Homework: Use of Abomb on Japan
Summary: You will analyze and answer questions over an historical issue from the second half of U.S. History. Students will compare two opposing perspectives. Topic and sources are provided for this homework. The subject you will investigate deals with America's use of the atomic bomb on Japan during WWII . A much discussed and debated topic even today.
Instructions : Everything needed to complete this homework is right here. The information you need is found in attached Use of Abomb on Japan pdf article above. The questions you'll answer are below. You can do additional research on the topic if you want; however the majority of information in your answers must come from the source provided.
• Part I. Introduction
o Describe in general the issue being debated.
• Part II. Historical Debate
o What is the main argument in each perspective? On what points do they agree or disagree?
o What types of evidence do the authors use and does that evidence support their thesis?
• Part III. Conclusion
o How did your reading(s) change the way you understood the subject?
o How are the issues presented in your readings still relevant to you today? Please explain how your personal background and life experiences might influence your perspective on this topic.
o Imagine you have been asked to tackle a current national or global issue, how would you use what you've learned to help you do so?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.