Question

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Imagine you are an American alive at the outbreak of WWII in 1939.

· Think about whether you would want the United States to get involved in the war or to not be involved in the war.

· Write a persuasive letter to President Roosevelt to explain why we should or should not join the war.

· Include terms that we learned in Unit 9 such as isolationist and pacifists.

· Your letter should be creative but based on historical facts that we have learned about the war in our Class Connect sessions and OMS lessons.

· Your letter should be at least two full paragraphs in length, 5-7 sentences each, and should follow a standard letter format with a greeting and salutation at the end.

Answer 1

Dear President Roosevelt,

I am writing to you as a concerned citizen of the United States. As you are well aware, the outbreak of World War II in Europe has caused widespread devastation and destruction, and it is now clear that the United States may be drawn into the conflict. As an American, I feel torn about whether or not we should become involved in the war.

On one hand, I believe that our country has a moral obligation to help our allies and defend democracy around the world. It is clear that Hitler and the Axis powers are a threat to peace and stability, and if we do not act soon, they will only continue to spread their reign of terror. We cannot sit idly by and watch as innocent people are slaughtered and countries are invaded.

However, on the other hand, I understand the concerns of those who advocate for isolationism and pacifism. The costs of war are immense, both in terms of human lives and resources. Our own country is still recovering from the Great Depression, and we cannot afford to divert resources away from rebuilding our economy and infrastructure. Furthermore, war inevitably brings with it a loss of freedoms and a curtailment of civil liberties.

In the end, I believe that the decision to go to war is one that must be made carefully, after considering all of the factors and consequences. While I am torn about whether or not we should become involved in the conflict, I believe that we must stay true to our values and principles as a nation. I trust that you, as our President, will make the right decision for our country and for the world.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]