September 11th & War on Terror
Investigate the September 11th attacks and the subsequent U.S. 'War on Terror'.
Key Questions
- Analyze the immediate and long-term consequences of the September 11th attacks on American society and foreign policy.
- Explain the rationale behind the 'War on Terror' and its global scope.
- Evaluate the balance between national security and individual civil liberties in the post-9/11 era.
Common Core State Standards
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