In Chapter 9 we learn about some current events that are happening in the United States in 1976. We hear the characters talking about Watergate, the Vietnam War, the cost of gasoline and an upcoming Presidential election.
Click on the links above to learn more about these important parts of history.
Gabe's Pop is upset about some things that have been happening in the U.S. and around the world. He is upset by the events of Watergate and also the United State's involvement in the Vietnam War.
Imagine that you are living in 1976, the year this book is set in. Think about how you would feel about Watergate and the Vietnam War. In today's blog post, please write two paragraphs that consist of at least 4-6 sentences. In one paragraph explain what Watergate was and how you would feel if your President had been caught doing those things. In the second paragraph write about the Vietnam War and how you would feel if you were alive when soldiers were in Vietnam fighting a war. Remember to use evidence from the links above. You should also use examples from your own life to help describe why you would feel a certain way.
Remember to read your post out loud before submitting it!
Click on the links above to learn more about these important parts of history.
Gabe's Pop is upset about some things that have been happening in the U.S. and around the world. He is upset by the events of Watergate and also the United State's involvement in the Vietnam War.
Imagine that you are living in 1976, the year this book is set in. Think about how you would feel about Watergate and the Vietnam War. In today's blog post, please write two paragraphs that consist of at least 4-6 sentences. In one paragraph explain what Watergate was and how you would feel if your President had been caught doing those things. In the second paragraph write about the Vietnam War and how you would feel if you were alive when soldiers were in Vietnam fighting a war. Remember to use evidence from the links above. You should also use examples from your own life to help describe why you would feel a certain way.
Remember to read your post out loud before submitting it!