ANZAC Day
by Lisa Hayman
Introduction · Questions · Web Resources · The Big Question · Conclusion · Rubric · Guide
Introduction · Questions · Web Resources · The Big Question · Conclusion · Rubric · Guide
Introduction
On the 25th of April each year across Australia a public holiday is observed to commemorate ANZAC Day. This Hunt will enable you to develop knowledge and understanding of the historical events behind this day.
Questions
- What does ANZAC stand for? Who is regarded as an ANZAC? When does ANZAC day take place?
- Identify and list the key features of an ANZAC Day ceremony.
- On a world map label the places where Australians saw active service during WWI.
- Outline the role which women played at Gallipoli. Under what conditions did the women work?
- Describe the landscape at ANZAC Cove. Explain why the Australians had difficulty on arrival at this site.
- How many soldiers were wounded and killed at Gallipoli?
Web Resources Links
- Anzac Day
- ANZAC Day Commemmortion Site - Queensland
- ANZAC Day in New Zealand
- New Zealand Celebrations of ANZAC Day
- Introductory site on ANZAC Day
- A huge site with many links..
- Women at Gallipoli
- Personal reflections of life on the battlefields
- Gallipoli
- Images of ANZAC Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery
- The ANZAC story - identifies key events
- Webster Online Dictionary
- Menin Gate Service
The Big Question
How important is ANZAC Day to all Australians in the 21st Century?
Conclusion
After completion of this Knowledge Hunt, work with a partner to plan an ANZAC Day ceremony for your school. Consider the following:
why should a ceremony be held at the school?
what should be included as part of the ceremony?
who could be invited from your local community?
who do you need to communicate with to put this plan in action?
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