Reflect on what you learned in the lesson about the experiences of Jews during the Holocaust. Study the primary sources provided depicting the experiences of young people. Write a three-paragraph response that answers the prompt: What was the impact of the Holocaust on Jews?

Your response should address the following topics:

explain why Jews were persecuted
describe the Jewish experience during the Holocaust
describe the United States’ response to the Holocaust
explain the effects of the Holocaust on those who were liberated
In your writing, be sure to:

recount historical facts accurately
use key terms from the lesson or primary sources as appropriate
cite any outside sources