Lesson 3: World War II Had a Great Effect on the Lives of Many People and Culminated with the Use of the Atomic Bomb.


A Crossroads Resource

"Interviews: The 1940s" Worksheet

Directions: Interview a friend or relative who experienced life in America during the War Years (1941-1945). Complete the following worksheet.

1. Name of interviewee

2. Place of residence from 1941-45

3. Job/Earnings


4. Forms of entertainment

5. Popular songs

6. Favorite books/magazine

7. Three most vivid memories of the war years

8. Major differences between life in the 1940's and life today