Assessment 32A: End-of-Module Task
World War II was an important event that affected all Americans. During this module, we examined the experiences
of two individuals: Ned Begay, a fictional character whose story was based on the experiences of actual Navajo code
talkers, and Jeanne Wakatsuki, a young Japanese American girl who was interned along with her family in Manzanar.
Their experiences in World War II changed their lives and had a profound influence upon how they came to see and
feel about themselves.
Task:
Choose one of these individuals—Ned or Jeanne—and write a four- or five-paragraph informative essay explaining how
the war influenced their identity development.
Checklist for Success:
Include the following items in your response:
A clear introduction paragraph, summarizing the individual’s background and wartime experience as
needed.
Organized ideas and transitions (with words, phrases, or clauses) to develop your essay.
Relevant citations for facts, details, and quotations from the text.
Words and ideas to show that you know the topic of your essay.
A serious, formal style.
A conclusion paragraph that builds on and supports your ideas.
Precise and concise language.
Correct spelling.
No dangling and misplaced modifiers.
