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The Holocaust: The Range of Responses
Use this handout in a Jigsaw activity that asks students to explore the range of responses to the Holocaust.
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English — UKUpdated
This resource is intended for educators in the United Kingdom.
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Facing History & Ourselves, “The Holocaust: The Range of Responses”, last updated January 27, 2021.
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