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THE STORY OF ANZAC

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Warm-up Questions

What do you already know about ANZAC Day?
Why do you think a video might be called “THE STORY OF ANZAC”?
What kinds of events do countries usually remember with a public holiday?

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THE STORY OF ANZAC

Background: war in Europe and support for Britain (00:00 – 00:57)

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1. How is Europe described at the beginning of the story?

Full of new technology and entertainment
Peaceful and wealthy
Far away but not affected by war
War-stricken with poverty and rationed food

2. What did the people of Australia and New Zealand declare?

They would support the Turkish army
They would remain neutral
They would support the British Empire
They would end all trade with Europe

3. What group was formed by Australian and New Zealand troops?

The European Peace Council
The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (the Anzacs)
The German Army Corps
The Royal Turkish Navy

THE STORY OF ANZAC

Gallipoli landing, fighting, and evacuation (00:57 – 01:56)

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1. When did the troops arrive at the coastal beach on Gallipoli?

11th of November 1918
1st of January 1914
25th of April 1915
25th of December 1915

2. Who were the Anzacs met by when they landed?

A strong Turkish army defending territory
Only unarmed civilians
No one at all
A British rescue team

3. What did the British government call for after months of fighting and no success?

A peace treaty immediately
A move to a different continent
More celebrations
The evacuation of the Anzacs

THE STORY OF ANZAC

Anzac Day: remembrance and “Lest we forget” (01:56 – 02:37)

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1. What public holiday is mentioned, and when is it?

Anzac Day on the 25th of April
Australia Day on the 26th of January
Remembrance Day on the 11th of November
New Year’s Day on the 1st of January

2. On Anzac Day, who does the speaker say we remember?

Only people who stayed at home
Only people from one country
Only the leaders of the war
Fallen soldiers, survivors, and those who fought selflessly

3. Which phrase ends the story?

Better late than never
Lest we forget
Never again, never
Time heals all wounds

THE STORY OF ANZAC

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1. What is the main purpose of the video?

To explain how to travel to Turkey
To compare modern and old weapons
To teach a Turkish language lesson
To tell the story of the ANZACs and why Anzac Day is remembered

2. What happened after about eight months of fighting at Gallipoli?

The battle ended quickly with an easy victory
The war stopped everywhere in Europe
More troops arrived but there was still no success, and evacuation was ordered
The troops left immediately on the first day

3. Which idea is repeated in the final part of the video?

The war was fought only for money
Only battles matter, not people
Forgetting the past helps countries move on
Remembering sacrifice includes soldiers and families at home

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

THE STORY OF ANZAC

Why do you think Australia and New Zealand decided to support the British Empire in this story?
What details in the video help you understand how difficult life was during the war?
What does it mean to remember not only soldiers, but also families at home who lost loved ones?
Do you think public holidays like Anzac Day are important? Why or why not?