Lesson 8: Unit Assessment – Cambodian Genocide
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Demonstrate understanding of the causes, mechanisms, and consequences of the Cambodian genocide, with emphasis on patterns, systems of violence, and international response.
What does the Cambodian genocide reveal about how crimes against humanity develop and persist?
D2.His.14.9–12: Analyze multiple and complex causes and effects of events in the past.
D2.His.15.9–12: Evaluate the relative influence of various causes of events and developments in the past.
D2.His.16.9–12: Integrate evidence from multiple relevant historical sources into a coherent understanding of an idea or event.
This assessment measures students’ ability to move beyond factual recall and explain how ideology, fear, systems, and international inaction contributed to mass violence in Cambodia. The focus is on reasoning, not memorization.
DOK: 2–3
Extended time or small-group setting as appropriate
Option to complete written responses before multiple-choice items
Clear, concise prompts emphasizing explanation over recall
Unit quiz assessing conceptual understanding of the Cambodian genocide, including causes, mechanisms, coercion, and global response.