Summary

This week, the nation mourned the nearly 3,000 lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, in the deadliest terror attack on U.S. soil. We look at how Americans marked this somber anniversary. For a transcript of this story, click here .

Five Facts

• How is 9/11 remembered in this story?
• Who are some of the people featured in this video, and what are their backgrounds?
• When and Where did the events of 9/11 take place?
• What are some of the lessons of 9/11 according to President Biden's speech?
• Why is the anniversary of 9/11 commemorated every year?

Focus Questions

What did this memorial teach you about the events of September 11 that you might not have known before?

Media literacy: Why do you think memorials like this are produced every year, when other tragedies are not marked with as much attention?

For More

To learn more about 9/11 and ways to commemorate the anniversary, use this lesson.

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