Franklin's Magna Britannia Cartoon of 1766
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Franklin's Magna Britannia Cartoon of 1766" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers C3 Framework D2.His.10.6-8. A 6th grader who is already steady on Sources, Data and Research Skills can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
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7th grade social studies worksheet: analyze Franklin's 1766 Magna Britannia cartoon and the Stamp Act protests behind it. Answer key included. Part of our reading a political cartoon sources, data and research skills collection. Aligned to C3 Framework standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Teach techniques first and use the steps on the later sheets. Compare how each cartoon tries to persuade.
What students will practice
- Students will use background on the Stamp Act to read a cartoon.
- Students will explain what the limbs, the ships and the globe stand for.
- Students will tell what a cartoon can and cannot show about Franklin's goal.
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Curriculum Links
C3 Framework for Social Studies State Standards
Social Studies · 7th Grade
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FAQ
How do I use this reading a political cartoon worksheet?
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Teach techniques first and use the steps on the later sheets. Compare how each cartoon tries to persuade.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Analyze Franklin's 1766 Magna Britannia cartoon and the Stamp Act protests behind it. The directions on the page read: Study this simplified redraw of the 1766 card. The colony names on the limbs are shortened. Read the background. Then answer the questions on page 2. An answer key is included.
Can I use this reading a political cartoon worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade Sources, Data and Research Skills, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What techniques do political cartoons use?
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The sheet names six: symbolism, caricature, exaggeration, labeling, analogy and irony.
How do you analyze a political cartoon?
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Describe what you see, think about the symbols, read the words and state the message.
Why check the facts behind a cartoon?
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A cartoon gives one person's point of view, so a careful reader checks the facts before accepting its message.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Social Studies |
| Topic | Sources, Data and Research Skills |
| Standard | D2.His.10.6-8 |
| Pages | 2 pages |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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