This “Join or Die” political cartoon analysis activity examines the political cartoon created by Benjamin Franklin at the outset of the French and Indian War. The cartoon was also adopted during the Revolutionary War Era. Today, it is, perhaps, the most recognizable American political cartoon.
In this activity, students will examine this political cartoon from 1754. Through answering a series of Level 1, 2 and 3 questions, students will analyze the symbolism and meaning of the political carto