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Unit XI: Leader of the Free World: 1945-1975

Question/Problem 4: How and why did the Vietnam War divide Americans?


Divisive Issues Political Cartoons: Assessment Criteria

Divisive Issues: Each of the three political cartoons clearly indicates how the issue chosen divided the nation.
The three cartoons each clearly show an issue. 5
All three cartoons show an issue, but not clearly.4
At least two cartoons show an issue adequately. 3
At least one cartoon shows an issue adequately. 2
The cartoons do not show divisive issues.1
Meaning: The meanings of all three political cartoons are for each one.
The meanings are clearly explained explained in a brief, but clear explanation.5
The meanings are explained, but not clearly for all.4
The meanings of at least two are clearly explained.3
The meanings of one cartoon is clearly explained.2
None of the meanings of the cartoons are explained.1
Symbols: The symbols used in the cartoons clearly stand for what the author intended.
All of the symbols chosen are clear.4
Most of the symbols are clear.3
Some of the symbols are clear, many are not2
The symbols chosen for the cartoons are unclear.1
Neatness: Each cartoon is "final copy" quality and shows effort.
The cartoons are neatly drawn.3
The cartoons are fairly neat.2
The cartoons appear to be mess.1
17-15 = Excellent
14-13 = Good
12-11 = Satisfactory
10- 9 = Needs Improvement
8- 4 = Unsatisfactory

TOTAL SCORE_______________
YOUR GRADE________________


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