Webquest Blog Post Assignment - Due Monday, October 29th

Each 7th grade humanities class now has a set of web pages answering specific questions about the American Indian culture they studied. You will need to read/explore at least one web page from each class (one from Ms. Mannering's class and one from Ms. Jacobs' class). Post a response to the webpages on my blog, including information about the following:

1. Write three things you discovered about the cultures explained in the web pages.

2. Note at least one similarity or difference from the culture you studied.

3. Ask at least one question that you think should be answered about the cultures you read about.

4. Make one comment about the design and layout of the web page you visited. Be sure your comment is constructive/helpful. Be polite but truthful.

Optional Blog Posting

Below, I have posted an editorial cartoon from 1871, illustrated by Thomas Nast. The caption at the bottom reads:

""Move on!" Has the Native American no rights that the naturalized American is bound to respect?"

This is a tricky cartoon to get, as the characters at the polling station (where people would vote) are visual stereotypes of various ethnic groups who had recently come to America.

What do you think the artist wants his audience to think when they see this cartoon? Remember, the cartoon was published in 1871. Look at the image closely for clues as to the author's opinions and refer to those close as evidence for your own argument regarding what you think the cartoon is about.