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Cartoons for the Classroom: Mosque debate Intolerance vs. Insensitivity WorksheetCartoons for the Classroom: Mosque debate Intolerance vs. Insensitivity Worksheet
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Cartoons for the Classroom: Mosque debate Intolerance vs. Insensitivity

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Kids analyze a cartoon that deals with the hot-topic debate of whether a mosque should be erected two blocks from the place where the twin towers stood. They'll look critically at the techniques and symbolism used by the artist to convey his point of view. Three discussion questions are included. 

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critical thinking, current events, patriotism, political cartoons

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critical thinking, patriotism, political cartoons, cartoon analysis, current events, islamic culture center, mosque in new york, social studies
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10th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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