A Cartoon History of the
Watergate Scandal
In this activity you will be analyzing
political cartoons to learn about the
Watergate scandal and its effect on
American politics.
Left-Side
“Watergate Scandal”
1. Read the information
2. Answer all the questions in complete sentences
on the Left-side.
3. Cartoon – sketch and/or fill-in the missing
portion of the cartoon and attach to the leftside.
•
Be prepared to point out details in the cartoon and information to explain your
answer. Cartoon – think about what could be missing from it.
4. Present – appoint a spokesperson for the group
a)
b)
c)
Summary of the topic
Explain the cartoon.
Answer the question from Right-Side notes.
Right-Side
“Stages of the Watergate Scandal”
During presentation, complete the following:
1. Cartoon – sketch and/or fill-in missing
portion of the cartoon
2. Answer – Answer the question for each stage as
the group presents.
3. Attach - “Stages of the Watergate Scandal”
to the right-side
Left-Side
“Watergate Scandal – Take-A-Stand”
• Take-A-Stand: Why is
Watergate an important
historical event and how has
it impacted America (ie: public perception,
presidential power, politicians)