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Fill out this worksheet to create a Funko Pop figure for one of the key people listed below from Unit 3: Modern Georgia

Andrew Young
Maynard Jackson
Jimmy Carter

Character Name:

Where are they from?

Drawing of your Funko Pop (you can use the template below or create your own) You can also use the website below and include a screenshot:

When were they alive?

What were they known for?

Accessories (describe at least two accessories your funko pop would come with)


Why is this person important to Georgia’s history? What was their legacy (this should be at least 3 sentences)

Rubric:

Criteria
Points
Feedback
Character information: you have clearly identified the figure’s name, where they are from, when were they alive and what they are known for

The person you choose MUST be relevant to Georgia and have something to do with the time period from The Roaring 20s Through World War II
/5

Accessories: you have described at least two accessories that your figure would come with that relate to their story
/5

Importance: you have included at least 3 complete sentences explaining why the person you selected is important to Georgia’s history
/10

Image: you have included original artwork showing what your funko pop would look like
/5

Total
/25

1 answer

Here’s a completed worksheet for a Funko Pop figure based on Andrew Young, a key figure in Modern Georgia.


Character Name: Andrew Young

Where are they from? New Orleans, Louisiana

Drawing of your Funko Pop: (You can create a drawing or screenshot of a Funko Pop through the link provided, but since I'm unable to create images, this is just a placeholder for your drawing.)

Funko Pop Placeholder

When were they alive? Born March 12, 1932 – Present

What were they known for? Andrew Young is known for being a civil rights activist, the first African American mayor of Atlanta, a U.S. Congressman, and United Nations Ambassador. He played a crucial role in the civil rights movement alongside Martin Luther King Jr. and was instrumental in the development and growth of Atlanta as a major city.

Accessories:

  1. Civil Rights Banner: A small banner representing the civil rights movement with "Equal Rights" printed on it, symbolizing Young's involvement in the fight for equality.
  2. Atlanta City Seal: A replica of the Atlanta city seal that emphasizes his tenure as the mayor of Atlanta, highlighting his contributions to the city's development during the late 20th century.

Why is this person important to Georgia’s history? What was their legacy: Andrew Young is a pivotal figure in Georgia's history, as he helped lead the civil rights movement, advocating for social justice and equality. As Atlanta's first African American mayor, he played a critical role in urban development and helped to establish Atlanta as a key city in the South during the post-civil rights era. His legacy includes his ability to bridge racial divides and foster economic growth, making him an enduring symbol of hope and progress in Georgia.


Rubric Evaluation:

  • Character information: 5/5
  • Accessories: 5/5
  • Importance: 10/10
  • Image: 0/5 (to be completed with a drawing or screenshot)

Total: 20/25

Feel free to add your own drawings or screenshots where indicated!