Join, or Die

Question

Political cartoon by Benjamin Franklin
8. What message do you think the artist was trying to convey with this cartoon?

Answer 1

The message the artist was trying to convey with this cartoon is the importance of unity and cooperation among the colonies in order to effectively resist and overcome the British rule. The snake, representing the colonies, is shown cut into pieces, symbolizing the vulnerability and weakness of individual colonies when they are divided. The text "Join, or Die" further emphasizes the necessity for collaboration and suggests that unless they unite, they will face dire consequences.