A couple of notes before you get started:
- Read the instructions carefully.
- Make time to do this assignment well. Read everything and think about what you are reading.
- You will have been provided with the necessary background information in a class lecture. You may access this lecture on the website should you so desire.
- Page numbers below refer to those on the PDF file (as opposed to the numbers on the document itself).
The assignment:
- Carefully take the survey on page 133.
- Compare and contrast the two cartoons on page 38. In the process, examine the statement that each is making.
- Study each of the four options presented. For EACH of the four options:
- In a succinct paragraph summarize the option using 2-3 relevant quotes to support your summary.
- Summarize the statement of the accompanying cartoon in 1-2 sentences.
- Briefly list 2-3 strengths AND 2-3 weaknesses of this option.
- Typed Essay. You are an advisor to LBJ. Using your knowledge of the four options presented, write a strongly-worded one-page letter to LBJ explaining precisely what you feel he should advocate in the current state of affairs. Use evidence from the documents. Choose your words wisely.
- Be prepared to take a clear stand in an extensive class debate.
