Federalist or Anti-Federalist Propaganda Poster

Background:

During the Constitutional Convention two groups of people developed – those who were for the Constitution (Federalists) and those who were against the Constitution (Antifederalists). Each group had their reasons for the way they felt and tried to convince others to join them.

Task:

Create a propaganda poster promoting either the Federalist or the Anti-Federalist thoughts regarding the new Constitution. The purpose of the poster is to convince the other side to join your own side (Federalists convince Anti-Federalists that the constitution is a good idea; Anti-Federalists, convince Federalists that the Constitution is a bad idea). This can be done individually or with one other person of your choosing.

What is propaganda?

Information, ideas, opinions or images, often only giving one part of an argument, which are broadcast, published or in some other way spread with the intention of influencing people's opinions.

Your poster should include:

Your position on the Constitution.
What will or will not happen to the country if it is approved.
Who supports your positions or will be impacted?
A catchy slogan (this can be written).
Be creative, colorful, and original.

Presentation:

You will present your poster to the class and explain the message behind it.

Grading:

Category	Yes	Somewhat	Barely	Points Earned
Message/Purpose: The message of this poster is clearly identifiable and the message is convincing.	6 Points	4 Points	2 Points
Content: Images, text and information on the poster are accurate to the topic/period.	3 Points	2 Points	1 Point
Imagery: Images are appropriate and thoughtful. Poster shows creativity, neatness, use of colors	3 Points	2 Points	1 Point
Presentation: Poster is fully explained; student understands nature and purpose of propaganda	3 Points	2 Points	1 Point

Medium:

Google Drawing
Google Docs
Google Slides