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Wrap Up p. 34 A. M: Hey, I’m about to update my social media with some personal news. Got any advice? W: Sure! First, be careful not to share too much personal information. You never know who might be reading. M: Good point. What else? W: Also, think about who might see your post. Make sure it’s something you’re comfortable with everyone knowing. M: Right, I need to be more mindful of that. Anything else? W: Yeah, avoid posting when you’re feeling emotional. It’s easy to say something you might regret. M: I hadn’t thought of that. Thanks for the tips! Lesson 2 Visual Voices in Storytelling Warm Up p. 40 A Viewing W: Welcome to the exciting world of comics! Here, words and pictures come together to tell amazing stories. Comics are a special way to share ideas using a series of images, often combined with text. There are many popular forms of comics, such as graphic novels, comic strips, cartoons, and webtoons. The mix of visuals and text is what makes comics so powerful. This combination can work in different ways to tell unique stories, encouraging readers to think more deeply and become fully engaged. People used to think comics were simple or just for kids, but that’s no longer the case. Comics have moved beyond that simple label. Today, comics are recognized as a form of creative art, where comic artists carefully blend words and pictures to tell their stories. Media Insights p. 50 A. Watch M: Political cartoons, also known as editorial cartoons, are illustrations that use images to comment on current events and social issues. These cartoons have been a powerful tool for visual communication throughout history, conveying complex messages in simple and often humorous ways. One of the earliest and most impactful political cartoons was Benjamin Franklin’s “Join, or Die” from 1754, which showed a broken snake to represent the American colonies being divided. Franklin’s cartoon called for unity, showing how media can reflect and influence political and social goals. British artist James Gillray, often referred to as the father of political cartoons, further demonstrated the role of cartoons in shaping public opinion. His work made fun of important figures like Napoleon Bonaparte, often exaggerating their features to make a political point. For example, one of his most famous works shows Napoleon cutting up the world like a pie, a strong symbol of his desire for power. Gillray’s cartoons were not only fun to look at but also made people think more deeply about world events. During the American Civil War, artist Thomas Nast made famous symbols like “Uncle Sam” and the Republican elephant. His cartoons shared strong political messages, helping to shape people’s opinions and public conversations. These examples show how political cartoons have often helped bring about social change and encouraged people to get involved in politics. Political cartoons help teach important skills for understanding media. They encourage critical thinking by making people look closely at hidden messages and jokes. They also demonstrate how media reflects history and culture, proving that cartoons are more than just entertainment — they share important ideas. Political cartoons help raise awareness by showing how strong images can influence people’s opinions. Scripts I 137