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Photograph Analysis Worksheet


LEVEL ONE: Observation

1. List the objects, people, or activities you see in the photograph. (3 pts.)

 


LEVEL TWO: Outside Knowledge

2. Who composed the music? What does any biographical information provided tell us about the composer's intent or self-image? (3 pts.)

 

3. What appears to be most significant in this photograph? Why do you think so? (10 pts.)

 

4. List five adjectives that describe the emotions portrayed in the photograph. (5 pts.)

 

5. List three things that the photograph tells you about life during that time. (5 pts.)

 


LEVEL THREE: Draw Conclusions

6. Describe the action taking place in the photo. (3 pts.)

 

7. Why do you think this photo was taken? (10pts.)

 

8. What do you think happened one hour before and one hour after this photo was taken? (5 pts.)

 

9. What question does this photo raise in your mind? (10 pts.)

 

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