1. what is the role of an artist who creates a painting illustrating a nation's victory in a war? a. to solve a problem b. to glorify the nation c. to protest the war d. to raise awareness of the war 2. how does roger fenton use visual composition in valley of the shadow of death to depict the loss of war? a. cannonballs in a barren landscape hint at powerful destruction. b. cannonballs are reminder of a victorious battle. c. cannonballs in the barren landscape are a symbol of war. d. cannonballs in a barren landscape hint at the missing dead.

On july 4, 1776, thomas jefferson wrote the declaration of independence. the declaration of independence can be compared to a break up letter because jefferson explained why america wanted its independence from king george iii. read pages 516-520 in your textbook to discover why america wanted to be an independent country. you will write your own break up letter from the colonies to king george iii. your letter needs to be at least 5-7 sentences, include the issues/events leading up to this breaking point, and why the founding fathers felt independence would be better. remember! this is a “breakup letter”, so channel your inner taylor swift and make it creative!