How to Look at a Photograph (page 5)


Women holding signs against the Federal Equal Rights Amendment gathered outside the White House, February 4, 1977. U.S. News & World Report Magazine Photograph Collection. Photo by Warren K. Leffler. Library of Congress LC-U9-33889A-31/31A

 

Okay. Now you're on your own.

Well, just to help you out, here are the questions again.

Questions to Ask About a Photograph

What kind of picture is this?

When was the picture taken?

Where was the picture taken?

Do I know who took the picture?

Do I know why they took it?

Does the picture have a caption?

Do I believe the caption?

Who are the people?

What can I figure out about them?

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