Question

the meaning of a political cartoon franklin uses the metaphor of the snake cut into pieces to illustrate the colonies need to unite despite different identities and interests. separate to become more powerful make independent decisions about their futures. stay loyal to the british crown

Explanation:

The political cartoon "Join, or Die" shows a snake cut into pieces representing the colonies. A snake cut into pieces is weak, but a whole snake is powerful. It implies colonies need to unite to be strong despite differences.

Answer:

unite despite different identities and interests.