The World in 1968
Which war was happening during 1968?
The Vietnam war
How did Charlie Brown meet Franklin?
Franklin found Charlie Brown's beach ball.
True or False Franklin is loud and easily upset.
False
Who contacted Schultz to ask for a Black Character?
Harriet Glickman
What did Peppermin Patty and Franklin have in common?
They both didn't fit in with people's notions of 'normal'
What happened on April 4th 1968?
Dr Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated
What sport was Franklin practicing to become a pro?
Hockey?
True or False Franklin is a good student.
True
Why was Schultz concerned about her request?
He did not want to make it seem like he was looking down on Black readers.
Where was Franklin's father?
Fighting in Vietnam
What was the response to MLK's assassination?
Riots
What did Franklin want to trade his carrot stick for?
A french Fry
Does Franklin have any romantic interests?
No
What did Harriet Glickman do in response to Schultz's concerns?
Asked her friends for feedback
What upset one editor about the school scenes?
That Franklin and Peppermint Patty were in the same row.
Was 1968 regarded as a peaceful year?
No, in fact it was nicknamed the year of continuous nightmare.
Name 2 after school activities that Franklin is involved in?
Guitar Lessons, Little league (baseball) Swim club and 4H
What part of town did Franklin live in?
The other side of town, where Peppermint Patty lived
What day did Franklin make his debut?
July 31, 1968
Did Schultz feel comfortable teaching about race?
He was not
Were there many people of color represented in the media in 1968?
No
What do Franklin and Charlie Brown Build together?
A Sand Castle
Overall how would you describe Franklin's Character?
Positive, Balanced Helpful.
Why was including a Black Character so important to so many people?
They wanted to Black kids to see themselves as part of American Culture, not separate from it.
How old did Franklin turn this year?
50