Use this puzzle to explore Grant Wood’s satirical painting Parson Weems’ Fable and learn about the origins of George Washington’s cherry tree tale.

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The correct placement of the 16 puzzle pieces present the backstory to Grant Wood’s Parson Weems’ Fable. Experience his artistic thinking. Learn about the artists and authors who inspired Grant Wood. Explore the power of satire to expose the absurdity of a prevailing belief with an eye to enacting some corrective measure.

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