Problem
Select a political cartoon and analyze the cartoon using the provided questions. Political cartoons are pictures or drawings that make a point or express an opinion/position on a political issue or topic. Be mindful that these are not to be confused with cartoons such as animated shows and movies.
Task
i. What is the artist's name?
ii. What is the topic? Who are the people involved in the cartoon?
iii. When is the topic from (is this a recent issue or a past issue)?
iv. What is the artist's opinion on the topic? How can you tell?
v. How does the artist communicate their message? What symbols are used to make the people, topic, and overall message recognizable?
vi. Does the political cartoon effectively deliver its message? Explain why or why not.