Analyzing Political Cartoons Mr. Schoff Global History I

What is this cartoon suggesting?

Steps to analyzing Political Cartoons Look at whole picture Divide picture into 4 parts Identify and label key symbols Describe action taking place Read dialogue and captions Think about what you know about this time period Write what you think the cartoon is “saying”

bb What political party does the elephant represent? Is this cartoon a portrayal of religious toleration?

What is this political cartoon suggesting about the diversity of the United States?

What is the main idea of this cartoon? How does the artist portray students’ responsibility?

Finishing Touches -Which step in analyzing political cartoons do you think is the most important?