Cartoon Analysis
Editorial cartoons have long been an illuminating means of expressing opinions on current events. Visual images can be as effective, if not more so, in exposing peoples’ hypocrisies, inconsistencies and immorality. When looking at them, the first thing to determine is the point of view. Is it negative or positive? Is if for or against a specific issue? Also, what is the purpose of the cartoon? Is it simply ridicule? Is it designed to change someone’s opinion? Help them see an issue in a different light?
Directions: Study the following cartoons and answer the questions about them.
1. What is the point of view of the cartoon?
2. What is the purpose of the cartoon?
3. What are some details you notice?
Context: After World War African and Asian peoples began winning their independence from colonial powers. The United States and the Soviet Union both attempted to win over the support of these newborn nations, often offering financial and technical assistance.
1. What the point of view of the cartoon?
2. What is the purpose of the cartoon?
3. Who would have a better chance of winning over the support of African and Asian peoples, the Americans or the Soviets?
1. What is the point of view of the cartoon?
2. What is the purpose of the cartoon?
3. What are some details of the cartoon that you notice?
1. What is the point of view of the cartoon?
2. What is the purpose of the cartoon?
3. What are some details of the drawing you notice?