Assignment Papers-Describe the symbols and actions the artist employs in the cartoon.

Assignment Papers-Describe the symbols and actions the artist employs in the cartoon.

In the 1890s, political cartoons provided important commentary on the major economic, political, and social issues of the day. Cartoon artists employed symbolism, exaggeration, labeling, analogy, and irony to express their viewpoint.  You will find it under the section on Yellow Journalism. (This is very important.)   After completing the activity, answer the following items: •Explain the character(s) in the cartoon.

•Describe the symbols and actions the artist employs in the cartoon.

•Describe the issues the cartoon raises.

•Analyze and explain what the cartoon says about the consequences of the Spanish American War for the countries occupied.

•Describe how  your understanding of the cartoon changed after doing the analysis portion of this exercise.  The combined answers should be one page, including your reference list. Your answers to these questions should be accurate, thorough, and written in complete sentences.

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