Question

The political cartoon titled “His Foresight” below is about the Monroe Doctrine. Analyze the cartoon. Choose three characters, objects, or words to describe and then explain the overall meaning of the cartoon.
Choose three characters, objects, or words from the cartoon above. Write at least one complete sentence about each and describe its significance to the overall meaning of the cartoon.
Character/Object #1:
Character/Object #2:
Character/Object #3:
Write at least one sentence to explain the overall idea, meaning, or significance of the cartoon.

Answer 1

Answer:

1. "US" Rooster

2. Country "Little roosters"

3. "Monroe Doctrine" Coop

Explanation: US Rooster: Us has gained independence and is now a proud and prosperous country. That is why it is so large.

Little Roosters: The little roosters all represent countries in South America.

European "Coop": This represents the Monroe Doctrine, which warned the Europeans against attack/colonizing the newly freed Americans. That is why they are held back by the coop.