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Questions

1.  Tone is the attitude a cartoonist takes toward a subject. Which pair of words best describes the tone of this cartoon?
a) indifferent/apathetic
b) solemn/serious
c) elated/ecstatic
d) sarcastic/cynical

2. Editorial cartoonists often use symbols to represent a person, group or idea. What does the donkey symbolize in this cartoon?

3. Ask a parent: Do you agree with the cartoonist’s assertion about the Democratic party? Explain your answer.


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Cartoon by Glenn McCoy

Answers

1. d) sarcastic/cynical

2. The donkey symbolizes the Democratic party.

3. Opinion question. Answers vary.