Kamala Takes Over

Friday's Editorial Cartoon   —   Posted on July 24, 2024

Question(s)

Answer the following questions for the first cartoon:

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

2. One of the types of humor editorial cartoonists use is irony. Irony is defined as when the opposite of what you expect to happen occurs. Describe the irony in Bill Bramhall’s cartoon.

3. a) Do you agree with the cartoonists' assertions about the choice of Kamala Harris to replace President Biden as the Democratic candidate? Explain your answer.
b) Ask a parent or grandparent the same question.