Political Cartoon Analysis Graphic Organizer

Guiding Question:

• How did Andrew Jackson’s presidency reshape American politics?

Directions: Carefully observe the political cartoon “King Andrew the First.” Use this graphic organizer to guide your analysis. In each section – I See, I Think, I Wonder – respond to the guiding questions in complete sentences. Your answers should be based on evidence from the cartoon and your understanding of Andrew Jackson’s presidency. Be prepared to share your thoughts and support your ideas with specific details.

Steps	Notes
I see… What people, objects, or actions do you notice? Are there labels, speech bubbles, or signs? What symbols or exaggerations stand out? What is Jackson holding, wearing, and standing on?
I think… What opinion is the cartoonist expressing? What do the symbols or labels represent? How do facial expressions, body language, or setting help communicate the message?
I wonder… What event or issue is this cartoon responding to? Why might people have found this cartoon funny, clever, or upsetting at the time? What does this cartoon reveal about debates over power, democracy, or economic change?