Interpreting Political Cartoons 1. Those with the divine right were generally of royal birth. These individuals would then be
succeeded by their children. Which part of the cartoon demonstrates this concept?
2. Those under royal rule believed that they must obey the king as they would obey God
How does the position of the king in this cartoon give him a God-like presence?
3. Is the cartoonist in favor of or opposed to the theory of divine night? How do you know
4. Making Comparisons What do you think is the difference between a king and a dictator
Explain how the cartoon illustrates this distinction