Question

study this political cartoon, and then answer the question.

what was the artist of this cartoon trying to accomplish?

• he wanted to convince the public that jackson was abusing his power as president.
• he wanted to convince the public that jackson was worthy of becoming a king.
• he wanted to show that jackson was really a puppet king loyal to the british.

Explanation:

Identify the cartoon's subject

Using the Jacksonian Democracy knowledge point, this famous 1833 Whig political cartoon depicts President Andrew Jackson dressed in royal robes as "King Andrew the First" to criticize his expansive executive actions.

Analyze the visual symbols

Using the Presidential Veto Power knowledge point, Jackson is shown holding a veto sceptre while treading on the United States Constitution and internal improvement documents, symbolizing his perceived disregard for the law and legislative branch.

Determine the artist's goal

The satirical depiction of Jackson as an absolute monarch aims to warn the public that his frequent use of the veto and executive authority constituted an abuse of presidential power.

Answer:

• He wanted to convince the public that Jackson was abusing his power as president. (Correct answer)
• He wanted to convince the public that Jackson was worthy of becoming a king.
• He wanted to show that Jackson was really a puppet king loyal to the British.