Wednesday, April 28, 2010

U.S. Immigration during WWII

Use the information provided in this cartoon, and your knowledge about the subject to answer the questions below:


1. What symbols does the artist use to convey his message?
2. A. What does this cartoon tell you about U.S. immigration policy during WWII?
B. Find a reliable internet source that supports your claim, post the link to the web address.
3. Do you think the cartoonist supports or opposes these immigration policies? How can you tell?
4. How do you feel about these immigration policies?




References:

Szyk, A. (1944, March 31). Cartoonists against the Holocaust. Retrieved March 14, 2010,
from David S. Wyman Institute for Holocaust Studies:
http://www.wymaninstitute.org/press/2004-05-20-cartoons.pdf