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Sample Response The cartoon is effective for several
reasons. First, it is on a familiar topic. The overuse of
tablets and smartphones is an issue that many people
know about. Having a child with his face buried in a
tablet satirizes the priorities of children today. Also,
readers can easily grasp the cartoonist's perspective that
these gadgets keep us from enjoying the world around us.
As the boy studies his tablet, he misses the total eclipse in
the background. The cartoon is also amusing, which
engages readers. At the same time, it makes us think and
persuades us that children should use technology only on
a limited basis.
satire and irony
symbols and labels
a relatable issue
an emotional reaction