“PELE AWAKES”
Annexation of Hawaii
This particular cartoon, “Pele
Awakes” highlights the Annexation of Hawaii. Uncle Sam stands before the Madam
and declares that Hawaii
This cartoonist uses exaggeration as
the persuasive technique. The way Madam Pele is portrayed and mentions, “you
caught me napping” on top of her extravagant flowing hair is a true indicator
of this as well. I think this cartoon
exhibits American Imperialism because it expresses exaggeration in such a way
that paints Uncle Sam a dominant character (with his right hand high up and his
big Uncle Sam Hat on) making the iconic figure of Hawaii look inferior and
submissive.
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