This document provides a three-step process for analyzing political cartoons: 1) Observe the details of the cartoon, 2) Reflect on its purpose and historical context, and 3) Question the cartoonist's perspective and message. It then defines some common features of political cartoons, such as personification of countries and caricatures. Finally, it outlines techniques cartoonists use to convey their message, including symbolism, exaggeration, labeling, analogy, and irony.