• What have I learned about creating meaning through the interaction of visual and lexical elements?

The responsibility of the audience as well as the power/ability of visuals in communicating a direct message.

• How are ideas communicated through the interaction of visual and lexical elements?

Symbolism and imagery

• What are the similarities and differences between an opinion article and a political cartoon?

Visual representation versus textual information. The likelihood of misinterpretation is higher when viewing a political cartoon in comparison to viewing a opinion article.