Title: PROTOTYPE COLUMN

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Q: The main topic of the cartoon is the division of China's land and resources by foreign powers.
A: true

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Q: The cartoon was published in 'Le petit journal' on January 16, 1898.
A: true

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Q: Henri Meyer created this cartoon for 'Le petit journal'.
A: true

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Q: The cartoon shows various national powers represented by figures in different attire and insignia.
A: true

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Q: The pie in the cartoon is labeled 'Chine', which means China in French.
A: true

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Q: One of the figures representing national powers is wearing a distinctive German military helmet called a Pickelhaube.
A: true

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Q: The figure representing China in the cartoon is wearing a crown.
A: false

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Q: The place names written on the pie/map in the cartoon do not include 'Port Arthur'.
A: false

Q: Describe the attire and insignia of the figures surrounding the pie in the cartoon. What do they signify?
A: The figures surrounding the pie are dressed in attire that represents their respective countries. The figure on the left wearing a crown signifies Great Britain's monarchy, the soldier in the center with a mustache and Pickelhaube helmet represents Germany, and the figure on the right holding a knife and wearing a sash and military gear signifies France. Their attire and insignia signify their national identities and their imperialist interests in China.

Q: Explain the significance of the Chinese figure's expression and position in the cartoon.
A: The Chinese figure is depicted with a resigned and despondent expression, and his position is off to the side, closest to the viewer. This signifies China's weakened position and inability to resist the carve-up by the foreign powers. His expression and position reflect the imbalance of power and China's victimization in the face of imperialist ambitions.