[ 193 ] Civics and Government GED ® TEST SOCIAL STUDIES FLASH REVIEW • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The cartoon shows Theodore Roosevelt, a presidential candidate in 1904, and Joseph Cannon, a man whom Roosevelt wanted for his vice president. What is the most likely explanation for why Roosevelt is riding an elephant? a. The elephant is a universal symbol of wealth and prosperity. b. Roosevelt was the Republican candidate for president. c. Roosevelt was born in India, a place where it is not unusual for people to ride elephants. d. Roosevelt was well known as a champion of animal rights.
