Question

Study the editorial cartoon Total Eclipse 2017 by Nate Beeler.What is the purpose of this editorial cartoon?

to show that today's kids are interested in learning about astronomical events
to show that technology prevents people from directly experiencing major events
to show how small computers have become with advances in technology
to show that children often do not realize what is going on around them

Answer 1

to show that technology prevents people from directly experiencing major events

The cartoon depicts people focused on their devices (taking photos/videos) instead of looking at the eclipse itself, criticizing how technology mediates — and often replaces — direct, in-the-moment experience.