Cartoon interpretation - Nuclear-free New Zealand - NCEA Level 1 history

Using the cartoon, 'I just never thought they'd really cast us adrift', and the feature Nuclear-free New Zealand, complete the following activities.

1. What decision is being referred to in this cartoon? Give evidence to support your answer.
2. Who is the person speaking in this cartoon?
3. Who or what does the boat he is in represent?
4. How would you describe the expression of those rowing the boat?
5. In what year was this cartoon most likely to have been drawn? Give evidence to support your answer.
6. What evidence is there in this cartoon to suggest that this decision has harmed New Zealand's relations with its allies?
7. How has the cartoonist indicated that this decision may be a dangerous one for New Zealand's security?
8. Does this cartoon accurately portray public opinion in New Zealand at the time the decision was taken? Give evidence to support your answer.
9. What were some of the consequences for New Zealand as a result of this decision?
10. How did the government enforce its decision by law?