The History of Comic Books and Graphic Novels

The History of Comic Books and Graphic Novels

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English

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Main ideas and supporting details, Comprehending a text, Understanding word meanings

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What era saw the evolution of comic books into graphic novels?

The Golden Age of Comic Books in the 1930s and 1940s

The emergence of graphic novels in the 1980s and 1990s

The Silver Age of Comic Books in the 1950s and 1960s

The Modern Age of Comic Books in the 2000s and 2010s

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Main ideas and supporting details

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was the first comic book 'The Adventures of Obadiah Oldbuck' published?

1837

1850

1900

1925

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Main ideas and supporting details

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'graphic novel' refer to?

A form of storytelling that emerged in the 1980s and 1990s

A type of comic book that tackles serious subjects

A medium that pushes the boundaries of storytelling

A type of novel with graphic illustrations

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Understanding word meanings

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of storytelling evolution in comic books and graphic novels?

Introduction of iconic characters

Exploration of complex themes

Evolution of art style

Influence of technology on storytelling

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Comprehending a text

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical significance of comic books and graphic novels?

They have had a minimal impact on popular culture

They have been a popular form of storytelling for centuries

They have no enduring impact on popular culture

They are a recent phenomenon with no historical significance

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Comprehending a text