Graphic Novel rdg g 4

What is a graphic novel?

• A book that tells a story using drawings and pictures

• A short comic strip

• A novel without any pictures

• A collection of poems

What is the first step a writer takes when creating a graphic novel?

• Drawing the characters

• Writing an outline

• Creating a storyboard

• Adding color to the drawings

Why do graphic-novel writers use pencils for drawing?

• Because they are cheaper

• Because they can erase a lot

• Because they are easier to hold

• Because they don't smudge

What might a writer include in a storyboard?

• The complete text of the novel

• A set of drawings showing each part

• A list of character names

• A detailed map of the story's setting

How long can it take to complete a graphic novel?

• A few days

• A few weeks

• Several months or years

• A few hours