Elements of Graphic Novels

What is the name for the gap between two panels on a comic page?

• Border

• Background

• Gutter

• Visual weight

What is the significance of hands and feet in graphic novels?

• They are usually drawn with exaggerated features for comedic effect.

• They symbolize the character's personality and traits.

• They are often hidden or obscured to maintain focus on the character's face.

• They can be used to convey action and emotion, enhancing the storytelling.

In graphic novels, what is the purpose of speech bubbles?

• To show transitions

• To represent dialogue

• To depict captions

• To illustrate the foreground

What is the term used to describe the border around a panel where the action takes place?

• Foreground

• Background

• Margin

• Frame

What is the purpose of using different shapes and sizes of panels in a graphic novel?

• To indicate the hierarchy of characters.

• To enhance the mood and tone of the narrative.

• To represent the importance of the scene.

• Different shapes and sizes of panels are a requirement in graphic novels.

What is the term used to describe the organization of panels, speech bubbles, and other elements in a comic strip?

• Storyboard

• Graphic density

• Layout

• Backdrop

What is the term for a graphic or image that extends beyond the edge of a page or panel?

• Foreground

• Margin

• Bleed

• Border

What term is used to describe the elements at the front of a panel that are typically given the most attention to detail?

• Artistic lettering

• Foreground

• Border

• Background

What is the term used to describe the written sound effects found in comic books?

• Speech bubbles

• Onomatopoeia

• Layout

• Visual weight

What is the purpose of using different panel layouts in a graphic novel?

• To indicate the hierarchy of characters.

• To enhance the mood and tone of the narrative.

• To represent the importance of the scene.

• Different panel layouts are a requirement in graphic novels.