Comic Elements Quiz

What is a 'Panel' in the context of comics?

• A distinct segment of the comic containing image and text

• The space between panels

• The lines and borders that contain the panels

• An image that extends beyond the edge of the page

What does the 'Gutter' refer to in comics?

• The panel closest to the viewer

• The lines and borders that contain the panels

• The space between panels

• A term describing how some images draw the eye more

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What is the purpose of 'Bleed' in a comic?

• To provide additional subtextual information

• To enclose dialogue from a specific speaker

• To create visual tension

• To extend an image to or beyond the edge of the page

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What does 'Foreground' refer to?

• The panel closest to the viewer

• The space between panels

• The use of light and dark shades

• The areas between and around objects

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What is 'Midground' used for in comics?

• To indicate movement or states of being

• To provide additional subtextual information

• To allow centering of image by using a natural resting place for vision

• To create a sense of panic or urgency

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What does 'Background' provide in a comic?

• A distinct segment of the comic

• A pattern or repeated series of marks

• Additional subtextual information for the reader

• A method of drawing attention to text

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What is 'Graphic weight'?

• The space between panels

• The lines and borders that contain the panels

• A term describing how some images draw the eye more than others

• An image that extends beyond the edge of the page

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What is 'Negative space'?

• The use of light and dark shades

• The panel closest to the viewer

• A term describing how some images draw the eye more

• The areas between and around objects

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What are 'Emanata'?

• Lines and squiggles that indicate movement or states of being

• A method of drawing attention to text

• The space between panels

• The lines and borders that contain the panels

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

What is a 'Punchline' in a comic?

• An image that extends beyond the edge of the page

• A term describing how some images draw the eye more

• The final line of the cartoon that makes the reader smile or laugh

• The areas between and around objects

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4