Origins and Styles of Anime

Anime, a form of Japanese animation, is known for its colorful graphics and vibrant characters. It originated in the early 20th century, with the first known animation being Katsudo Shashin. Anime production involves character creation, storyboarding, and voice acting, focusing on art quality. Characters are designed with realistic proportions and exaggerated features to express emotions. Anime spans various genres, targeting different audiences, from children to adults.

What is the global perception of the term 'anime'?

• It is synonymous with comic books.

• It refers to all forms of animation worldwide.

• It specifically refers to Japanese animation.

• It is a term used for children's cartoons.

Who were some of the early known animators in Japan?

• Mamoru Hosoda and Makoto Shinkai

• Oten Shimokawa and Seitaro Kitayama

• Osamu Tezuka and Akira Toriyama

• Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata

What is the oldest surviving Japanese animation film about?

• A princess in a castle

• A ninja on a secret mission

• A samurai testing a new sword

• A dragon's adventure

In anime, what is often exaggerated to depict emotions?

• The height of the character's body

• The width of the character's smile

• The length of the character's hair

• The size of the character's eyes

Which anime genre is specifically targeted towards girls?

• Shojo

• Josei

• Shonen

• Seinen