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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many panels must an action sometimes be broken into to clarify the action?
(a) Several.
(b) Many.
(c) All.
(d) None.

2. What kind of movements flow together over short periods?
(a) Extremely graphic flashes.
(b) Extremely large gestures.
(c) Broad, gestural sketches.
(d) Extremely subtle movements.

3. What does the first page of a story functions as?
(a) The prognosis.
(b) The conclusion.
(c) The index.
(d) The introduction.

4. What arranges illusions and symbols to stretch time and enhance emotion?
(a) Blocking.
(b) Character development.
(c) Spacing.
(d) Timing.

5. What novelty can suggest dimension and involve the reader/viewer better than a regular container?
(a) Using rulers to structure lines clearly.
(b) Using accompanying CDs to explain the pages.
(c) Using doorways or windows to frame a panel.
(d) Using 3D imagery.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a modern attempt at codifying the wide range of postures and the emotions they reflect

2. In "Contract with God" by Eisner, what does the stone tablet suggest?

3. What advantage do film and theater have of an audience that is forced to do what?

4. When does a pause inevitably occur while reading?

5. What can hold the whole together through changes of scenery?

(see the answer key)

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