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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What characteristics of panels contribute to the sequence of time?
(a) The depth and breadth of panels.
(b) The matter and width of panels.
(c) The number and size of panels.
(d) The speed and radius of panels.

2. What can the frame's shape or absence convey?
(a) The sound and emotion of the action.
(b) The progression of emotion.
(c) Character development.
(d) The profession of the artist.

3. What particular changes in sound does calligraphy relate to?
(a) Changes in vocal patterns.
(b) Changes in inflection and sound levels in speech.
(c) Changes in pressure of vocal strings and ink.
(d) Changes in heart palpitations.

4. What are gestures "almost idiomatic" to?
(a) Specific continents.
(b) Specific timezones.
(c) Specific regions or cultures.
(d) Specific economic backgrounds.

5. In the third example in a "Contract with God," the heavy lettering is above what creature?
(a) Ghoul.
(b) Dwarf.
(c) Horse of the Apocalypse.
(d) Elf.

Short Answer Questions

1. What must be broken down into segments when using a full-page frame?

2. In which 18th century tool do inscriptions reappear?

3. What long Spirit story does Eisner analyze in Chapter 3?

4. What can be used when facial expressions are critical?

5. In what person does Eisner illustrate and recast Hamlet?

(see the answer key)

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