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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In one of Eisner's Spirit stories he analyzes a hero who wishes to do what?
(a) Fly.
(b) Be invincible.
(c) Sing.
(d) Be invisible.

2. Expression becomes an alphabet when it undergoes what process?
(a) Chrysallis.
(b) Transmutation.
(c) Codification.
(d) Symbolification.

3. What does this alphabetic expression introduce?
(a) Simple principles.
(b) Deeper meanings and complexities.
(c) Heartfelt communication.
(d) Syntactic process.

4. What are the main forums for sequential art in today's world?
(a) Roman friezes.
(b) Daily comic strips.
(c) Gnostic illustrations.
(d) Weekly comic strips.

5. What can be used when facial expressions are critical?
(a) Panoramic views.
(b) Close-ups.
(c) Narrow channels.
(d) Heavy lines.

Short Answer Questions

1. As a language, what do comics need to utilize?

2. Imagery examines and illustrates the juxtaposition of what two things?

3. What Spirit story written in 1947 mentions Yogi?

4. In Eisner's third example of "Contract with God" what drips from the heavy lettering?

5. How can a panel be diagrammed?

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