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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Show and Tell.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is an assumption that comics artists make about the reader?
(a) They have read previous stories in the series.
(b) They read the panels in correct order.
(c) They read the comics in one sitting.
(d) They will like the story.

2. What invention had a significant effect on comics?
(a) Ballpoint pens
(b) Printing
(c) Colored ink
(d) Recycled paper

3. What transition features a single subject in distinct progressions?
(a) Action-to-action
(b) Subject-to-subject
(c) Moment-to-moment
(d) Aspect-to-aspect

4. What is the most common type of combination where words and pictures go hand in hand to convey an idea that neither could convey alone?
(a) Parallel
(b) Duo-specific
(c) Inter-dependent
(d) Additive

5. Using the pictorial vocabulary pyramid, Herges' style is typically comprised of __________________.
(a) reality and language
(b) icon and language
(c) icon and reality
(d) meaning and icon

Short Answer Questions

1. What transition offers no logical relationship between panels?

2. Which is true of most written languages?

3. Who came up with the first symbols to record certain commodities?

4. What object is painted in "The Treachery of Images?"

5. Which blatantly expressionistic artist created The Underground?

(see the answer key)

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