Comic Vocab Test

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    Conflict

    • A book that uses pictures and words to tell a story.
    • The most important man or woman in a story, often has some ability that makes them special.
    • A comic book written about the author, telling stories from the authors life.
    • The problem in a story, conflict could be war, a villain hurting the world somehow, something bad that happened to the writer
    • To make characteristics of someone larger than life.
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The 'Comic Vocab Test' enhances understanding of comic book terminology, focusing on elements like storytelling, character design, and narrative techniques. It's ideal for learners interested in comics and graphic storytelling.

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  • 2. 

    Talk Bubbles

    • A round shape in a comic book that has writing in it for dialogue.

    • When a word represents a noise, like bang, drip, or bump.

    • When things in a picture look far away in order to focus on the setting.

    • When the comic artist focuses in on something to make it the focal point.

    • Giving an animal human characteristics or a human animal characteristics.

    Correct Answer
    A. A round shape in a comic book that has writing in it for dialogue.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is a round shape in a comic book that has writing in it for dialogue. This is because talk bubbles are commonly used in comic books to represent dialogue between characters. The round shape helps to distinguish the dialogue from the rest of the artwork and the writing inside the bubble indicates what the character is saying.

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    Zoom out

    • Giving an animal human characteristics or a human animal characteristics.

    • When the comic artist focuses in on something to make it the focal point.

    • When things in a picture look far away in order to focus on the setting.

    • When a word represents a noise, like bang, drip, or bump.

    • A round shape in a comic book that has writing in it for dialogue.Zoom out

    Correct Answer
    A. When things in a picture look far away in order to focus on the setting.
    Explanation
    The correct answer refers to the concept of "zooming out" in a picture. When things in a picture look far away, it means that the artist has chosen to show a broader view of the setting rather than focusing on specific details. This technique allows the viewer to get a sense of the overall environment or context in which the scene is taking place.

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    Color Value

    • The lightness or darkness of a color.

    • This person takes the pencils of the artist and takes them to a final piece of artwork by adding ink.

    • Drawings that go with words to plan a comic book or movie.

    • Lines that show that something is moving

    • A shape that looks like a cloud with writing in it that shows what a person is thinking in a comic book.

    Correct Answer
    A. The lightness or darkness of a color.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The lightness or darkness of a color." This answer accurately describes the concept of color value, which refers to the relative lightness or darkness of a color. Value is an important aspect of color theory and can greatly impact the overall visual impact of a composition. By understanding and manipulating color value, artists can create depth, contrast, and emphasis in their artwork.

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    Anthropomorphic

    • Giving an animal human characteristics or a human animal characteristics.

    • When the comic artist focuses in on something to make it the focal point.

    • When things in a picture look far away in order to focus on the setting.

    • When a word represents a noise, like bang, drip, or bump.

    • A round shape in a comic book that has writing in it for dialogue.

    Correct Answer
    A. Giving an animal human characteristics or a human animal characteristics.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is giving an animal human characteristics or a human animal characteristics. This term refers to attributing human qualities or traits to animals or vice versa. It is commonly used in literature, art, and storytelling to make animals more relatable or to convey certain messages or themes. This concept allows readers or viewers to connect with the characters on a deeper level and understand their emotions and behaviors in a more familiar and accessible way.

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    Autobiographical

    • A book that uses pictures and words to tell a story.

    • The most important man or woman in a story, often has some ability that makes them special.

    • A comic book written about the author, telling stories from the authors life.

    • The problem in a story, conflict could be war, a villain hurting the world somehow, something bad that happened to the writer

    • To make characteristics of someone larger than life.

    Correct Answer
    A. A comic book written about the author, telling stories from the authors life.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is a comic book written about the author, telling stories from the author's life. This is because an autobiographical book is a type of book that is written by the author about their own life experiences and includes pictures and words to tell the story. In this case, the comic book format is used to depict the author's life and tell stories from their perspective.

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  • 7. 

    Comic Book

    • A book that uses pictures and words to tell a story.

    • The most important man or woman in a story, often has some ability that makes them special.

    • A comic book written about the author, telling stories from the authors life.

    • The problem in a story, conflict could be war, a villain hurting the world somehow, something bad that happened to the writer

    • To make characteristics of someone larger than life.

    Correct Answer
    A. A book that uses pictures and words to tell a story.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is a book that uses pictures and words to tell a story. This answer accurately describes what a comic book is, as it combines visual illustrations with written text to convey a narrative. Comic books are known for their unique storytelling format, where panels and speech bubbles are used to depict the events and dialogue of the story. By using both visual and textual elements, comic books provide a dynamic and engaging reading experience.

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  • 8. 

    Close-ups

    • A round shape in a comic book that has writing in it for dialogue.

    • When a word represents a noise, like bang, drip, or bump.

    • When things in a picture look far away in order to focus on the setting.

    • When the comic artist focuses in on something to make it the focal point.

    • Giving an animal human characteristics or a human animal characteristics.

    Correct Answer
    A. When the comic artist focuses in on something to make it the focal point.
    Explanation
    This answer correctly identifies close-ups as a technique used by comic artists to focus on a specific element and make it the focal point of the panel. Close-ups typically involve zooming in on a character, object, or action to emphasize its importance or convey emotions. This technique helps to draw the reader's attention and create a more impactful visual storytelling experience.

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    Onomatopoeia

    • A round shape in a comic book that has writing in it for dialogue.

    • When a word represents a noise, like bang, drip, or bump.

    • When things in a picture look far away in order to focus on the setting.

    • When the comic artist focuses in on something to make it the focal point.

    • Giving an animal human characteristics or a human animal characteristics.

    Correct Answer
    A. When a word represents a noise, like bang, drip, or bump.
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    Inker

    • The lightness or darkness of a color.

    • This person takes the pencils of the artist and takes them to a final piece of artwork by adding ink.

    • Drawings that go with words to plan a comic book or movie.

    • Lines that show that something is moving

    • A shape that looks like a cloud with writing in it that shows what a person is thinking in a comic book.

    Correct Answer
    A. This person takes the pencils of the artist and takes them to a final piece of artwork by adding ink.
    Explanation
    The given answer correctly explains the role of an inker in the artistic process. An inker is responsible for taking the initial pencil drawings of an artist and adding ink to create the final artwork. This involves tracing over the pencil lines, adding depth and definition, and preparing the artwork for reproduction or coloring. The inker's skills and techniques greatly contribute to the overall aesthetic and visual impact of the final piece.

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  • 11. 

    Embellishment

    • To make characteristics of someone larger than life.

    • The problem in a story, conflict could be war, a villain hurting the world somehow, something bad that happened to the writer

    • A comic book written about the author, telling stories from the authors life.

    • The most important man or woman in a story, often has some ability that makes them special.

    • A book that uses pictures and words to tell a story.

    Correct Answer
    A. To make characteristics of someone larger than life.
    Explanation
    Embellishment refers to the act of exaggerating or enhancing the characteristics of someone or something to make them appear larger than life. It involves adding extra details or making something more elaborate or impressive than it actually is. This can be done in various forms of storytelling, such as literature, movies, or even personal anecdotes. Embellishment helps to create a more captivating and engaging narrative by emphasizing certain qualities or events.

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  • 12. 

    Story Board

    • A shape that looks like a cloud with writing in it that shows what a person is thinking in a comic book.

    • Lines that show that something is moving

    • Drawings that go with words to plan a comic book or movie.

    • This person takes the pencils of the artist and takes them to a final piece of artwork by adding ink.

    • The lightness or darkness of a color.

    Correct Answer
    A. Drawings that go with words to plan a comic book or movie.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Drawings that go with words to plan a comic book or movie." This explanation fits with the given definition of a storyboard, which is a visual representation of a story that combines drawings and words to plan out the sequence of events in a comic book or movie.

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