Understanding Comics Chapter 3
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McCloud states, "our senses can only reveal a world that is fragmented and incomplete...our perception of 'reality' is an act of faith, based on mere fragments."
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True
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False
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Explore the mechanics of comics in 'Understanding Comics Chapter 3' quiz, focusing on concepts like closure and the role of the gutter. Assess your grasp on how comics use visual elements to create cohesive narratives and engage the reader's imagination.
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The "phenomenon of observing the parts but perceiving the whole has a name. It's called...
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Fragmented Reality.
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Pass the Five Senses.
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Closure.
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Peek-A-Boo
Correct Answer
A. Closure.Explanation
Closure is the correct answer because it refers to the phenomenon of perceiving a complete or whole image or concept even when some parts or information is missing or incomplete. It is the ability of the brain to fill in the gaps and create a unified perception based on the available information. This concept is commonly observed in visual perception, where the brain completes missing parts of an object or scene to create a coherent whole.Rate this question:
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Which answer is NOT an example of CLOSURE.
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A reproduced photo in a newspaper.
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A image on television.
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The above comics sequence.
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10 bottles of Pepsi Cola.
Correct Answer
A. 10 bottles of Pepsi Cola.Explanation
The concept of closure refers to the ability of the human brain to perceive a complete or whole image even when parts of it are missing. In the given options, a reproduced photo in a newspaper, an image on television, and the above comics sequence all involve visual stimuli that can be perceived as complete images by the brain. However, 10 bottles of Pepsi Cola do not involve any visual stimuli that require the brain to perceive a complete image, making it the answer that is not an example of closure.Rate this question:
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Fill in the blank: __________ use(s) CLOSURE like no other, "the audience is a willing and conscious collaborator."
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Cartoons
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Television
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Comics
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Newspaper and Magazines.
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A. ComicsExplanation
Comics use closure like no other because they rely on the reader's imagination to fill in the gaps between panels. The reader's active participation is essential in understanding the story and connecting the visuals. This collaboration between the audience and the comic creator makes comics a unique medium where the audience becomes a willing and conscious collaborator in the storytelling process.Rate this question:
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Fill in the blank: The space between comic book panels is called _________. "This is where human imagination takes two separate images and transforms them into a single idea."
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The Gutter
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The Median
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The Third Rail
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Splitsville
Correct Answer
A. The GutterExplanation
The space between comic book panels is called the gutter. This is where human imagination takes two separate images and transforms them into a single idea. The gutter is the blank space that separates the panels and allows the reader to fill in the gaps with their own interpretation and understanding of the story. It is an essential element of the comic book medium, as it engages the reader and encourages their active participation in the narrative.Rate this question:
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"Comics is a duo-sensory medium. It relies on only two of the five senses to convey a WORLD of experience.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
Comics only uses one sense to relay information, vision.Rate this question:
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The most popular panel to panel transitions throughout the world of comics is...
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Moment-to-Moment
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Scene-to-Scene
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Death-to-Death
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Person-to-Person
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Action-to-Action
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None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Action-to-ActionExplanation
Action-to-Action panel transitions are the most popular in the world of comics. This transition focuses on showing a single character or object in different stages of action, allowing the reader to follow the sequence of movements and actions. It enhances the sense of motion and creates a dynamic and fast-paced storytelling experience. This transition is commonly used in action-packed scenes to convey a sense of excitement and movement.Rate this question:
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Mark all entries below that are "real" Panel-to-Panel transitions in comics.
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Non-Sequitur
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Aspect-to-Aspect
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Scene-to-Scene
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Subject-to-Subject
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Action-to-Action
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Moment-to-Moment
Correct Answer(s)
A. Non-Sequitur
A. Aspect-to-Aspect
A. Scene-to-Scene
A. Subject-to-Subject
A. Action-to-Action
A. Moment-to-MomentExplanation
The given correct answer includes all the possible types of Panel-to-Panel transitions in comics. Non-Sequitur refers to panels that are unrelated or do not follow a logical sequence. Aspect-to-Aspect transitions focus on different aspects or details within a scene. Scene-to-Scene transitions change the setting or location between panels. Subject-to-Subject transitions shift the focus from one character or subject to another. Action-to-Action transitions depict a continuous action or movement across panels. Moment-to-Moment transitions show a series of moments or actions within a single scene.Rate this question:
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Scene-to-Scene transitions...
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Transport the reader across large distances of space and time.
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Places the reader between 3 to 4 years ahead of the last panel seen.
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Are similar to Moment-to-Moment transitions.
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Were adapted from the film industry.
Correct Answer
A. Transport the reader across large distances of space and time.Explanation
Scene-to-scene transitions in comics are used to transport the reader across large distances of space and time. This means that the panels in the comic depict different scenes that are not necessarily connected in terms of location or time. These transitions allow the story to progress and show events that occur in different places or at different points in time, helping to move the narrative forward and provide a broader perspective to the reader.Rate this question:
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"Aspect-to-Aspect transitions haven been an integral part of American mainstream comics almost from the beginning."
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
"Aspect-to-Aspect transitions haven been an integral part of JAPANESE mainstream comics almost from the beginning."Rate this question:
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