Film Techniques
This technique might emphasize just the eye ball of a character
Extreme Close Up Shot
a) The Ling family's political influence took many different forms.
b) The Ling family's willingness to give generously took many different forms.
b
Figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using like or as
Metaphor
What is the difference between active and passive voice?
In active voice - the subject performs the action
In passive voice - the subject receives the action
Name a common way that emotions are depicted in characters within graphic novels.
Facial expressions and body language
Identify one type of shot that sets the scene/setting
Establishing shot
Which word or words are related to powerful businessperson?
a) philistine
b) magnate
c) tycoon
d) mogul
b, c, and d
Repetition of words or phrases at the beginning of successive lines or sentences
Anaphora
Convert this sentence to passive voice:
The allegory revealed a sweet message.
A sweet message was revealed by the allegory.
Emanata
This camera movement follows a subject, moving horizontally across the scene
Pan
Which of the following sentences correctly fits a form of the word "acquiesce"?
a) Worn out by their repeated demands, Ford was finally obliged to ____________.
b) I think we can all ____________ that no action is needed at this time.
c) Najah indicated her ________________ by signing the paper they put before her.
a and c (acquiescence)
Technique used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story
Foreshadowing
I love reading I do it every day
I love reading; I do it every day.
I love reading. I do it every day.
These are used in graphic novels to represent dialogue and inner thoughts
Speech and thought bubbles
This type of shot frames two characters equally within the same frame
Choose the letter that suggests the vocabular word: surfeit.
a) His indigestion was caused by eating too many fried clams.
b) For a millionaire to win twenty million dollars is too much of a good thing.
c) The supply of oil exceeded the demand, which explains the recent drop in price.
a, b, and c
The use of words or images to represent specific concepts, people, objects, or events
Symbolism
Correctly choose the word that fits each of these sentences:
Either (has, have) its good points.
Someone from each class (attend, attends) the meeting.
Neither Fred nor Stan (understand, understands) this equation.
19. Has 20. Attends 21. Understands
This space between panels contributes to the pacing and storytelling of the graphic novel
Gutter
This shot involves filming two characters in a scene separately using different camera angles and then cutting between the two to create the illusion of a continuous conversation
Shot Reverse Shot
What is the definition of propitious?
Then, properly use it in a sentence.
Tending to favor or assist; encouraging
Ex: Senator Feynman's sixty percent approval rating was a propitious start to her reelection effort.
Example of?
"The sweet melodies of the holidays rang throughout the store and jingled through the halls. The ding of the bell made the clambering of feet all the more merry."
Auditory imagery
Correctly choose the word that fits each of these sentences:
Unless every one of the members (cooperate, cooperates), the play will fail.
Each (seek, seeks) a job to do.
Neither of the teams (has, have) a perfect record.
1. Is 2. Cooperates 3. Seeks
This aspect of a graphic novel, whether vibrant or muted, plays a significant role in setting the mood and tone.
Color