Themes and Symbols
Parts of a Graphic Novel
General
100
A symbol made of bread, made by Marji's uncle prior to his death.
What is a bread swan?
100
The space between panels.
What is a gutter?
100
Text and pictures in a certain sequence to tell story.
What is graphic novel?
200
This object supposedly opens the gates of heaven for young boys following their death in the army.
What is a golden key?
200
The distance between the nearest and furthest objects.
What is depth of field?
200
The change from Shah to Islamic government.
What is Iranian Revolution?
300
Marji does this as a rebellion against her parents rules (Hint : Lung Cancer.)
What is smoking a cigarette?
300
Frames placed in a sequence.
What is a panel?
300
Muslim women are required to wear by law.
What is a hijab?
400
Theme that usurps government. This is forced upon Iranian citizens in Persepolis.
What is religion?
400
Used to express characters' thoughts, dialogue, narration
What is a bubble?
400
A person that was thrown out of government by the revolution.
Who is the Shah?
500
Theme involving Marji smoking cigarettes.
What is loss of innocence / growing up?
500
What is a sound effect?
500
The book this presentation is about. (must spell correctly)
What is Persepolis?