Graphic Novels

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What is a graphic novel?

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A LONG comic book.

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What does 'bleed' mean in a graphic novel?

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When the picture runs off the edge of the page.

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How do you read graphic novels?

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From left page to right page (unless it's manga).

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What are speech bubbles in graphic novels?

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They show the tail of the thought bubble directed at the person doing the talking.

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What are sound effects in graphic novels?

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Usually bigger words, sometimes colored.

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What is the purpose of panels in a graphic novel?

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To divide the story into sections and show the sequence of events.

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What is a manga?

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A style of graphic novel that is read from right to left.

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What is a character design in graphic novels?

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The visual appearance and personality traits of characters.

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What is the role of the narrator in a graphic novel?

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To provide context and commentary on the story.

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What is a caption in a graphic novel?

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Text that provides additional information or context, usually found at the top or bottom of a panel.

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