Question

read the excerpt from persepolis. three comic panels which elements does the author use most to develop the central idea of these panels? ○ facial expressions and speech balloons ○ thought bubbles and captions ○ captions and facial expressions ○ speech balloons and layout

Explanation:

To determine the elements developing the central idea, analyze each option:

• Option 1: The panels have speech balloons (with dialogue like "Rest in peace, Dad" and the girl's words) and facial expressions (e.g., the sad/confused looks). These convey emotions and dialogue central to the theme of grief and conflicting feelings about a hero's death.
• Option 2: There are no thought bubbles (only speech balloons), so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: Captions are minimal (only "AT RECESS..." and "THOSE WERE HER EXACT WORDS..."), while speech balloons and facial expressions are more prominent.
• Option 4: Layout doesn't play a major role here; speech balloons and facial expressions are key, not layout.

So the correct option is the one with facial expressions and speech balloons.

Answer:

A. facial expressions and speech balloons