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Thought Balloons
                  Thought Balloons are similar to speech balloons but show what a character is

                  thinking instead of saying out loud. They look like fluffy clouds and have small
                  circles leading to the character’s head. If a student is worried about an exam,
                  their thought balloon might say, “I hope I pass my test!”


                  Captions
                  Captions are small boxes at the top or bottom of a panel. They give extra
                  information about the scene, like the time, place, or what is happening. If the
                  story moves to another city, a caption might say, "Meanwhile, in another part
                  of the city..." so the reader understands the change.


                  Characters

                  Characters are the most important part of a comic strip. They can be
                  people,  animals,  or even magical  creatures.  Their  expressions and
                  actions show feelings like happiness, sadness, surprise, or excitement. For
                  example, a character with wide eyes and an open mouth looks surprised.


                  Action Lines and Effects
                  Action Lines and Effects make movements and sounds look exciting. If a

                  character is running fast, lines behind them show their speed. If there is a
                  loud sound, words like "BOOM! or POW! are written in bold letters to show
                  action. These effects make the story more fun to read.


                  GENRES AND CATEGORIES OF COMIC STRIPS
                  Comic strips come in various genres, catering to different audiences and storytelling styles. Each
                  genre has unique characteristics that shape its narrative and artistic style.

                  1.   Superhero – Comics about heroes with special powers who fight bad guys and save the world.
                     Example: Superman, Spider-Man.

                  2.  Manga – Japanese comics with exciting stories and unique artwork. They can be about action,
                     friendship, fantasy, or adventure. Example: Naruto, Doraemon.

                  3.  Slice-of-Life – Comics that show everyday life in a fun and relatable way. They focus on normal
                     people and their daily experiences. Example: Calvin and Hobbes, Garfield.

                  4.  Humour – Funny comics that make people laugh using jokes, silly situations, and fun characters.
                     Example: The Far Side, Beano.
                  5.  Adventure – Comics filled with action, travel, and exciting quests where characters go on
                     journeys and face challenges. Example: Tintin, Asterix.

                  6.  Science Fiction –  Comics  about  the future, space, robots,  or advanced  technology.  They
                     imagine what life could be like with new inventions. Example: Flash Gordon, Star Wars comics.



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