Question

HOW VISUAL AND MULTIMEDIA ELEMENTS CONTRIBUTE TO THE MEANING OF A TEXT

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Visual and multimedia elements contribute in understanding the meaning of the  text. True

2. The clenched teeth and fist of the main character in comic strip show that he is  happy and satisfied of how the things turned out. False

3. Multimedia elements cause confusion to the readers. False

4. Videos about Simbang Gabi in the Philippines also help readers 'see' and relate to  the story about Christmas. True

5. Horror stories need to be accompanied by happy and light background music to  set the author's tone. False

Explanation:

The use of visuals and multimedia in understanding a text or any story allows the readers to better get a grasp of what the text is about. These media forms enable the better understanding and perceptive ability of the reader.

The given statements about the visual and multimedia elements and whether they are true or not are given as follows-

1. Visual and multimedia elements contribute to understanding the meaning of the text. True

2. The clenched teeth and fist of the main character in the comic strip show that he is happy and satisfied with how things turned out. False

The clenched teeth and fist are expressive of an angry reaction, not a happy or satisfied expression.

3. Multimedia elements cause confusion to the readers. False

Rather than create confusion, it enables better understanding in the readers.

4. Videos about Simbang Gabi in the Philippines also help readers 'see' and relate to the story about Christmas. True

5. Horror stories need to be accompanied by happy and light background music to set the author's tone. False

Horror stories may be accompanied by suspenseful music and dark lighting rather than the happy and light background.