Graphic Novels: Visual Literacy in a Dystopian Future

English
Grade 8
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~18 mins
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A worksheet exploring visual literacy through a creative narrative set in a dystopian future, designed for Grade 8 students.

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Graphic Novels: Visual Literacy in a Dystopian Future

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Grade Grade 8
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Reading Passage: A Dystopian Future in the Graphic Novel

In the shadowed ruins of what was once a thriving metropolis, a lone figure cloaked in tattered garments moves silently through the debris. The sky above is a perpetual haze of ash and smoke, casting an eerie pall over the deserted streets. Amidst the crumbling facades, flickering holograms of a bygone era pulse weakly, remnants of a world lost to chaos. The protagonist, known only as ‘Echo,’ navigates carefully, her eyes scanning for signs of life or danger. Her worn boots crunch over broken glass as she approaches a dilapidated control tower. Inside, the flickering screens still display static, but the faint outline of a map beckons her onward. Echo’s mission is clear: to find the hidden archive that holds secrets to reclaiming the future. As she moves deeper into the darkness, she reflects on the sacrifice and resilience that sustain her in this bleak landscape. Every shadow seems to whisper stories of a lost civilization, echoing the fragile hope that someday, the remnants of humanity might rise again from the ashes.
1.
Identify three descriptive words or phrases from the passage that help create an atmospheric mood.
[2 marks]
2.
What is the significance of the character named 'Echo' in the narrative?
[2 marks]
3.
Which visual element (such as lighting, color, or setting) most contributes to the dystopian atmosphere described?
Aa) Bright, vibrant colors
Bb) Perpetual haze of ash and smoke
Cc) Calm, clear skies
Dd) Lush greenery
4.
Describe the symbolic importance of the flickering holograms in the story.
[3 marks]
5.
Analyze the use of the word 'echo' as the protagonist’s name and its thematic significance.
[4 marks]
6.
Identify one example of visual storytelling described in the passage that helps build tension or mood.
[2 marks]
7.
How does the setting influence the overall tone of the story?
[2 marks]
8.
Suggest a visual symbol that could be added to further emphasize the theme of hope in this story.
9.
Write a short paragraph imagining what Echo might see or experience on her journey that was not described in the passage.
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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