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Wrap Up ⓐ Graphic storytelling shares messages about society. ⓑ Graphic storytelling is a popular form of entertainment. ⓒ Graphic storytelling helps us build media literacy skills. A. Listen to the explanation of graphic storytelling and choose the main idea. B. Read and answer the questions. Originating in Korea in the early 2000s, the term “webtoon” combines “web” and “cartoon,” referring to digital comics. With the growing popularity of the Internet and the decline of traditional media, webtoons were designed to fit digital platforms and attract new audiences. The success of webtoons stems from several key factors. Their vertical scrolling layout, perfectly suited for smartphones and tablets, creates a smooth and enjoyable reading experience. Readers can enjoy webtoons anytime and anywhere. Additionally, webtoons incorporate interactive features like explanatory sections and fan communities, fostering a strong bond between creators and readers. Recently, the impact of Korean webtoons has grown far beyond digital comics, sparking a wave of cross-media collaborations that have brought them into mainstream entertainment. 1. What impact have Korean webtoons had recently? ⓐ They are mostly limited to Korean audiences. ⓑ They have expanded into various forms of entertainment. ⓒ They have pushed Korean audiences toward traditional entertainment. Webtoons have created a remarkable shift in the comic industry by fitting platforms and attracting new audiences. Their scrolling layout is perfectly suited for smartphones and tablets, allowing readers to enjoy webtoons anytime and anywhere. Moreover, webtoons incorporate features, like explanatory sections and fan communities, which foster a strong sense of between creators and readers. 2. Fill in the blanks with words from the text to explain how webtoons have transformed the comic industry and why they ’ re popular with mobile users. 54 I Lesson 2 Visual Voices in Storytelling