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What is the old term that refers to a child with a disability who brings happiness and prosperity to his/her family and community?
What is the old term that refers to a child with a disability who brings happiness and prosperity to his/her family and community?
fukugo
In the manga Your Hands are Whispering, what prompted the protagonist's husband, Hirofumi, to learn sign language?
In the manga Your Hands are Whispering, what prompted the protagonist's husband, Hirofumi, to learn sign language?
- A family member was deaf
- His wife encouraged him to learn
- Feeling shut out at a coffee shop (correct)
- Seeing his coworker destressed at work
In the manga A Silent Voice, what does the mother find out about Shoya's plan after he returns the money he owes her?
In the manga A Silent Voice, what does the mother find out about Shoya's plan after he returns the money he owes her?
commit suicide
According to Chapter 3, what is a legendary deaf manga?
According to Chapter 3, what is a legendary deaf manga?
According to Chapter 3, how is the heroine's deafness in the manga Your Hands are Whispering depicted?
According to Chapter 3, how is the heroine's deafness in the manga Your Hands are Whispering depicted?
In the manga A Silent Voice, what is Shoko's first reaction immediately after seeing Shoya again outside the sign language class?
In the manga A Silent Voice, what is Shoko's first reaction immediately after seeing Shoya again outside the sign language class?
Besides A Silent Voice, identify two other manga titles that use disability to tell a love story.
Besides A Silent Voice, identify two other manga titles that use disability to tell a love story.
In the manga A Silent Voice, how do Shoya and Shoko communicate when they become high school students?
In the manga A Silent Voice, how do Shoya and Shoko communicate when they become high school students?
What is a scene in which the trope of otherness is visually depicted in A Silent Voice?
What is a scene in which the trope of otherness is visually depicted in A Silent Voice?
In the X-Men movies, what is signified by Professor Charles Xavier's wheelchair?
In the X-Men movies, what is signified by Professor Charles Xavier's wheelchair?
In the film Forrest Gump, what is signified by Lieutenant Dan Taylor's wheelchair?
In the film Forrest Gump, what is signified by Lieutenant Dan Taylor's wheelchair?
Tomomi (Nomiya) is ____.
Tomomi (Nomiya) is ____.
Identify the character of Real who shows motherly affection towards Kiyoharu.
Identify the character of Real who shows motherly affection towards Kiyoharu.
Which of the following is an all-inclusive signifier of disability typically used in advertisements?
Which of the following is an all-inclusive signifier of disability typically used in advertisements?
In the documentary Murderball, what is symbolized by the rugby wheelchair?
In the documentary Murderball, what is symbolized by the rugby wheelchair?
How did Kiyoharu (Togawa) develop a physical disability in the story of Real?
How did Kiyoharu (Togawa) develop a physical disability in the story of Real?
Identify the character of Real whom Tomomi picked up for a motorbike ride.
Identify the character of Real whom Tomomi picked up for a motorbike ride.
According to Kuppers (2007), many wheelchair users see their chair as __________.
According to Kuppers (2007), many wheelchair users see their chair as __________.
Summarize the ancient story of Hiruko in one or two sentences.
Summarize the ancient story of Hiruko in one or two sentences.
What is a supokon manga?
What is a supokon manga?
Real was originally serialized in a ___________ magazine.
Real was originally serialized in a ___________ magazine.
The author of Real was ____________, just like Takahashi, the 'alpha-male' character.
The author of Real was ____________, just like Takahashi, the 'alpha-male' character.
Japan has a relatively high school-dropout rate, and homeschooling is common.
Japan has a relatively high school-dropout rate, and homeschooling is common.
The way characters are drawn in manga signifies their gender, race, and physical characteristics.
The way characters are drawn in manga signifies their gender, race, and physical characteristics.
Give an example of wheelchair sports that you know or learned from Chapter 4.
Give an example of wheelchair sports that you know or learned from Chapter 4.
Real is a manga series created by __________, the author of two other popular comic series.
Real is a manga series created by __________, the author of two other popular comic series.
Takahashi Hisanobu meets tragedy and suffers _____________ after an accident.
Takahashi Hisanobu meets tragedy and suffers _____________ after an accident.
In Real, the character Hisanobu Takahashi is ___.
In Real, the character Hisanobu Takahashi is ___.
In Real, the character Kiyoharu Togawa was ___.
In Real, the character Kiyoharu Togawa was ___.
In the manga Dororo, ___________ is killed by Lord Daigo.
In the manga Dororo, ___________ is killed by Lord Daigo.
Based on your reading, the term 'inspiration porn' refers to a criticism that ________.
Based on your reading, the term 'inspiration porn' refers to a criticism that ________.
Which of the following is NOT what neurodiversity means?
Which of the following is NOT what neurodiversity means?
In the manga Dororo, what is correct about Lord Daigo's baby (later named Hyakkimaru)?
In the manga Dororo, what is correct about Lord Daigo's baby (later named Hyakkimaru)?
Many Western scholars condemn a superhero trope because ________.
Many Western scholars condemn a superhero trope because ________.
Who is the author of Dororo?
Who is the author of Dororo?
The term 'narrative prosthesis' refers to how the protagonist's disability is portrayed as __________.
The term 'narrative prosthesis' refers to how the protagonist's disability is portrayed as __________.
The term 'ableism' defines dominant societal beliefs that people with disabilities are __________.
The term 'ableism' defines dominant societal beliefs that people with disabilities are __________.
Lord Daigo makes a pact with 48 demons for the birth of a strong, healthy son.
Lord Daigo makes a pact with 48 demons for the birth of a strong, healthy son.
The term 'enfreakment' defines how the nonstandard body of a physically disabled person is ___________.
The term 'enfreakment' defines how the nonstandard body of a physically disabled person is ___________.
The term ____________ refers to mainstream manga including shōjo manga and shōnen manga.
The term ____________ refers to mainstream manga including shōjo manga and shōnen manga.
The manga genre that features male athletes of exceptional fighting spirit is ________.
The manga genre that features male athletes of exceptional fighting spirit is ________.
Wandering Son and Our Dreams at Dusk are ____________.
Wandering Son and Our Dreams at Dusk are ____________.
In yon-koma manga, a koma is an equivalent of a ____________ in U.S. comics.
In yon-koma manga, a koma is an equivalent of a ____________ in U.S. comics.
What does gekiga mean?
What does gekiga mean?
The author of Dororo, Tezuka Osamu, also wrote _______.
The author of Dororo, Tezuka Osamu, also wrote _______.
The term ____________ refers to a pirated digital copy.
The term ____________ refers to a pirated digital copy.
Who is the original target audience of shōjo-manga?
Who is the original target audience of shōjo-manga?
________ is a genre of manga created by female mangaka, featuring explicit, male, non-heterosexual romance.
________ is a genre of manga created by female mangaka, featuring explicit, male, non-heterosexual romance.
Tell us one similarity and one difference between the legend of Hiruko and Hyakkimaru's origin story.
Tell us one similarity and one difference between the legend of Hiruko and Hyakkimaru's origin story.
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Study Notes
Disability in Manga and Anime
- Fukugo: Old term meaning "lucky child" associated with children with disabilities bringing joy to families and communities.
- Protagonist's Motivation: Hirofumi learns sign language after feeling isolated at a coffee shop, witnessing the challenges faced by a deaf coworker.
- A Silent Voice: Shoya's mother discovers his plan to commit suicide after returning her money, highlighting themes of mental health.
Influential Manga Works
- Your Hands are Whispering: Recognized as a legendary deaf manga that portrays disability as an integral part of a character’s identity.
- Character Dynamics: Mieko's deafness is a core aspect of her character, contrary to earlier narratives that presented disability solely as an obstacle.
Key Moments of Otherness and Bullying
- Shoko's Reaction: Shoko runs away upon seeing Shoya again, illustrating the tension from their past experiences.
- Portrayals of Disability: Two additional manga, "Your Hands are Whispering" and "Perfect World," depict love stories involving characters with disabilities.
Communication and Relationships
- High School Dynamics: Shoya and Shoko begin communicating in sign language, emphasizing inclusivity and understanding in their relationship.
Societal Perceptions and Labels
- Shoya as "Other": He is ostracized as a bully yet is isolated himself, showcasing the irony of social labeling and prejudice in school settings.
Symbolism in Film
- X-Men and Forrest Gump: Professor Xavier’s wheelchair signifies rationality, while Lieutenant Dan’s symbolizes voyeurism and societal comfort regarding disability.
Characters and Their Journeys
- Tomomi Nomiya: A high school dropout facing societal stigma, paralleling Kiyoharu Togawa who has a physical disability.
- Real's Athletic Themes: Characters like Kiyoharu and Hisanobu explore sports and challenges, representing societal views on disabilities in athletics.
Cultural Concepts and Stereotypes
- Wheelchair Representation: Seen as an all-encompassing symbol of disability in media, reinforcing or challenging stereotypes.
- Inspiration Porn: Critique of narratives that frame disabled experiences as mere tales of overcoming adversity, reducing complex lives to simple triumphs.
Manga Characteristics and Genres
- Supokon Manga: Focused on male sporting protagonists, emphasizing themes of determination and competitive spirit.
- LGBTQ+ Representation: "Wandering Son" and "Our Dreams at Dusk" are highlighted as examples of LGBTQ+ manga, showcasing diverse narratives.
Historical and Thematic Connections
- Hiruko and Hyakkimaru: Both characters deal with societal rejection due to disabilities; Hiruko is cast out for being a burden, while Hyakkimaru is sacrificed for parental ambition.
Definitions and Misconceptions
- Gekiga: Refers to realistic manga often featuring violence to reflect societal issues.
- Scanlation: Describes unauthorized digital copies, highlighting the intersection of piracy and the manga industry.
Target Audiences and Cultural Impact
- Shōjo Manga: Originally aimed at young female readers, evolving to address broader themes.
- BL Genre: Emerged from female mangaka, focusing on gay relationships, reshaping representations of masculinity and love in manga.
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