DIRECTION OF LINES

Theoretically, there may be as many directions of lines as there are writers. Even the same page may show lines of different types. Still, there is no reason to be bewildered or anxious. The main variations of the straight, regular line are listed below with their interpretations. And whatever experience offers in additional variations most probably can be interpreted by means of the imitative method. Indeed, he who adopts the imitative method cannot be permanently baffled by any of man's finest gestures.

Examination for Lesson 7

1. In handwriting analysis, what indicates mood? 2. When analyzing one's script, which is a true sample, writing done on lined or unlined paper? Explain. 3. If one would take a ruler, to determine how straight the base line is, under which zone should the ruler be placed? 4. What does a straight base line indicate? 5. What type of base line is illustrated in the following sample and what does it reflect?

6. What type of base line is illustrated in the following sample and what does it reflect?

7. Which type of base line reflects falling prey to mood swings? 8. How can variation of one's mood be determined? 9. When the signature of the first name is well placed, and the family name is markedly dropped, is the interpretation positive or negative?

A. Positive___ B. Negative___ 10. Is it possible that many base lines of different types may appear on the same page? A. Yes___ B. No___

Answers for Lesson 7

1. The base line

2. Unlined paper. Lined paper has a way of guiding the writer in a course, which may not be his real self.

3. Under the middle zone

4. One who doesn’t go to pieces if something unexpected occurs. He is composed, not easily upset, straight thinking, and honest.

5. It is an ascending base line. It reflects the optimist. 6. A descending base line. It reflects pessimism and depression.

7. The varying base line.

8. Have as much written material as possible taken from different periods.

9. Negative

10. Yes

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