1.) why is squash and stretch so useful in animation?
Squash and stretch is useful in animation because it makes the animation look more realistic and far more interesting.
2.) Think of a situation which extreme squash and stretch could be applied to a character.
A situation would be when a balloon filled with water is thrown against a wall. This situation probably need extreme squash and stretch.
3.) Think of an animation where squash and stretch would not be appropriate:
A stone being thrown against a wall would not be appropriate.
4.) if squash and stretch doesn't really happen so obviously in real life, why do you think it is so effective in animation:
The exaggeration is what appeals to most viewers and makes the animation more entertaining to watch.
