Question 1

_____In a proscenium theatre all of the lighting instruments are mounted behind the proscenium

Accepted Answer

In a proscenium theatre, lighting instruments are mounted on various locations such as the front of the stage, above the stage, on the wings, and in the auditorium. Only some of the instruments may be mounted behind the proscenium.

Question 2

_____The instrument schedule serves what purpose?&#10;A) Shows, from a top view, the layout of the stage and the location of all of the lighting instruments&#10;B) Shows, from a side view, the vertical arrangement of the stage and the location of the lighting instruments&#10;C) Summarizes in tabular form all of the technical information needed for setting up the lighting instruments&#10;D) Indicates which lights are to be turned on, dimmed, brightened, or turned off, moment by moment through out the performance

Accepted Answer

The instrument schedule provides a summary of all technical information needed for setting up lighting instruments. It includes details such as the instrument type, its location, its number, its focus, and other relevant information. It serves as a reference document for the lighting team during setup and ensures that the lighting design is executed as planned.

Question 3

_____Realistic sound refers to sounds that stem from an recognizable source

Accepted Answer

Realistic sound refers to sounds that accurately resemble or originate from a real-world source, such as footsteps, animal calls, or machinery. These sounds are meant to enhance the immersive experience in music, film, or video games by creating a natural, authentic environment for the listener or viewer.

Question 4

_{???_______}Which is NOT one of the functions of sound design? A) Reinforces the stage composition B) Reinforces the action C) Reinforces the performers' voices D) Reinforces the production style

Accepted Answer

Reinforcing the stage composition is more directly related to the visual aspects of a production, such as set design and lighting, rather than sound design. Sound design focuses on the auditory aspects, such as enhancing the action, supporting the performers' voices, and complementing the production style.

Question 5

_____An ellipsoidal is essentially a flood light and is used primarily for general illumination

Accepted Answer

An ellipsoidal is a type of spotlight used in theater and stage lighting to precisely control the shape and focus of the light beam, not for general illumination.

Question 6

_____The term &#34;mixed-media production&#34; refers to what practice?&#10;A) Mingling live action with projected still pictures&#10;B) Mingling live action with projected moving pictures&#10;C) Using closed-circuit television to project images of the actors or the audience&#10;D) All of the above&#10;E) None of the above&#10;True/False

Accepted Answer

Mixed-media production involves combining different forms of media, such as live action with still or moving pictures, and can also include the use of closed-circuit television for projecting images. This creates a multifaceted presentation that can enhance the storytelling or artistic expression.

Question 7

_____Although sound has always played an important role in theatrical production, it is not considered a separate art of design

Accepted Answer

Sound is considered one of the four main elements of theatrical production design, along with set design, lighting design, and costume design. Therefore, it is considered a separate art of design.

Question 8

_____The term &#34;selective transmission&#34; refers to what?&#10;A) Mixing different colored lights to produce achromatic white light&#10;B) The mixing of wireless microphones to produce special effects&#10;C) Using the appropriate lighting instrument for the desired effect&#10;D) The wavelengths of light that each color filter permits to pass through

Accepted Answer

Selective transmission refers to the fact that different color filters allow only certain wavelengths of light to pass through, resulting in a selective transmission of light.

Question 9

What are the controllable factors of light and the functions of lighting design? How can each function be made manifest in the lighting, using the controllable factors of light?

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The answer of What are the controllable factors of light...

Question 10

Do you think of sound design as an art? If so, why so? If not, why not? Why has sound design traditionally been considered a craft, and not of equal status to the other design areas? What developments in the last 50 years may account for the changes in perception about the art of sound design?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Do you think of sound design as...

Question 11

_____Which is NOT a controllable quality of light?&#10;A) Distribution&#10;B) Color&#10;C) Texture&#10;D) Movement

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The answer of _____Which is NOT a controllable quality of...

Question 12

_____The &#34;sound score&#34; is an audio recording of all of the sound effects for a production

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The answer of _____The &#34;sound score&#34; is an audio recording...

Question 13

_____Lighting designers can make firm decisions about all aspects of their designs work at the same time as the scenery and costume designers

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The answer of _____Lighting designers can make firm decisions about...

Question 14

_____Specific illumination is:&#10;A) Typically spread in large areas across the stage&#10;B) Generated by spotlights&#10;C) Focused exclusively on non-acting areas&#10;D) All of the above&#10;E) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____Specific illumination is:&#10;A) Typically spread in large...

Deck 17: Lighting and Sound Design