Question 1

When a camera pivots up or down on a camera mount, that movement is referred to as a -------------------------------

Accepted Answer

tilt

Question 2

The aspect ratio of high definition television (HDTV) is

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The aspect ratio of high definition television (HDTV) is 16:9, which means that the width is 16 units and the height is 9 units. This aspect ratio is wider than the older standard television aspect ratio of 4:3.

Question 3

CU is the abbreviation for

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CU is commonly used in film and photography to refer to a close-up shot where the camera focuses on a specific object or person.

Question 4

A shot that is generally from the waist up on a person and tells the story is the _____

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The answer of A shot that is generally from the...

Question 5

The aspect ratio of standard television (SD) is

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The standard definition television (SD) has an aspect ratio of 4:3, which was the most common format for television screens and computer monitors before the advent of widescreen and high-definition formats.

Question 6

The distance between the nearest and farthest objects in focus is defined as

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The distance between the nearest and farthest objects in focus is called depth of field. Aperture, lens speed, and focal length all affect depth of field, but none of them define it.

Question 7

The lines within an image that lead a viewers eye are the _________

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The answer of The lines within an image that lead...

Question 8

A wide lens angle will cause

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A wide lens angle will cause a deepening of the perception of the z-axis, making distant objects appear farther away and closer objects appear closer. It does not affect the field of view or exaggerate camera movement. Compression of the z-axis is typically associated with a telephoto lens.

Question 9

The amount of light required for a camera to produce quality images is often referred to as

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The amount of light required for a camera to produce quality images is referred to as "exposure" which is the amount of light that falls on the camera sensor. Backlight and sunlight can affect the exposure by either adding or reducing the amount of light. Compensation refers to adjustments made to exposure to achieve the desired result, therefore it is not the best choice.

Question 10

LS is the abbreviation for

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LS commonly stands for "long shot" in various contexts, such as in photography, cinematography, or even in sports betting.

Question 11

Crossing the action line causes movement to

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Crossing the action line, also known as the "180-degree rule," can cause a change in the direction of the movement on screen. It can be disorienting for viewers to suddenly see characters or objects moving in the opposite direction without a clear transition or explanation.

Question 12

Define the term ""action line""

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The answer of Define the term ""action line""...

Question 13

Why is manual focus preferable to auto focus?

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The answer of Why is manual focus preferable to auto...

Question 14

The__________ is the imaginary line along the direction of action in a scene

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The answer of The__________ is the imaginary line along the...

Question 15

The ___________is used to help establish the scene for the viewer

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The answer of The ___________is used to help establish the...

Question 16

When shooting a fast moving subject, the subject should be kept

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When shooting a fast moving subject, the subject should be kept behind the center of the frame to allow for the subject to move into the frame.

Question 17

The _______encourages the audience to concentrate on a specific feature in a shot

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The answer of The _______encourages the audience to concentrate on...

Question 18

When the tones in a camera image appear dark, dull and lifeless, the image is said to be

Accepted Answer

When the tones in a camera image appear dark, dull and lifeless, it means that the image is underexposed.

Question 19

The distance between the top of a subject's head and the top of the screen is _______

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The answer of The distance between the top of a...

Question 20

MS is the abbreviation for

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MS stands for medium shot, where the camera is positioned at a medium distance from the subject.

Quiz 8: Using the Camera