Question 1

When a director translates a written script in images, it is known as&#10;A) visual authority&#10;B) translation&#10;C) scriptwriting&#10;D) creative visualization

Accepted Answer

Creative visualization is the process in which a director takes a written script and translates it into a visual story through the use of imagery and cinematography techniques. This involves visualizing how each scene will be shot, framed, and edited to bring the story to life on screen.

Question 2

An effective director must be able to&#10;A) communicate his/her vision of a program&#10;B) understand the capabilities of video equipment&#10;C) direct the cameras during the production&#10;D) none of the above&#10;E) a, b, and c

Accepted Answer

An effective director should be able to communicate his or her vision of a program, understand the capabilities of video equipment, and direct the cameras during the production. Therefore, all of the choices A, B and C are correct.

Question 3

Varying shot sizes and camera viewpoints, and moving the subject and/or the camera are techniques that directors use to&#10;A) focus viewer attention&#10;B) keep the crew busy&#10;C) communicate with engineers&#10;D) revise the script

Accepted Answer

Varying shot sizes and camera viewpoints, and moving the subject and/or camera are all techniques used by directors to focus viewer attention. They are used to highlight certain aspects of a scene, emphasize emotions or actions, and create a particular mood or atmosphere.

Question 4

During a production, a director must be able to communicate with&#10;A) only the producer of the program&#10;B) a wide variety of production personnel&#10;C) the general manager of the station&#10;D) only the talent

Accepted Answer

A director must communicate with a wide variety of production personnel such as camera operators, lighting technicians, sound engineers, stagehands, and more. Without effective communication, the production cannot run smoothly, and the end product will suffer. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 5

One of the visual skills that a director must exercise is the ability to select the appropriate shots&#10;A) to distract the viewer&#10;B) to make talent look good&#10;C) to guide a viewer through a scene&#10;D) to make the audio mixer more comfortable

Accepted Answer

The purpose of selecting appropriate shots is to guide the viewer through a scene. Shots are chosen based on their visual storytelling value and how they contribute to the overall narrative. It is not the director's role to distract the viewer, make talent look good, or make the audio mixer more comfortable.

Question 6

Directors use visual variety to help maintain viewer interest by&#10;A) only using shots with the same size and angle&#10;B) repeating the same shot&#10;C) never using the same shot twice&#10;D) variations in pace, tempo, and emphasis

Accepted Answer

Directors use visual variety by incorporating variations in pace, tempo, and emphasis. By doing this, they can help maintain viewer interest and prevent the film or show from becoming monotonous. Using only one type of shot with the same size and angle or repeating the same shot can quickly bore the viewers, so it's essential to incorporate variety in the visuals. However, using different types of shots and angles can lead to a lot of visual disorientation, so the effective use of pace, tempo, and emphasis is key.

Question 7

Directors use these techniques to focus viewers' attention on a specific area of a shot&#10;A) focus&#10;B) brightness&#10;C) motion&#10;D) dominant figures&#10;E) all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above techniques can be used to focus viewers' attention on a specific area of a shot. By adjusting the focus, brightness, and motion, or prominently featuring dominant figures, directors can guide the audience's gaze towards a particular element of the frame.

Question 8

Why do directors generally take shots in the most convenient, rational order?&#10;A) it takes more time&#10;B) it's less efficient&#10;C) it costs more money&#10;D) it's more efficient

Accepted Answer

Directors generally take shots in the most convenient, rational order because it's more efficient. This helps to save time, reduce production costs, and ensure that the final product is as cohesive and well-organized as possible. This is why most professional film and television productions carefully plan out their shooting schedules in advance, so that they can maximize efficiency and minimize any unnecessary delays or expenses.

Question 9

Multiple camera production allows a director to&#10;A) instantly cut between cameras&#10;B) see several camera viewpoints at the same time&#10;C) spend less time in production&#10;D) none of the above&#10;E) a and b

Accepted Answer

Multiple camera production allows a director to instantly cut between cameras and see several camera viewpoints at the same time, which can provide more options and flexibility in post-production editing. It does not necessarily result in spending less time in production, but it can ultimately save time in post-production.

Question 10

When working with talent, an effective director will strive to&#10;A) put talent at ease&#10;B) give talent clear instructions&#10;C) be aware of the time limits&#10;D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

The best choice is D, as an effective director will strive to put talent at ease, give them clear instructions, and be aware of the time limits. All of these factors are necessary for a successful performance and production.

Deck 6: Directing