Question 1

Generally, a truly nonlinear media experience will have _____ and be interactive.
A) a joystick.
B) random access.
C) a clear hierarchy.
D) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

Random access allows the user to navigate the experience in a non-linear way, while a joystick and clear hierarchy imply a more linear structure. Interactivity is also a key characteristic of a nonlinear media experience. Therefore, the only correct option is B.

Question 2

As described in the text, a film at the movie theater is a(n) _____ experience, while surfing the DVD features of the same movie is a(n) _____ experience.
A) nonlinear; linear
B) linear; nonlinear
C) authentic; contrived
D) expensive; affordable.

Accepted Answer

Watching a film at the movie theater is a linear experience because it unfolds in a sequential, predetermined manner. In contrast, exploring DVD features allows for a nonlinear experience where the viewer can choose the order in which they access content.

Question 3

According to the text, using your TV remote is an example of
A) laziness.
B) random access.
C) primitive interactivity.
D) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

TV remote controls allow users to select channels and adjust volume, but they do not provide the advanced interactivity associated with modern technology. This limited form of interactivity is considered primitive when compared to the more advanced features of interactive technologies such as touch screens, voice recognition, and augmented reality.

Question 4

The following are all called on to create a nonlinear interactive piece, except
A) interface design.
B) hierarchies.
C) software design.
D) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are essential components in creating a nonlinear interactive piece. Therefore, none of the choices can be excluded.

Question 5

Digital media is sometimes called
A) interactive media.
B) new media.
C) multimedia.
D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

All three terms (interactive media, new media, and multimedia) are commonly used to refer to digital media, so the best choice is D - all of the above.

Question 6

The following are example of web browsers mentioned in the text, except
A) Safari.
B) Firefox.
C) Web 2.0.
D) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

The text does mention Safari and Firefox as examples of web browsers, but it does not mention "Web 2.0" as a web browser. Web 2.0 refers to a set of technologies and design principles that enable more interactive and collaborative web experiences, but it is not a specific web browser. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Question 7

What is term that is used to describe interactive text-based stories?
A) Choose-your-own-adventure novels
B) HTML
C) Flash fiction
D) Hypertext

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Which of the following programs is used to create graphics?
A) Adobe Illustrator
B) Pro Tools
C) Safari
D) FireWire

Accepted Answer

Adobe Illustrator is a program specifically designed for creating graphics, whereas Pro Tools is for audio editing, Safari is a web browser, and FireWire is a type of connector for transferring data between devices.

Question 9

Photoshop once only worked with bitmap graphics. It now works with _____ .
A) hypertext
B) jpeg images
C) vectors
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Photoshop now works with vectors, allowing for more scalable and editable design work. It also still works with bitmap graphics and can open and save jpeg images, but the addition of vector support is a significant update.

Question 10

The introduction of cascading style sheets
A) separated content from design.
B) brought more flexibility to the web.
C) both a and b.
D) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

Cascading style sheets (CSS) allowed for the separation of content from design, which brought more flexibility to the web. This means that content could be written separately from how it would look (i.e. the design), and the design could be easily changed without affecting the content. This greatly improved the efficiency and functionality of website development.

Question 11

The term nonlinear can refer to many aspects of media making, from the story to the distribution.

Accepted Answer

Nonlinear storytelling, nonlinear editing, and nonlinear distribution are all examples of how the term nonlinear can be applied in media making.

Question 12

The term interactivity describes the interplay between different parts of a media production.

Accepted Answer

Interactivity refers to the way users can engage with and influence a media production, not the interplay between its parts.

Question 13

When designing navigation for interactive media, it's helpful to think in terms of hierarchies.

Accepted Answer

Hierarchies help to organize and prioritize information in a clear and logical manner for the user to navigate through.

Question 14

Graphic designers determine how the user will interact with a program.

Accepted Answer

User experience designers and interaction designers are responsible for making decisions on how the user will interact with a program. Graphic designers are responsible for the visual aspects of a program such as creating layouts, selecting colors, and designing graphics.

Question 15

Interactive media tends to combine media forms.

Accepted Answer

Interactive media often combines various types of media, such as images, videos, sounds, and text, to create a more engaging and interactive user experience.

Question 16

Greater bandwidth has allowed users to access more media content on the Internet.

Accepted Answer

Greater bandwidth allows for faster data transmission which enables users to access more media content on the Internet.

Quiz 11: Nonlinear Structure

Generally, a truly nonlinear media experience will have _____ and be interactive.

As described in the text, a film at the movie theater is a(n) _ experience, while surfing the DVD features of the same movie is a(n) _ experience.

According to the text, using your TV remote is an example of

The following are all called on to create a nonlinear interactive piece, except

Digital media is sometimes called

The following are example of web browsers mentioned in the text, except

What is term that is used to describe interactive text-based stories?

Which of the following programs is used to create graphics?

Photoshop once only worked with bitmap graphics. It now works with _____ .

The introduction of cascading style sheets