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AAVP: Sem 1 Exam - Modified

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Broadcast News Matching - Part 1
a.
establishing shot
k.
lead
b.
teleprompter
l.
Standard out cue (SOC)
c.
over the shoulder shot
m.
Voice over/sound on tape (VO/SOT)
d.
bump/tease
n.
elements
e.
Voice over (VO)
o.
man-on-the-street (MOS)
f.
intro
p.
sound bite
g.
reporter
q.
Close-up
h.
package
r.
B-roll
i.
control room
s.
natural sound
j.
script
t.
OUT
 

 1. 

the sound, other than a reporter of interview subject's voice, recorded while video is being shot
 

 2. 

This is a wide shot used to show where an interview, scene, or event is taking place.
 

 3. 

indicates the last few words of the source's quote, ending the sound bite
 

 4. 

Video segment that shows a source speaking. Generally they should not be more than :15.
 

 5. 

This is an anchor's voice over video images followed with a sound bite.
 

 6. 

"stay-tuned" teaser before a commercial, to entice viewers to continue watching the broadcast for stories that will follow the break
 

 7. 

A shot where the face of an actor lls the frame
 

 8. 

This is the written version of a video news report. In most newsrooms the script is split down the middle of the page with the left side giving video instructions and the right side showing the words and sounds you will see in the video.
 

 9. 

Video terminal that displays the script for the anchor to read. It helps give the appearance that the anchor is telling you the news like a friend.
 

 10. 

Anchor or reporter read copy preceding a television news package.
 

 11. 

The first sentence of a story. In television, if the story is presented as a package, the lead is often called the anchor lead and includes an introduction of the reporter. All story leads should be written with the goal of attracting viewer attention. It's also the FIRST story in a newscast
 

 12. 

this is the person who is chiefly responsible for gathering information for a story and then writing the script. The reporter's voice is used to narrate the report and often the reporter will appear on camera, which is called a stand up.
 

 13. 

when a camera shoots over a reporter's shoulder; it may or may not actually show the shoulder; gives the viewer the sense that they are involved in the interview and perspective
 

 14. 

These are the different things that it takes to make up a news package, i.e. - video, music, natural sound (NAT), interviews (SOT), and voiceovers (VOs).
 

 15. 

a room adjacent to the studio in which the director, the audio engineer and the producer put on a newscast and various production functions. This is the place that works together to put the newscast on every day
 

 16. 

a series of interviews of a cross-section of people generally found in public places; goal is to gather a representative sample of opinions on a certain subject; known as POS(person on street)
 

 17. 

Supporting video that is used to cover a reporter's narration in a news story. Extra footage shot to support an existing scene.
 

 18. 

This is when an anchor's voice is heard over video. The words and images should coincide. Narration that does not correspond to someone speaking in the scene
 

 19. 

This is a complete edited story from a reporter. It is usually two minutes or less in length. The story includes narration, visual images, graphics and interviews with sources.
 

 20. 

Reporter's sign-off comments at the end of the Package. For example: "This is Angela Hill for WWL-TV.”
 
 
Broadcast News Matching - Part 2
a.
Effective communication
k.
Reshoots
b.
Investigative style
l.
Cutaway
c.
Shotgun mic
m.
Title-safe zone
d.
Main respondent
n.
Editor
e.
Talking head
o.
Work ethic
f.
Lavalier
p.
Credits
g.
Talking head shot
q.
Writer
h.
Producer
r.
Leader
i.
Viewnder
s.
Message
j.
Deliverable
 

 21. 

A product, or segment of a product, that can be provided to an employer, client, or the public, usually as specied by a contract. Typically, the nished version of the project.
 

 22. 

A style of News Reporting where the structure of the project depends on the truths unearthed by it.
 

 23. 

The ability to show respect to everyone around you while you perform your responsibilities as best you can. Also called professionalism.
 

 24. 

A list of the cast and crew positions in a media piece and who held those roles.
 

 25. 

A display that allows the camera operator to determine the limits or edges of what is in the shot.
 

 26. 

The day-to-day manager of a media production, responsible for making sure  everyone else is doing their job.
 

 27. 

A type of manager who knows how to use available resources to help others  achieve their goals.
 

 28. 

The story a media content creator wants to tell.
 

 29. 

The original creator of a story or project. The writer visualizes the plot and  theme, and creates the characters, visual descriptions, and dialogue.
 

 30. 

Communication in which the receiver interprets the message the way the sender intended.
 

 31. 

The area in the frame where all text and graphics should be contained.  Usually 10% in from each edge of the frame.
 

 32. 

The primary subject in an interview.
 

 33. 

During postproduction, the reshooting of a scene when some fundamental  element does not work.
 

 34. 

The crew member primarily in charge of cutting the media project together, nding the best takes in the footage, creating cohesive and coherent scenes, and creating rhythm as needed.
 

 35. 

A microphone with a long, cylindrical shape that is placed on a mount with a  handle similar to that of a rearm.
 

 36. 

a television personality or person who appears in interviews
 

 37. 

A wireless body mic that can be clipped directly on the talent
 

 38. 

A medium shot or MCU in which the subject looks slightly off-axis to the camera. Usually used for interviews. Also called an interview shot
 

 39. 

A shot other than the main action that is inserted into a scene.
 
 
Film Produciton Roles
Match the film production job titles with their descriptions.
a.
Producer
g.
Actors
b.
Director
h.
Music Supervisor
c.
Screenwriter
i.
Camera Operator
d.
Production Designer
j.
Boom Operator
e.
Cinematographer
k.
Production Sound Mixer
f.
Editor
 

 40. 

provides dialogue for the actors as well as shapes the sequence of events in a film to ensure that one scene transitions to the next so that the story will unfold logically and in an interesting way.
 

 41. 

the one holding the microphone on the pole wearing headphones in order to get the microphone as close to the action as possible, without the equipment or its shadows showing up on camera
 

 42. 

Shortly after shooting begins, the this person begins to organize the footage and arranges individual shots into one continuous sequence. This person's choices about which shots to use, and the order in which to place them, have a profound effect on the appearance of the final film.
 

 43. 

This person is essentially the group leader and is responsible for managing the production from start to finish. Develops the project from the initial idea, makes sure the script is finalized, arranges the financing and manages the production team that makes the film.
 

 44. 

Responsible for portraying the characters in a film, thes people work closely with the director and cinematographer. 
 

 45. 

is responsible for capturing the script on film or video and must pay attention to lighting and the camera's technical capabilities. Achieves the director’s vision through choice of lighting, film stock and careful manipulation of the camera.
 

 46. 

makes sure all audio tracks are recording properly and takes all the audio inputs generated by the filming process and records them to flash media cards. They’ll then place mics on each actor or character and record them on separate channels, giving them the ability to adjust the audio levels of each mic individually.
 

 47. 

operates the camera for film productions to meet the vision of the director to capture scenes on film.
 

 48. 

Before one inch of film is shot, this person is the first artist to translate the script into visual form. He or she creates a series of storyboards that serve as the film's first draft.
 

 49. 

Selects the appropriate music for the film to intensify the story for the audience.
 

 50. 

is primarily responsible for overseeing the shooting and assembly of a film. 
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 
 
Perspectives
 

 51. 

What is the the 180 degree rule?
a.
An imaginary line called the axis connects the characters and by keeping the camera on one side of this axis for every shot in the scene.
b.
enables the audience to visually connect with unseen movement happening around and behind the immediate subject and is important to the narration of battle scenes.
c.
a basic guideline regarding the on-screen spatial relationship between a character and another character or object within a scene.
d.
All of the above
 

 52. 

Is a shot that changes the point of view, by repositioning the camera to show things from the perspective of the actors.
a.
Point-of-view shots (POV)
c.
Flat shot
b.
Reaction shot
d.
Over the shoulder (OTS)
 

 53. 

Titles and text are usually kept within the  ________ to make sure they can be seen in their entirety.
a.
Title Safe Area
c.
Margins
b.
Recording designation
 

 54. 

What is Ambient sound?
a.
Sound effects added in editing
b.
on-camera dialog
c.
the background sounds that come from the environment you shoot in, such as birds chirping, cars going past, hum from fluorescent lights, etc
 

 55. 

__________ is any video that isn’t the main action; that illustrates or shows examples. You might think of it as Background-roll.
a.
Example Roll
c.
Secondary Shot
b.
B-roll
 

 56. 

What is a Voice over (VO)?
a.
Sound effects added in editing
b.
voice narration added during editing
c.
Music that you might add to your sound track during editing
 

 57. 

Is a shot that is a type of POV shot. It is often used when it is impractical for the camera to be in the same position as the person whose point of view you are showing. It’s also used a lot when depicting a conversation between two people.
a.
Low angle
c.
Over the shoulder (OTS)
b.
High angle
d.
Flat shot
 

 58. 

Is a shot that shows the reaction to something that just occurred in your scene.
a.
Low angle
c.
High angle
b.
Point-of-view shots (POV)
d.
Reaction shot
 

 59. 

The assembly of shots and the portrayal of action or ideas through the use of many short shots.
a.
Montage
c.
Collection
b.
Collage
 

 60. 

The professional approach to lighting that utilizes the use of three light sources that allow you to adjust the direction, pattern and intensity of each source. Often used with a green screen.
a.
Three Point Lighting
c.
Tri point Lighting
b.
Green Screen Lighting
 

 61. 

Is a shot that occurs when the camera is lowered to a position below the height of the subject.
a.
Low angle
c.
Reaction shot
b.
Flat shot
d.
High angle
 
 
News Broadcasting
 

 62. 

The list of camera setups used for recording a scene is called a:
a.
recording guide
c.
shot list
b.
production list
 

 63. 

During an interview, why should you ask your subject to include the question you ask in their answer?
a.
It is never a good idea to have the subject include the question in their response.
b.
They will most likely not want to answer the question directly.
c.
If you ask a yes or no question, you have a better chance of capturing a useful sound bite.
 

 64. 

One advantage to shooting with two cameras is the opportunity for ________ to cover up any awkward cuts or audio flubs.
a.
editors
c.
B-roll
b.
dialogue
 

 65. 

The three points of lighting for interviews are:
a.
key light, natural light, outdoor light
b.
fill light, back light, key light
c.
production light, back stage light, front stage light
 

 66. 

Professionals who take into account the needs of their viewers, readers, and listeners are taking what type of approach?
a.
visionary approach
c.
production-centered approach
b.
audience-centered approach
 

 67. 

What is true of a clapboard, or slate?
a.
It is a visual label used in the editing process.
b.
It is available as a mobile app.
c.
It is used to synchronize picture and sound.
d.
all of the above
 

 68. 

Leaning against a wall or placing your elbows on a table are both methods to achieve what?
a.
stabilization
c.
a well-lit shot
b.
the best audio
 
 
Adobe Premiere Pro
 

 69. 

What is an important consideration for an audio script?
a.
It should be written in language and cadence used for speaking.
b.
Narration and interviews should be identified and labeled appropriately.
c.
It should begin with an introduction and end with a closing.
d.
all of the above
 

 70. 

In Adobe Premiere Pro, If a graphic is placed on the upper video track and a video is placed on the video track below it, the graphic will appear in front of the video.
a.
True
b.
False
 

 71. 

To automatically create a sequence that matches your media, you drag and drop a clip in the Project panel onto which button in Premiere Pro?
a.
New Item menu button
b.
You can't create a sequence that matches your media.
c.
Mix format button
 

 72. 

If you delete a clip in the Project panel that is already in a sequence, the clip will remain in the sequence.
a.
False
b.
True
 

 73. 

An important distinction between bins in Premiere Pro and folders on your hard drive is that bins exist only inside your Premiere Pro project file and won't appear as individual folders on your hard drive.
a.
False
b.
True
 
 
Camera Movement
 

 74. 

The shot is created by shooting while moving in a semicircle around your subject
a.
Dollying
c.
Arc
b.
Tilt
d.
Tracking
 

 75. 

Is probably the most overused shot of lazy or novice videographers.
a.
Zooming
c.
Dollying
b.
Reframing
 

 76. 

What is true after bringing up the ISO, or gain, on your camera?
a.
Less image noise occurs as a result.
b.
You can capture a brighter image in low light.
c.
The camera shuts off in low light.
 

 77. 

What does DSLR camera stand for?
a.
digital short-lens reflex camera
c.
digital single-lens reflex camera
b.
dark shot-lens recovery camera
 

 78. 

What are the three factors involved in controlling the exposure of the image?
a.
shutter speed, light, focus
c.
iris, shutter speed, gain
b.
sensor, gain, speed
 

 79. 

What style of lighting has moderate contrast and is used most often in dramas?
a.
high-key lighting
c.
available lighting
b.
studio lighting
 

 80. 

Which microphone is useful for its unidirectional pickup pattern, picking up sound from a single direction?
a.
shotgun mic
c.
lavalier mic
b.
body mic
d.
all of the above
 

 81. 

Fast pans and zooms are common techniques that should be used regularly in your camera work.
a.
True
b.
False
 

 82. 

A lens with a longer focal length than a normal lens produces the following result:
a.
distortion at the edge of the frame
b.
There is no change when compared to the normal lens.
c.
less background is shown
 

 83. 

Which shots are used most frequently for dialogue-heavy scenes?
a.
two-shot
c.
close-up
b.
medium shot
 

 84. 

In the three-act structure, what is the term used to describe the moment when the main character accepts the challenge of achieving a goal?
a.
first act break
c.
second act start
b.
second act break
 

 85. 

Which type of shot involves shooting twice as many frames or more per second and then playing back the footage at normal speed?
a.
fast-motion shot
c.
slow-motion shot
b.
slow disclosure shot
 



 
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