Cinematic Shots Quiz
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What type of shot captures a subject from the waist up, commonly used for dialogue scenes?

  • Medium Shot (correct)
  • Close-Up Shot
  • Long Shot
  • Extreme Close-Up Shot

    • Which camera movement involves physically moving the camera towards or away from the subject?

  • Pan
  • Tilt
  • Zoom
  • Dolly/Tracking (correct)

    • What does a high angle camera shot typically aim to achieve?

  • Make the subject appear more powerful or dominant
  • Make the subject appear smaller or weaker (correct)
  • Show the overall setting of a scene
  • Create the effect of the audience being on the same level as the subject

    • What is the purpose of an establishing shot in a scene?

    <p>Show the overall setting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'Cut' in film terminology?

    <p>An abrupt, but usually trivial film transition from one sequence to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Low Key Lighting' characterized by?

    <p>Darkness and shadows, often used to create suspense or suspicion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Diegetic Sound' in film?

    <p>Sound that originates from within the world of the film</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Flashback' in film terminology?

    <p>A scene that interrupts the present action of the plot to show events that happened at an earlier time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Cross-Cutting' in film?

    <p>Cutting between different sets of action that can be occurring simultaneously or at different times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Front/Back Lighting' used for in film?

    <p>Lighting a subject from the front or back, typically to create certain moods or effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an 'Eye-Line Match' in film editing?

    <p>A film editing technique associated with the continuity editing system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Non-Diegetic Sound' in film?

    <p>Sound that does not originate from within the world of the film</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of shot shows the entire object or human figure and is usually intended to place it in some relation to its surroundings?

    <p>Long Shot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which camera movement involves physically moving the camera and its mount towards or away from the subject?

    <p>Dolly/Tracking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an establishing shot in a scene?

    <p>To show the overall setting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a high angle camera shot often aim to achieve?

    <p>To make the subject appear smaller or weaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Low Angle' in film terminology?

    <p>The camera looks down at the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Tilt' in terms of camera movement?

    <p>Vertical movement of the camera up or down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a two-shot in film?

    <p>To feature two characters, typically framing them equally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Wipe' in film terminology?

    <p>A transition where one shot replaces another by travelling from one side of the frame to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Shot-Reverse-Shot' in film technique?

    <p>A film technique where one character is shown looking at another character, and then the other character is shown looking back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'High Key Lighting' used for in film?

    <p>A lighting scheme in which the light is diffused and even, often used in comedies and musicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Front/Back Lighting' typically aim to achieve in film?

    <p>Lighting a subject from the front or back, typically to create certain moods or effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Cross-Cutting' in film terminology?

    <p>Cutting between different sets of action that can be occurring simultaneously or at different times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Dissolve' in film terminology?

    <p>A gradual transition from one image to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Low Key Lighting' characterized by in film?

    <p>Characterized by darkness and shadows, often used to create suspense or suspicion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Diegetic Sound' in film?

    <p>Sound that originates from within the world of the film</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Camera Shots and Movements

    • A Medium Shot captures subjects from the waist up, often used in dialogue scenes.
    • Dolly movement involves physically moving the camera towards or away from the subject.
    • A High Angle Shot often portrays the subject as vulnerable or weaker, giving the audience a sense of superiority.
    • An Establishing Shot sets the scene, providing context by showing the location or environment relevant to the narrative.
    • A Wide Shot displays the entire object or human figure, establishing its relationship with the surroundings.

    Film Techniques

    • A Cut refers to an abrupt transition from one shot to another.
    • Cross-Cutting is a technique that alternates between two or more scenes occurring simultaneously but in different locations.
    • Shot-Reverse-Shot is a common editing technique that alternates between two characters, typically during conversations.
    • A Wipe transitions from one shot to another, where one scene pushes the previous scene off the screen.
    • A Dissolve gradually transitions from one image to another, blending the visuals over time.

    Lighting and Sound

    • Low Key Lighting features strong contrasts, creating shadows and a moody atmosphere.
    • High Key Lighting uses bright, even light to reduce shadows, typically conveying a cheerful mood.
    • Diegetic Sound originates from the film’s world, such as dialogue or ambient noise, heard by the characters.
    • Non-Diegetic Sound is external to the film's narrative, like a film score, which only the audience hears.

    Editing Techniques

    • Eye-Line Match aligns a shot of a subject looking at something with a shot of what they are viewing, creating a visual connection.
    • Tilt involves moving the camera lens up or down while keeping its base stationary, changing the viewer’s perspective.
    • A Two-Shot features two characters in the same frame, highlighting their relationship and interactions.
    • Front/Back Lighting focuses light on a subject either from the front or behind, creating depth and mood.

    Narrative Techniques

    • A Flashback revisits past events within the narrative, providing context or backstory to the current storyline.
    • Low Angle shots position the camera below the subject, making them appear larger, more powerful, or more intimidating.

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    Test your knowledge of film terminology with this quiz on different types of shots used in cinematography. From establishing shots to long shots, challenge yourself to identify and understand the various techniques used to capture scenes in movies.

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