Principles of A/V Technology - Fall Semester Exam

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What is Adobe Illustrator used for?

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Creating logos, icons, drawings, typography, and illustrations

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What is the difference between vector graphics and raster graphics?

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Vector graphics are based on mathematical equations to create shapes and lines, while raster graphics are made up of pixels.

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How can you create a new document in Adobe Illustrator?

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File > New

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Explain the process of creating a simple vector shape using the shape builder tool.

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Select the shape builder tool from the toolbar, then click and drag to combine or subtract shapes.

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What are the different types of gradients available in Adobe Illustrator?

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Linear, Radial, Angle, Reflect, and Diamond

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What is the purpose of the shape builder tool in Adobe Illustrator?

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To combine, edit, and fill shapes to create complex shapes and designs

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Explain the difference between the pathfinder tool and the shape builder tool in Adobe Illustrator.

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The Pathfinder tool allows users to combine, subtract, and divide shapes, while the Shape Builder tool allows users to merge and subtract shapes by simply dragging across them.

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What are anchor points and how are they used in Adobe Illustrator?

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Anchor points are used to define the shape of a path and are manipulated to adjust the path in Adobe Illustrator.

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How can you align objects in Adobe Illustrator?

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Use the Align panel or Control panel

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Explain the process of creating a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator.

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To create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator, select the object to be masked and the shape to be used as the mask. Then, go to Object > Clipping Mask > Make.