Checkpoint Quiz: Sound, Costume, Character

Select ALL that apply. Sound Designers are in charge of:

• Voice Overs

• Sound Effects

• Costumes

• Musical Soundtracks

Select ALL that apply. Which of the following shows and movies have musical soundtracks discussed in class?

• Granny's Journey

• Little Mermaid

• Star Wars

• Jurassic Park

Before a costume designer makes a costume, they must ____________.

• Talk to the stage manager

• Make a sketch or rendering

• Spend all of their money on fabric

Which materials can you use to make a costume?

• Bricks

• Old Clothes

• Paper

• Plastic

What is a voice over? Choose the best answer.

• A voice over is when you record in another language.

• A voice over is when an actor voices a character but we can't see their face. We only see an animated image.

• A voice over is when you project your lines.

• A voice over is when we can't see the actor's face.

Which 2 are examples of "breaking character?"

• Smiling and laughing during a happy scene

• Laughing when you're supposed to be serious

• Using your cell phone when you're rehearsing

• Eating during a scene at a restaurant

What is the difference between a prop and a set piece? Choose the BEST answer.

• A prop is an item touched by the actor, and a set piece is an item at actor sits on.

• A prop is decoration, and a set piece is an item an actor uses.

• A prop is an item an actor uses, while a set piece is decoration.

• There is no difference-props and set pieces are the same.

Why are sound effects recorded separately from actors performing in a film or tv show? Select ALL that apply.

• Sound effects are recorded separately so they can sound correct and realistic.

• Sound effects are recorded separately to give actors a break.

• Sound effects are recorded separately because they may be too quiet or loud for the microphone to pick up.

• Sound effects are recorded separately because the audience wants it that way.

Which of the following is considered a prop?

• A water bottle that no actor uses.

• A piece of bread that is not touched or eaten.

• A tree in the background.

• A sword that an actor uses in a fight scene

What do producers do?

• They handle the money.

• They direct the show.

• They make sure everyone is present