Video and Photography Quiz #4

What does the following symbol

indicate on a camera?

• infinity focus

• focal plane

• aperture

• lens mount

What is the function of a “bounce” in lighting?

• To reflect light onto the subject, creating a softer fill

• To intensify the light output of the key light

• To reduce the overall lighting ratio

• To block out any spill from the background

In a cinematic lighting setup, what is practical lighting?

• Lighting that is applied after filming in post-production

• Lighting that is solely used to highlight props

• A light source that illuminates only the background

• • Lighting that comes from visible sources within the scene, like lamps or candles

What is “Rembrandt lighting” known for in portrait photography and cinematography?

• Even lighting across the subject’s face

• Creating a triangle of light on one cheek

• Harsh shadows directly under the chin

• Eliminating shadows completely

When would you use a diffusion panel in a lighting setup?

• To add intensity to the light source

• To focus the light into a narrow beam

• To soften the light and reduce harsh shadows

• To block light entirely

What is a lighting ratio?

• The intensity difference between the key light and fill light

• • The amount of light needed for proper exposure

• The ratio of natural to artificial light

• The number of lights used in a setup

What does it mean to “flag” a light in a production setting?

• • To raise the intensity of the light

• • To adjust the angle of the light

• To block or shape light to control spill

• To add a colored gel to the light

In portrait lighting, what does “butterfly lighting” refer to?

• A light positioned directly above the subject's head

• A light that creates shadows on both sides of the face

• A light that creates a small shadow under the nose, resembling a butterfly

• A backlight used to highlight the hair

What is the primary purpose of the key light in a three-point lighting setup?

• • To illuminate the background

• To add a sense of depth

• To soften shadows

• To provide the main source of light on the subject

What is the effect of using a high contrast lighting setup on a subject’s face?

• It creates an evenly lit look

• It emphasizes shadows and highlights, adding drama

• It makes the subject appear softer

• It neutralizes all shadows