Exploring Documentaries

What is a documentary?

• A documentary is a live performance of a play or musical.

• A documentary is a non-fiction film or television program that presents factual information about a subject.

• A documentary is a type of animated film for children.

• A documentary is a fictional story told through dramatization.

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How do documentaries differ from narrative films?

• Documentaries are typically longer than narrative films and have no specific structure.

• Documentaries are always animated, while narrative films are live-action.

• Documentaries focus solely on fictional characters, while narrative films present real events.

• Documentaries present factual content about reality, while narrative films tell fictional stories.

What is the primary purpose of a documentary?

• To inform and educate the audience about real events, people, or issues.

• To promote a specific product or service.

• To provide a platform for artistic expression without factual basis.

• To entertain the audience with fictional stories.

Can documentaries cover fictional stories?

• Yes, but only if they are animated.

• No, documentaries can only cover real events.

• No, fictional stories are not allowed in documentaries.

• Yes, but typically only in a dramatized or illustrative context.

What types of subjects can documentaries focus on?

• Fashion trends

• Nature, history, science, social issues, politics, culture, art, personal stories.

• Mathematics

• Cooking techniques

What is one common style used in documentaries?

• Experimental style

• Narrative style

• Dramatization style

• Interview style

Do documentaries aim to entertain?

• Documentaries only aim to inform.

• Yes, documentaries can aim to entertain.

• Documentaries are never entertaining.

• Documentaries focus solely on education.

What is often included in a documentary to present information?

• Fictional narratives

• Interviews, archival footage, narration, and statistics

• Live performances

• Personal anecdotes

Are documentaries typically fictional or non-fictional?

• Animated

• Fictional

• Dramatized

• Non-fictional

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What is one reason filmmakers create documentaries?

• To inform and educate audiences.

• To promote a specific product or service.

• To create a platform for artistic expression.

• To entertain audiences with fictional stories.

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