Basic Theatre Lighting Terminology Quiz 1

What is the characteristic of a color that defines its position on the color spectrum, such as red, blue, or yellow?

• Intensity

• Hue

• Diffusion

• Gel

The brightness of a light source, typically measured in lumens or foot-candles, is known as ______.

• Hue

• Intensity

• Wash

• Spotlight

Measured in Kelvin (K), what describes the warmth or coolness of a light source?

• Color Temperature

• Gel

• Lighting Cue

• Diffusion

A lighting effect that provides an even, broad illumination across an area is called ______.

• Wash

• Spotlight

• Light Layering/Mixing

• Intensity

The technique of using multiple light sources with varying intensity, color, and direction is known as:

• Diffusion

• Light Layering/Mixing

• Gel

• Hue

What is the process of softening the light output by using materials that scatter light?

• Gel

• Diffusion

• Wash

• Lighting Cue

A specific moment in a performance where lighting changes occur, often marked by scripted instruction, is known as:

• Lighting Cue

• Diffusion

• Wash

• Color Temperature

A focused beam of light that illuminates a specific area or actor on stage is called ______.

• Spotlight

• Wash

• Intensity

• Gel

What is a floodlight?

• A) A type of lighting fixture that produces a narrow beam of light

• B) A type of lighting fixture that produces a broad, even beam of light

• C) A type of lighting fixture used for decorative purposes

• D) A type of lighting fixture used for heating purposes.

Floodlights are typically used to illuminate ______.

• small objects

• large areas of the stage or set

• underwater scenes

• indoor plants