Lighting Terminology Quiz

Which lighting term is described as "the brightest, most important light in the room"?

• Key Light

• Fill Light

• Back Light

• Kicker Light

Which lighting term helps "smooth out those harsh shadows"?

• Back Light

• Fill Light

• Silhouette Lighting

• Paparazzi Lighting

Which lighting term is known for creating "a triangle of light on your cheek in cinematic shots"?

• Rembrandt Lighting

• Bounce Board

• Catchlight

• Practical Light

Which lighting term is described as "a classic lighting style with a triangle of light on the cheek opposite the key light"?

• Loop Lighting

• Rembrandt Lighting

• Silhouette

• Ambient Light

What is the natural or existing light in a scene before any additional lighting is added?

• Ambient Light

• Softbox

• White Balance

• Color Gel

Which lighting term is a "bright, focused light that creates sharp shadows"?

• Hard Light

• Diffusion

• Softbox

• Kicker Light

A director wants soft, glowing light for a beauty commercial. What should they use?

• Hard Light

• Softbox

• Backlight

A cinematographer wants a super dramatic look for a villain’s close-up. What lighting style should they use?

• High Key Lighting

• Silhouette Lighting

• Flat Lighting

A horror movie director wants a spooky effect, making shadows appear larger. Where should the light be placed?

• Above the actor

• Under the actor’s face

• Behind the actor

A superhero movie needs a scene where the hero looks powerful. Which lighting setup should be used?

• Broad Lighting

• Split Lighting

• Loop Lighting