BBC 6': The Art of Subtitling

What is the main topic discussed by Neil and Beth in the dialogue?

• The importance of subtitles

• The art of cooking

• The history of television

• The future of movies

Fill in the blank: Subtitles are crucial for people who are ______ or hard of hearing.

• deaf

• blind

• tall

• young

Who is the subtitler mentioned in the dialogue?

• Karli Witkowska

• Neil

• Beth

• Spiderman

Fill in the blank: Subtitles are not only for dialogue but also describe ______.

• sounds

• colors

• emotions

• weather

What was the funny subtitle mistake mentioned in the dialogue?

• We can’t allow Spiderman to become prime minister

• We can’t allow Superman to become prime minister

• We can’t allow Batman to become prime minister

What is one of the benefits of translated subtitles in foreign films?

• They help with learning languages

• They make films more exciting

• They reduce the need for sound

• They are only for deaf audiences.

Subtitles started as an accessibility feature for ______ audiences.

• hearing

• foreign

• deaf

• young

What genre of film is associated with creaking stairs and sudden screams?

• Comedy

• Thriller

• Romance

• Documentary

What does the adjective 'gobsmacked' mean?

• Happy

• Angry

• Surprised

• Sad

What is the purpose of using very descriptive words in subtitles?

• To confuse the audience

• To create an idea of what a sound is like

• To make the film longer

• To reduce the need for actors.