Exploring Sound in Film and TV

Which of the following is the primary device used to capture dialogue on a film set?

• Lavalier microphone

• Boom microphone

• Shotgun microphone

• Parabolic microphone

Which of the following best describes 'wild track' in film sound recording?

• Sound effects recorded in a studio

• Dialogue recorded without cameras rolling

• Music recorded live on set

• Ambient sound recorded during post-production

What is the main purpose of a clapperboard in film and TV production?

• To mark the start of a scene visually

• To synchronise audio and video

• To direct actors

• To measure sound levels

Which of the following is NOT a common type of microphone polar pattern used in film and TV?

• Cardioid

• Omnidirectional

• Hypercardioid

• Hexagonal

What is ADR in the context of film sound?

• Audio Dynamic Range

• Automated Dialogue Replacement

• Audio Delay Reverb

• Analogue Digital Recorder

Which unit is commonly used to measure sound pressure level on set?

• Decibels (dB)

• Hertz (Hz)

• Watts (W)

• Ounces (oz)

What is the main function of a windscreen (or 'dead cat') on a microphone?

• To amplify sound

• To reduce wind noise

• To increase bass response

• To synchronise audio

Which of the following best describes 'room tone'?

• The sound of dialogue in a room

• The unique ambient sound of a location

• The echo in a large hall

• The music played in a scene

Which of the following is a common problem when recording sound outdoors?

• Echo

• Wind noise

• Electrical interference from lights

• Overheating microphones

What does the term 'sync sound' refer to in film production?

• Sound recorded separately from the image

• Sound recorded in perfect synchronisation with the image

• Sound effects added in post-production

• Music composed for the film