Basic Computer Animation Exam - PRELIM

What is computer animation?

• Creating websites using code

• Drawing characters on paper

• Creating moving images using computer software

• Recording live action videos

Which industry was among the first to adopt computer animation widely?

• Agriculture

• Entertainment

• Banking

• Transportation

Which of the following is a main advantage of computer animation?

• It is always hand-drawn

• It requires no planning

• It reduces production time and allows more control

• It cannot be edited once completed

What was the first fully computer-animated feature film?

• Shrek

• Toy Story

• Frozen

• The Lion King

What element makes still images appear to move in animation?

• Bright colors

• Music and voiceovers

• Rapid display of slightly changing images

• High-resolution cameras

What is the main goal of the 12 principles of animation?

• To create realistic motion and appealing characters

• To simplify drawing skills

• To speed up rendering

• To remove keyframes

Which principle adds realism by showing weight and flexibility?

• Arcs

• Staging

• Squash and Stretch

• Secondary Action

What does the principle of 'Anticipation' do?

• Adds humor to the animation

• Shows reactions only

• Prepares the audience for an upcoming action

• Speeds up character movement

Which principle refers to adding extra movement that supports the main action?

• Appeal

• Timing

• Arcs

• Secondary Action

What does 'Pose to Pose' animation involve?

• Drawing straight from beginning to end

• Drawing the main poses first, then filling in between

• Filming real actors

• Creating only still images