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WorksheetsFilm Studies: Test Review
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A shot is:
a single continuous recording made by a camera
a type of camera lens
a film editing technique
a sound effect in a movie
When you “shoot” a film with a movie camera, what happens to the film?
Film runs through the camera and past the lens.
Film is instantly developed inside the camera.
Film is projected onto a screen immediately.
Film is erased and reused for the next scene.
A shot refers to one ________ piece of film that is run through the camera.
uninterrupted
edited
broken
spliced
Hundreds of shots are ________ together to make a finished film.
edited
painted
written
sung
What is a take?
A take is a single recording of a shot.
A take is a type of camera lens.
A take is a film editing technique.
A take is a lighting setup.
A take is a ______ recording of a shot.
single
multiple
continuous
random
Typically, how many takes will be filmed of each shot?
One
Many
None
Two
Later, the editor will choose the best take of each shot and assemble these into the final film.
True
False
Hundreds of hours of takes are filmed and then thrown away.
True
False
What information does the 'TAKE' section on the clapperboard provide?
The 'TAKE' section on the clapperboard provides the number of the current take being filmed.
The 'TAKE' section on the clapperboard provides the name of the director.
The 'TAKE' section on the clapperboard provides the date of filming.
The 'TAKE' section on the clapperboard provides the location of the shoot.
What is a scene?
A scene is the action that takes place in a single location and in continuous time.
A scene is a type of camera used in filmmaking.
A scene is a list of characters in a play.
A scene is the background music in a movie.
A film is made up of many ________.
scenes
pages
songs
chapters
Usually, several shots make up a ________. It is unusual for a ________ to contain no edits.
scene
frame
cut
sequence
In composing shots, the filmmaker can vary the apparent distance between the camera and the subject (person or object) he or she is ________.
filming
lighting
editing
recording
How can a filmmaker make the subject appear closer in a shot?
By moving the camera farther away
By using a lens that makes the subject appear closer
By turning off the camera
By using less light
Typically, the closer the object appears, the more _______ it has for the audience.
importance
distance
color
weight
What is the term used to describe the apparent distance between the camera and the subject in filmmaking?
Shot scale
Shot angle
Shot speed
Shot color
What is one of the five basic types of camera shots?
extreme close up
wide angle lens
panorama filter
macro flash
What is one of the five basic types of camera shots?
close up
wide angle
panorama
fish eye
What is one of the five basic types of camera shots?
medium shot
tripod pan
color filter
lens cap
What is one of the five basic types of camera shots?
long shot
macro lens
tripod mount
flash sync
What is one of the five basic types of camera shots?
extreme long shot
macro focus
fish-eye view
overhead drone angle
An extreme close-up might have which impact on the audience?
It can intensify the audience's emotional connection to the subject.
It can make the scene appear less dramatic.
It can distract the audience from the main subject.
It can reduce the importance of the subject.
Which film is shown in the extreme close-up of a shoe?
The Blair Witch Project, 1999
Do the Right Thing, 1989
Inception, 2010
The Godfather, 1972
Which film is shown in the extreme close-up of a person's face?
The Blair Witch Project, 1999
Do the Right Thing, 1989
Inception, 2010
The Godfather, 1972
A close-up might be used to:
Show detailed emotions and create a strong impact on the audience.
Display the entire setting of a scene.
Emphasize background action rather than characters.
Make the audience feel distant from the subject.
Medium Shot: Medium distance. If of an actor, it’s from the waist up. A medium shot might be used to:
Show both the actor’s expressions and some background context
Focus only on the actor’s facial expressions
Capture a wide landscape scene
Emphasize small details like a close-up
What does a full shot show in film?
Only the character's face
The entire human body, head to toe
Only the background
Only the character's hands
Why might a full shot be used?
A full shot might be used to show more of the setting, allow you to follow a character’s movements, and is useful in dance or action sequences.
A full shot is used to focus only on a character's facial expressions.
A full shot is primarily for showing close-up details of objects.
A full shot is used to create a blurred background effect.
A full shot allows you to follow a character’s ________.
movements
thoughts
dialogues
costume
Which of the following is a use of a full shot?
To show only the character's emotions
To show more of the setting
To focus on a character's dialogue
To hide the character's actions
Which movie shown in the images is an example of a full shot?
2001: A Space Odyssey, 1968
American Gangster, 2007
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
What is a long shot in film?
A shot taken from a long distance away
A close-up of a character's face
A shot with no characters in it
A shot taken indoors
Why might a long shot be used in a film?
To emphasize the environment that a character is in.
To focus on a character's facial expressions.
To highlight a specific prop in the scene.
To create a sense of confusion for the audience.
Name one movie shown in the examples that uses a long shot.
Fort Apache, the Bronx or The Pursuit of Happyness
Inception
The Lion King
Titanic
A long shot emphasizes the environment that a character is in.
True
False
What does an extreme long shot show in a film?
A) A close-up of a character's face
B) The object or person at a vast distance surrounded by a great amount of space
C) Only the background
D) A medium shot of two people
An extreme long shot might be used to:
Show the setting or environment
Focus on facial expressions
Highlight small details
Emphasize dialogue
Fill in the blank: An extreme long shot can convey the ________ size of a setting.
enormous
tiny
average
hidden
An extreme long shot can make people seem tiny or unimportant.
True
False
Which of the following films is shown as an example of an extreme long shot in the image?
Stagecoach, 1939
Gone With the Wind, 1939
Both A and B
Neither
Emotional distance refers to:
A lack of emotional closeness or connection between people.
A physical separation between two people.
An increase in communication and understanding.
A strong emotional bond between individuals.
A 'shot' is defined as:
a single continuous recording made by a camera without interruption
a series of edited scenes
a type of camera lens
a script for actors
A 'take' is each filmed version of a particular shot.
A 'take' is each filmed version of a particular shot.
A 'take' is the final edited version of a film.
A 'take' is the script used during filming.
A 'take' is the location where filming occurs.
A 'scene' is a sequence of continuous action in a play, movie, or book, typically taking place in a single location.
A sequence of continuous action in a single location
A list of characters in a story
A summary of the entire plot
A dialogue between two characters
An extreme close up might photograph:
a person's eye
a landscape
a city skyline
a group of people
An extreme long shot might photograph:
a large landscape or setting
a close-up of a face
a small object in detail
a group of people in a room
A filmmaker might use a close up to:
show detailed emotions or reactions
capture wide landscapes
emphasize background scenery
depict fast-paced action scenes
A filmmaker might use a medium shot to:
Show both the subject and some of the background for context.
Focus only on the subject's facial expressions.
Capture only wide landscapes and scenery.
Emphasize extreme close-up details.
A filmmaker might use a long shot to:
show the setting or environment of a scene
focus on a character's facial expressions
create a sense of claustrophobia
emphasize small details
A full shot might be used for which of the following reasons?
To show the subject's entire body and surroundings
To focus closely on facial expressions
To highlight only a small detail
To create a sense of mystery by hiding information
Shot scale refers to:
the size of the subject in the frame
the speed of camera movement
the type of camera lens used
the lighting setup for a scene
What is animation? Fill in the blank:
Animation is a film that isn’t photographed from reality, but created frame by frame, either with a still camera, by hand, or with the help of a computer.
Animation is a type of live-action film that uses real actors and locations.
Animation is a documentary style of filmmaking that records real-life events as they happen.
Animation is a genre of film that only uses puppets and stop-motion techniques.
Who are animators? Fill in the blank: Animators are people who imitate the same camera techniques traditional filmmakers use when creating animated films.
Animators are people who imitate the same camera techniques traditional filmmakers use when creating animated films.
Animators are people who only draw cartoons for comic books.
Animators are people who act in live-action movies.
Animators are people who design costumes for theater plays.
Animators use the same techniques that traditional filmmakers use because:
these techniques help tell stories visually and effectively
it is required by animation software
it saves money on production costs
it makes animation easier to draw
A computer “camera” can do which of the following that a regular camera can’t?
Process and analyze images automatically
Take higher resolution photos
Work without electricity
Capture images in total darkness without any light source
What state is the city of McFarland in?
Mexicans and Mexican Americans
Salvadorans
Hondurans
a small tree
some advice, "go back home."
a plate of tamales
a community grocery store
city hall
a jr. college
How does he get Thomas Valles to join his team?
He tells him that he is already one of the fastest runners in the state.
Thomas gets in trouble; coach White gets him out of trouble if he joins the team.
His father encourages him to join the team.
He joins the team so that he can impress Julie, the coach's daughter.
Why do the kids in the film call Jim White "blanco"?
"Blanco" means coach
"Blanco" means white
"Blanco" means outsider
"Blanco" means boss
The fastest runner on the McFarland team was
What was the greatest challenge in the team's first race?
They were not used to running on such hill-covered courses
Several of the team members got injured
They arrived late and missed the start of the race
Latino athletes are not as gifted as White athletes
They work after school in a local factory.
They ask the community for donations.
They sell tamales and wash cars.
They hold a dating auction.
When Tomas told his father that he wanted to go to college, Thomas' dad was so proud that his son was going to be the first in the family able to go to college.
True
False
In the State Finals, McFarland placed
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
After the first meet, Coach White _______________.
has a nervous break down
accepts responsibility for the team's loss
tells them they will never amount to anything
quits
After Coach White is no longer an assistant football coach, he decides to coach ________________.
cross country
tennis
volleyball
hockey
Which of the following two statements did Julie make upon arriving in McFarland?
"Please tell me you took a wrong exit."
"I'm going to love it here!"
"This place is a dump."
"I don't care where we are as long as we're together!"
What is Sonny Hayes doing at the beginning of the movie before returning to F1?
Coaching at a racing school
Retired and working at a garage
Commentating on F1 races
Driving in NASCAR
Why does the Apex Grand Prix team bring Sonny Hayes back into Formula 1?
They need an experienced driver to mentor Joshua Pearce
He has the fastest lap record of all time
Their main driver was injured
He owns part of the team
How would you best describe the relationship between Sonny Hayes and Joshua Pearce at first?
Supportive and friendly
Distrustful and competitive
Indifferent and distant
Teacher and student from the beginning
What lesson does Pearce slowly learn from Sonny Hayes throughout the season?
Racing is only about money
Winning requires teamwork and maturity
He should leave F1 to find another career
Never listen to older drivers
Which of the following challenges does Sonny face when returning to F1?
Physical strain of driving again
Earning the respect of younger drivers
Balancing his comeback with mentoring
What turning point helps Hayes and Pearce finally start working together?
A dangerous crash that forces them to trust one another
Hayes quitting and then returning to the team
Pearce winning his first race without Hayes
Hayes admitting he can’t keep up
How does the film portray life in Formula 1 beyond the races?
Only as glamorous parties and fame
As a high-pressure world full of politics and sacrifice
As easy for anyone with talent
As mostly boring practice sessions
By the end of the movie, what do Hayes and Pearce represent together?
The clash of old and new generations
The combination of experience and youthful talent
The selfishness of racing culture
Two drivers who never learn to respect each other
Sonny Hayes originally retired because of a bad crash in his past.
True
False
Joshua Pearce is portrayed as humble and respectful from the start.
True
False
The Apex Grand Prix team struggles at the beginning of the season.
True
False
The movie ends with Hayes winning the championship on his own.
True
False
One of the film’s themes is that mentorship and teamwork are just as important as personal glory.
True
False
Hayes and Pearce never learn to respect each other, even by the final race.
True
False
