Photography for Year 7 Art and Design: Master the Basics

Question 1

Which component of a camera captures the image?

Accepted Answer

Image sensor

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Lens

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Shutter

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Aperture

Question 2

What does the aperture in a camera control?

Accepted Answer

Amount of light entering the camera

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Focus of the image

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Shutter speed

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White balance

Question 3

Which composition technique involves dividing the frame into thirds and placing the subject at the intersections?

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Rule of thirds

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Leading lines

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Symmetry

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Asymmetrical balance

Question 4

What is the recommended shutter speed range for capturing moving subjects?

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1/500 to 1/2000 second

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1/30 to 1/125 second

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1/125 to 1/500 second

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1/2000 to 1/4000 second

Question 5

What is the most common file format for storing photographs?

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.jpg

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.png

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.gif

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.bmp

Question 6

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the depth of field in a photograph?

Accepted Answer

Shutter speed

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Aperture setting

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Distance to the subject

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Focal length of the lens

Question 7

What is the purpose of using the rule of thirds?

Accepted Answer

To create a balanced and visually appealing composition

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To ensure the subject is in focus

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To control the amount of light in the image

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To adjust the color of the image

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an image editing software?

Accepted Answer

Google Docs

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Adobe Photoshop

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Microsoft Paint

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Canva

Question 9

What does a macro lens allow you to capture?

Accepted Answer

Close-up images

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Wide shots

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Images with a shallow depth of field

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Images with a wide depth of field

Question 10

What is the main reason to use a tripod?

Accepted Answer

To prevent camera shake

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To adjust the camera's height and angle

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To take self-portraits

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To protect the camera from the elements

Question 11

Which control is NOT used to adjust the amount of light entering the camera?

Accepted Answer

Lens zoom

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Aperture

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Shutter speed

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Exposure compensation

Question 12

What is the main purpose of using the rule of thirds in photography?

Accepted Answer

To create a more visually balanced and appealing image

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To ensure the subject is in focus

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To control the exposure of the image

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To reduce camera shake

Question 13

Which file format is commonly used for storing high-quality images without compression?

Accepted Answer

TIFF

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JPEG

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PNG

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GIF

Question 14

How does increasing the aperture value affect the depth of field?

Accepted Answer

Decreases the depth of field, making the background blurrier

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Increases the depth of field, making both the subject and background appear sharper

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Does not affect the depth of field

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Reverses the focal point

Question 15

What is a primary use of a tripod in photography?

Accepted Answer

To prevent camera shake and ensure sharp images

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To achieve greater focus accuracy

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To control the exposure of the image

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To enhance the composition of the photograph

Question 16

Which photographic theme often involves capturing the beauty and diversity of the natural world?

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Nature

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People

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Abstract

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Objects

Question 17

What is the primary function of the shutter release button?

Accepted Answer

To capture an image

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To turn on the camera

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To adjust the aperture

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To focus the camera

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental camera setting?

Accepted Answer

Zoom

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Aperture

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Shutter speed

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ISO

Question 19

What is the primary purpose of composition in photography?

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To arrange elements in the frame to create a pleasing image

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To ensure the image is in focus

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To control the brightness of the image

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To enhance the subject in the image

Question 20

What is the primary use of histograms in photography?

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Analyzing the distribution of tones in an image

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Adjusting the contrast of an image

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Removing noise from an image

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Creating special effects

Question 21

Which composition technique involves dividing the frame into thirds?

Accepted Answer

Rule of thirds

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Golden ratio

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Symmetry

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Leading lines

Question 22

What is the difference between aperture and shutter speed?

Accepted Answer

Aperture controls the depth of field, while shutter speed controls the brightness of the image

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Shutter speed controls the depth of field, while aperture controls the brightness of the image

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Aperture controls both the depth of field and brightness of the image, while shutter speed does not

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Shutter speed controls both the depth of field and brightness of the image, while aperture does not

Question 23

Which of the following is an editing tool used to adjust the brightness and contrast of an image?

Accepted Answer

Curves tool

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Crop tool

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Hue/Saturation tool

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Sharpen tool

Question 24

What is the primary purpose of using a flash in photography?

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To brighten the subject

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To create depth in the image

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To freeze motion

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To make the background appear blurred

Question 25

What is the term for the purposeful organization of objects within a photograph?

Accepted Answer

Composition

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Perspective

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Exposure

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Focus

Question 26

Which composition technique draws the viewer's attention to a specific area of the photograph?

Accepted Answer

Focal point

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Rule of thirds

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Leading lines

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Negative space

Question 27

What is the term for the range of brightness values in an image?

Accepted Answer

Tonal range

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Contrast

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Saturation

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Exposure

Question 28

Which file format is typically used for storing uncompressed image data?

Accepted Answer

RAW

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JPEG

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PNG

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GIF

Question 29

Besides the essential elements of photography, which of the following is NOT among them?

Accepted Answer

Storytelling

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Camera operation

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Lighting

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Composition

Question 30

What's the function of the aperture in a camera?

Accepted Answer

Controlling the amount of light entering the lens

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Magnifying the image for the camera sensor

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Adjusting the sharpness of the image

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Altering the focal length of the lens

Question 31

In photography, which composition method positions the subject off-center to generate interest?

Accepted Answer

Rule of thirds

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Leading lines

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Symmetry

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Framing

Question 32

What differentiates a JPEG image file format from a RAW format?

Accepted Answer

JPEG reduces data through compression, while RAW maintains all data as an uncompressed file

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RAW reduces data through compression, while JPEG maintains all data as an uncompressed file

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They don't differ in any way

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JPEG maintains all data as an uncompressed file, while RAW reduces it through compression

Question 33

What's the purpose of a tripod in photography?

Accepted Answer

Stabilizing the camera to prevent blurry images

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Enhancing the depth of field

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Reducing the shutter speed

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Altering the focal length of the lens

Question 34

Which lighting type provides a soft, diffused light suitable for portraits?

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Natural light

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Artificial light

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Direct sunlight

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Backlighting

Question 35

What's the role of a polarizing filter in photography?

Accepted Answer

Reducing reflections and enhancing contrast

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Increasing the shutter speed

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Altering the focal length of the lens

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Adjusting an image's brightness and contrast

Question 36

What type of photography focuses on capturing images of individuals?

Accepted Answer

Portraiture

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Landscape

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Street

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Wildlife

Question 37

Which type of lens is suitable for capturing distant subjects?

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Telephoto

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Prime

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Zoom

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Macro

Question 38

What is the difference between a megapixel and a pixel?

Accepted Answer

A megapixel is a million pixels, while a pixel is the smallest unit of an image.

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A pixel is a million megapixels, while a megapixel is the smallest unit of an image.

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A megapixel is a group of pixels, while a pixel is a single dot.

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There is no difference between a pixel and a megapixel.

Question 39

Which composition technique helps create an aura of mystery in photography?

Accepted Answer

Shallow depth of field

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High contrast

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Symmetrical balance

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Rule of Thirds

Question 40

What is the primary reason for using a tripod in photography?

Accepted Answer

To reduce camera shake and improve image stability

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To control the depth of field

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To zoom in on distant objects

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To create a blurred background

Question 41

How does the direction of the light source influence the appearance of the subject in a photograph?

Accepted Answer

It alters the shadows and highlights on the subject, affecting its overall look.

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It has no impact on the subject, only the background.

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It solely affects the brightness or darkness of the subject.

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It doesn't influence the subject's appearance in any way.

Question 42

What is the main purpose of the shutter speed in photography?

Accepted Answer

To freeze or blur motion

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To control the amount of light entering the camera

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To adjust the depth of field

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To focus the image

Question 43

Which of these composition techniques involves arranging elements in a pleasing and balanced way?

Accepted Answer

Symmetry

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Rule of thirds

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Leading lines

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Negative space

Question 44

How are ISO and aperture different in photography?

Accepted Answer

ISO affects light sensitivity, while aperture affects depth of field

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Aperture affects light sensitivity, while ISO affects depth of field

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ISO and aperture both affect light sensitivity

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ISO and aperture both affect depth of field

Question 45

Which file format is best for storing high-quality photographs?

Accepted Answer

TIFF

Answer

JPEG

Answer

PNG

Answer

BMP

Question 46

What is the principle that suggests placing the main subject of a photograph slightly off-center to create a more dynamic composition?

Accepted Answer

Rule of thirds

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Golden ratio

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Symmetry

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Focal point

Question 47

Which type of lens is most suitable for taking portraits?

Accepted Answer

Telephoto lens

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Wide-angle lens

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Macro lens

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Fisheye lens

Question 48

What is the key difference between JPEG and RAW image formats?

Accepted Answer

JPEG is a compressed format suitable for sharing, while RAW is an uncompressed format with more editing flexibility.

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RAW is a compressed format suitable for sharing, while JPEG is an uncompressed format with more editing flexibility.

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Both JPEG and RAW are compressed formats, but JPEG has a higher quality.

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Both JPEG and RAW are uncompressed formats, but JPEG is more widely supported.

Question 49

What is the golden ratio, also known as the divine proportion?

Accepted Answer

A mathematical ratio of approximately 1:1.618 that is considered aesthetically pleasing

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A composition guideline that divides a frame into equal thirds

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A technique for adjusting the brightness and contrast of an image

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A method for cropping an image to a specific aspect ratio

Question 50

Which composition technique involves using lines or shapes to guide the viewer's eye through an image?

Accepted Answer

Leading lines

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Rule of thirds

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Symmetry

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Contrast

Question 51

What type of photography focuses on capturing close-up images of small objects, often revealing intricate details?

Accepted Answer

Macro photography

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Landscape photography

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Portrait photography

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Sports photography

Question 52

Which steps should be followed in the correct order when using a DSLR camera?

Accepted Answer

Compose the shot, set aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focus, and capture the image.

Answer

Set aperture, shutter speed, ISO, compose the shot, focus, and capture the image.

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Compose the shot, focus, set aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and capture the image.

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Focus, set aperture, shutter speed, ISO, compose the shot, and capture the image.

Question 53

What is the primary function of adjusting the aperture setting on a camera?

Accepted Answer

Controlling the depth of field

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Adjusting the brightness of the image

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Changing the focus point

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Enhancing the colours in the image

Question 54

Which image editing tool allows you to make selective adjustments to specific areas of an image?

Accepted Answer

Adjustment brush

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Crop tool

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Colour balance tool

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Sharpen tool

Question 55

What is the primary purpose of using a tripod in photography?

Accepted Answer

To stabilize the camera and prevent camera shake

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To capture fast-moving subjects

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To adjust the height of the camera

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To eliminate the need for a flash

Question 56

When holding a camera, it's important to support the lens to prevent camera shake. Which option shows the correct way to hold a camera?

Accepted Answer

Holding the camera with both hands, supporting the lens

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Holding the camera with one hand, like holding a gun

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Holding the camera with both hands, but not supporting the lens

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Holding the camera with one hand, at arm's length

Question 57

The aperture in a camera controls the amount of light entering the camera. What is the purpose of adjusting the aperture?

Accepted Answer

To control the amount of light entering the camera

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To focus the image on the sensor

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To change the shutter speed

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To create a shallow depth of field

Question 58

When editing images, there are basic tools that can be used to enhance them. Which of the following is NOT a basic image editing tool?

Accepted Answer

Adding special effects

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Crop tool

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Brightness/contrast adjustment

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Colour balance

Question 59

Using a tripod has a specific purpose in photography. What is the main benefit of using a tripod?

Accepted Answer

To stabilise the camera and prevent blur

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To make it easier to take self-portraits

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To adjust the height of the camera

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To change the angle of the camera

Question 60

Photography and cinematography are related fields, but they have distinct differences. What is the primary difference between photography and cinematography?

Accepted Answer

Photography produces still images, while cinematography produces moving images

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Cinematography requires a more technical understanding than photography

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Cinematography is always done in a studio, while photography can be done anywhere

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Photography is only for artistic purposes, while cinematography is used in both artistic and commercial contexts

Question 61

Which part of the camera does NOT control the amount of light entering the lens?

Accepted Answer

Lens cap

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Aperture

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Shutter

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ISO

Question 62

What is the purpose of using compositional guidelines in photography?

Accepted Answer

To create visually appealing and balanced images

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To make sure the subject is in the center of the frame

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To restrict creativity

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To ensure the image is technically perfect

Question 63

Which of the following is a commonly used file format for digital photos?

Accepted Answer

JPEG

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MP3

Answer

PDF

Answer

DOC

Question 64

What happens when you increase the aperture of a camera lens?

Accepted Answer

Decreases the depth of field

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Increases the shutter speed

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Slows down the motion blur

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Reduces the image quality