Camera Techniques and Composition: Master Photography Fundamentals

Question 1

Define aperture in photography.

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The lens opening that controls the amount of light entering the camera

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The speed at which the shutter opens and closes

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The sensitivity of the camera's sensor to light

Question 2

What is the purpose of using leading lines in a photograph?

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To guide the viewer's eye through the image

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To create a sense of depth

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To add contrast

Question 3

What is the main purpose of white balance in photography?

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Adjusting the color temperature to match the light source

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Changing the brightness of the image

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Controlling the contrast

Question 4

Which file format is commonly used for storing high-quality digital images?

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RAW

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JPEG

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PNG

Question 5

In photography, which setting determines the amount of background blur in an image?

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Aperture

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Shutter speed

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ISO

Question 6

What is the primary function of a tripod in photography?

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Stabilizing the camera to prevent blur

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Increasing the depth of field

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Making the camera more portable

Question 7

Which compositional technique creates the illusion of depth in an image by guiding the viewer's eye through lines or shapes?

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Leading lines

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Rule of thirds

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Framing

Question 8

Compare wide-angle and telephoto lenses. Which one has the wider field of view?

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Wide-angle lens

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Telephoto lens

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No difference between the two

Question 9

Which type of camera filter is used to reduce glare and enhance color saturation?

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Polarizing filter

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Neutral density filter

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Infrared filter

Question 10

What is the purpose of using a histogram in photography?

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Analyzing the distribution of tones and brightness in an image

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Adjusting color balance

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Applying filters

Question 11

Which camera setting determines the depth of field in a photograph?

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Aperture

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Shutter speed

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ISO

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Exposure

Question 12

Which camera setting controls the amount of light entering the lens?

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Aperture

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Shutter speed

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ISO

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Exposure compensation

Question 13

Which of these factors does NOT affect exposure in photography?

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White balance

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Aperture

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Shutter speed

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ISO

Question 14

Which camera setting controls the duration that the camera's shutter remains open?

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Shutter speed

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Aperture

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ISO

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Exposure compensation

Question 15

ISO measures:

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The sensitivity of the camera's sensor to light

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The size of the camera's aperture

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The speed of the camera's shutter

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The focal length of the camera's lens

Question 16

Which of the following is a common challenge faced when using a wide-angle lens?

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Distortion around the edges of the image

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Shallow depth of field

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Slow shutter speeds

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High ISO settings

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a tripod in photography?

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Increases depth of field

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Reduces camera shake

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Allows for longer exposures

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Improves image sharpness

Question 18

The golden ratio is a compositional technique that:

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Creates a sense of balance and harmony

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Divides the frame into equal parts

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Emphasizes the least important subject of the image

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Reduces visual clutter

Question 19

Which of the following compositional techniques involves placing the subject off-center?

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Rule of thirds

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Leading lines

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Symmetry

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Golden ratio

Question 20

What is the primary effect of using a wide-angle lens?

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Wide field of view

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Narrow field of view

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Distorted perspective

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Shallow depth of field

Question 21

Which of the following factors does NOT affect shutter speed?

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Focal length

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Motion of the subject

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Ambient light

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Aperture

Question 22

What is the key difference between ISO 100 and ISO 800?

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ISO 800 produces more noise

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ISO 800 produces brighter images

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ISO 800 has a faster shutter speed

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ISO 800 reduces the depth of field

Question 23

What is the purpose of using a step-up ring in photography?

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To attach two lenses with different filter sizes

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To increase the magnification of a lens

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To reduce image distortion

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To improve image sharpness

Question 24

What is the main reason for using an external flash in photography?

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To provide additional lighting

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To reduce camera shake

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To increase the depth of field

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To improve image resolution

Question 25

Which camera setting primarily determines the depth of field in a photograph?

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Aperture

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Shutter Speed

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ISO

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Exposure

Question 26

What is the effect of increasing the aperture of a camera lens?

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Decreases the depth of field

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Increases the ISO sensitivity

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Increases the field of view

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Increases the shutter speed

Question 27

What is the primary purpose of using a tripod when shooting with a camera?

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Stabilizes the camera and reduces camera shake

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Increases the depth of field

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Captures moving objects without motion blur

Question 28

What is the main effect of using a wide-angle lens in a photograph?

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Provides a wider field of view and an exaggerated perspective

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Increases the depth of field

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Produces a narrower field of view and compressed perspective

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using natural light in photography?

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It is not always available

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It is free to use

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Natural light can be controlled with modifiers

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It can create a range of moods and atmospheres

Question 30

What is the primary benefit of using a polarizing filter in photography?

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Reduces glare and enhances color saturation

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Softens the focus of the image

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Creates a starburst effect

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Blocks out UV light

Question 31

Which aperture setting creates the GREATEST depth of field, meaning objects both near and far from the camera appear in focus?

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f/16

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f/2.8

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f/5.6

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f/11

Question 32

To prevent blur when photographing a FAST-moving subject, which shutter speed is MOST suitable?

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1/500s

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1/30s

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1/8s

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1/125s

Question 33

Which compositional rule suggests placing your subject OFF-CENTRE for a more interesting image?

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Rule of Thirds

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Central Composition

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Framing

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Symmetry

Question 34

What technique makes the BACKGROUND blurry, helping the subject stand out sharply?

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Shallow depth of field

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Using a wide-angle lens

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Using a long exposure

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Increasing the ISO

Question 35

Which of these is NOT a key factor when choosing a camera lens?

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Camera's ISO setting

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Lens focal length

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Image stabilization

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Maximum aperture size

Question 36

Which composition style emphasizes BALANCE and a sense of order in the image?

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Symmetrical

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Leading Lines

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Asymmetrical

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Rule of Thirds

Question 37

Which camera mode gives the photographer FULL control over aperture, shutter speed, and ISO?

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Manual

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Automatic

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Aperture Priority

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Shutter Priority

Question 38

What is the MAIN advantage of a wide-angle lens?

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It captures a wider field of view

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It increases shutter speed

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It reduces lens distortion

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It creates a shallow depth of field