Barnabas' Media Quiz I

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Barnabas Media Quiz I - Quiz


General studies from the first and second semester.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What program would you use to write a paper?

    • A.

      Photoshop

    • B.

      PowerPoint

    • C.

      Excel

    • D.

      Word

    • E.

      Animasher

    Correct Answer
    D. Word
    Explanation
    Word is the correct answer because it is a widely used word processing program that allows users to create, edit, and format documents. It is specifically designed for writing papers, reports, and other textual documents. Photoshop is a graphics editing program, PowerPoint is a presentation software, Excel is a spreadsheet program, and Animasher is an animation tool, none of which are suitable for writing a paper.

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  • 2. 

    What program would you use to alter a photograph?

    • A.

      Photoshop

    • B.

      Word

    • C.

      Excel

    • D.

      Chemical

    • E.

      X-box

    Correct Answer
    A. pHotoshop
    Explanation
    Photoshop is a widely used software program specifically designed for photo editing and manipulation. It offers a wide range of tools and features that allow users to alter photographs by adjusting colors, removing blemishes, adding or removing elements, and much more. It is the go-to program for professionals and enthusiasts alike when it comes to editing and enhancing photographs.

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  • 3. 

    What is a documentary?

    • A.

      A story about cartoons.

    • B.

      A method of making animations.

    • C.

      A film that uses no actors, but real people.

    • D.

      A kind of word processor.

    Correct Answer
    C. A film that uses no actors, but real people.
    Explanation
    A documentary is a film that uses real people instead of actors to tell a story. Unlike fictional films that rely on actors to portray characters, documentaries aim to present real events and individuals in a non-fictional manner. This genre of filmmaking often involves capturing real-life footage, interviews, and research to provide an authentic and factual representation of a particular subject or issue.

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  • 4. 

    What does this documentary examine?

    • A.

      The clothing industry.

    • B.

      Farming.

    • C.

      The business of advertising.

    • D.

      Journalism

    Correct Answer
    C. The business of advertising.
    Explanation
    This documentary examines the business of advertising. It focuses on exploring the strategies, techniques, and impact of advertising in various industries. The documentary likely delves into the psychology behind advertising, the influence it has on consumer behavior, and the ethical considerations surrounding advertising practices. It may also highlight the role of advertising agencies, the use of media platforms, and the evolution of advertising in the digital age.

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  • 5. 

    What famous newspaper used on its cover yesterday, Dec. 3, 2008, the PhotoShop filter techniques we have been doing in class with the "24 Filters Project"? (Hint: the story was about former New York Governor Mario Cuomo.)

    • A.

      The Boston Globe

    • B.

      The New York Times

    • C.

      The Los Angeles Times

    • D.

      The Democrat and Chronicle

    • E.

      The Washington Post

    Correct Answer
    B. The New York Times
    Explanation
    The New York Times is the correct answer because the question asks for the famous newspaper that used the PhotoShop filter techniques discussed in class on its cover on December 3, 2008. The hint about the story being about former New York Governor Mario Cuomo further confirms that The New York Times, being a prominent newspaper in New York, would be the most likely choice to cover such a story.

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  • 6. 

    What command do you use on your keyboard to create a new layer, in Photoshop?  

    • A.

      CTRL + S

    • B.

      CTRL + L

    • C.

      CTRL + T

    • D.

      CTRL + J

    • E.

      Return + Return

    Correct Answer
    D. CTRL + J
    Explanation
    In Photoshop, the keyboard command CTRL + J is used to create a new layer. This command duplicates the currently selected layer and creates a new layer with the same content. This can be useful when you want to make edits or adjustments to an image without affecting the original layer.

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  • 7. 

    What command to you use on your keyboard to resize an image in Photoshop?

    • A.

      CTRL + T

    • B.

      Backspace

    • C.

      CTRL + S

    • D.

      CTRL + K

    Correct Answer
    A. CTRL + T
    Explanation
    To resize an image in Photoshop, you would use the keyboard command CTRL + T. This command activates the Free Transform tool, allowing you to scale, rotate, and resize the image as needed.

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  • 8. 

    Which program is the best for presenting a report or information to a big audience, using pictures and outlined information?  

    • A.

      Word

    • B.

      Excel

    • C.

      PowerPoint

    • D.

      Photoshop

    Correct Answer
    C. PowerPoint
    Explanation
    PowerPoint is the best program for presenting a report or information to a big audience using pictures and outlined information because it is specifically designed for creating visually appealing and interactive presentations. It offers a wide range of features and tools that allow users to easily insert and arrange images, create bullet points and outlines, add animations and transitions, and customize the overall design of the presentation. PowerPoint's user-friendly interface and intuitive functionality make it an ideal choice for effectively conveying information to a large group of people.

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  • 9. 

    What program would you use to make a brochure?

    • A.

      Excel

    • B.

      PowerPoint

    • C.

      Word

    • D.

      Publisher

    Correct Answer
    D. Publisher
    Explanation
    Publisher is the correct answer because it is a program specifically designed for creating brochures and other types of promotional materials. It offers a wide range of templates, formatting options, and design tools that make it easy to create professional-looking brochures. Excel is a spreadsheet program, PowerPoint is used for creating presentations, and Word is primarily used for word processing, none of which are suitable for designing brochures.

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  • 10. 

    Who owns YouTube? And how much $ did whoever buy YouTube for?

    • A.

      Bill Gates: $24 million

    • B.

      Yahoo! : $65 trillion

    • C.

      Google: $1.65 billion

    • D.

      MySpace: $2.25 billion

    • E.

      Time Magazine: $2 million

    Correct Answer
    C. Google: $1.65 billion
    Explanation
    Google owns YouTube and they bought it for $1.65 billion.

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  • 11. 

    What artist made this collage? 

    • A.

      Basquiat

    • B.

      Bowie

    • C.

      Barack

    • D.

      Barnabas

    • E.

      Bearden

    Correct Answer
    E. Bearden
  • 12. 

    What artist created this work?

    • A.

      Basquiat

    • B.

      Bearden

    • C.

      Bach

    • D.

      Warhol

    • E.

      Wayne

    Correct Answer
    D. Warhol
    Explanation
    The artist who created the work mentioned in the question is Warhol.

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  • 13. 

    Current Events: What city in India did 100 people get killed by muslim terrorists?

    • A.

      New Delhi

    • B.

      Mumbai

    • C.

      Calcutta

    • D.

      Beijing

    • E.

      Baghdad

    Correct Answer
    B. Mumbai
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Mumbai. In 2008, a series of coordinated terrorist attacks took place in Mumbai, India. A group of Islamic terrorists carried out multiple shootings and bombings across the city, targeting various locations including hotels, a railway station, and a Jewish community center. These attacks resulted in the deaths of approximately 166 people, including both Indians and foreigners, and left hundreds injured. The incident, known as the Mumbai attacks or 26/11 attacks, shocked the nation and drew international attention.

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  • 14. 

    Who did President-Elect Barack Obama choose to be Secretary of State?

    • A.

      Elliot Spitzer

    • B.

      Michelle Obama

    • C.

      Hillary Clinton

    • D.

      Bill Clinton

    • E.

      50 Cent

    Correct Answer
    C. Hillary Clinton
    Explanation
    Barack Obama chose Hillary Clinton to be Secretary of State. This decision was significant as it demonstrated Obama's trust in Clinton's experience and qualifications for the role. Clinton had previously served as a U.S. Senator from New York and had gained international recognition as First Lady during her husband's presidency. By selecting Clinton, Obama aimed to bring her expertise and diplomatic skills to his administration, as well as to foster unity within the Democratic Party. This choice also marked a historic moment, as Clinton became the first former First Lady to hold the position of Secretary of State.

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  • 15. 

    BONUS QUESTION: What Franklin Boys Basketball player scored 14 points, had 10 rebounds and seven monstrous blocks in Tuesday's season opener against Jefferson?Hint: Use this web site: http://www.democratandchronicle.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=SPORTS08

    • A.

      JaQuan Herring

    • B.

      Ben Wilborn

    • C.

      Marcus Hawkins

    • D.

      Donald Funderburk

    • E.

      Macnore Cameron

    Correct Answer
    D. Donald Funderburk

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