Compositional Techniques Quiz

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    Black vs. white in photography is known as ________________________.

    • Focal point
    • Leading lines
    • Layering
    • Contast
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This quiz is about the compositional techniques for photographs. Identify the correct answer for each question.

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  • 2. 

    Putting a border or frame inside of your picture is called ___________________k.

    • Framing

    • Layering

    • Leading lines

    • Contrast

    Correct Answer
    A. Framing
    Explanation
    The term used to describe putting a border or frame inside of a picture is called framing. This technique is commonly used to draw attention to the subject of the image and add visual interest. By framing the subject within a border or frame, it helps to create a sense of depth and focus within the composition.

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  • 3. 

    Lines that lead your eyes through the photo can be defined as _____________________.

    • Layering

    • Leading Lines

    • Rule of Thirds

    • Framing

    Correct Answer
    A. Leading Lines
    Explanation
    Leading lines are lines within a photograph that guide the viewer's eyes towards a specific point of interest or through the composition. These lines can be actual lines in the scene or implied lines created by the arrangement of elements in the photo. They help to create a sense of depth, movement, and visual flow, leading the viewer's gaze and enhancing the overall composition of the image.

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  • 4. 

    Getting close up on the photographic subject is known as __________________________.

    • Framing

    • Selective focusing

    • Zooming

    • Vantage point

    Correct Answer
    A. Zooming
    Explanation
    Zooming refers to the act of adjusting the focal length of a camera lens to bring the subject closer or farther away. By zooming in, the photographer can get a closer view of the subject, filling the frame with it. This technique allows for more detail and emphasizes the subject's features or characteristics. Therefore, zooming is the correct answer as it accurately describes the act of getting close up on the photographic subject.

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  • 5. 

    When photographers select what's in or out of focus, which compositional technique are they using?

    • Layering

    • Selective focusing

    • Vantage point

    • Focal point

    Correct Answer
    A. Selective focusing
    Explanation
    Photographers use the technique of selective focusing when they choose what to keep in focus and what to blur in their photographs. This technique allows them to draw attention to a specific subject or element in the image while creating a sense of depth and dimension. By selectively focusing on certain areas, photographers can control the viewer's attention and guide them towards the intended focal point of the photograph.

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  • 6. 

    How you how hold the camera is defined as ____________________________.

    • Selective focusing

    • Vantage point

    • Camera angle

    • Zooming in

    Correct Answer
    A. Camera angle
    Explanation
    The way you hold the camera refers to the camera angle. Camera angle determines the perspective from which the subject is being viewed and can greatly impact the composition and storytelling of a photograph or video. By changing the camera angle, one can capture different emotions, highlight specific details, or create a sense of depth in the image.

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  • 7. 

    Layering technique involves the ____________________________ of a photo.

    • Framing

    • Contrast

    • Pattern

    • Front, middle, back

    Correct Answer
    A. Front, middle, back
    Explanation
    The layering technique involves arranging the different elements of a photo in a front, middle, and back position. This technique adds depth and dimension to the image by creating layers that lead the viewer's eye from the foreground to the background. By strategically placing objects or subjects at different distances from the camera, the photographer can create a sense of depth and make the photo more visually interesting.

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  • 8. 

    What is the "Rule of Thirds"?

    • Subject is off to one-third of the picture

    • Picture is put in the front, middle, or back

    • You decide where to place the subject in the picture

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Subject is off to one-third of the picture
    Explanation
    The "Rule of Thirds" is a composition guideline in photography and visual arts where the subject is placed off to one-third of the picture. This rule suggests that by dividing the image into a grid of nine equal parts, with two equally spaced horizontal lines and two equally spaced vertical lines, the subject should be placed along one of these lines or at their intersection points. This creates a more balanced and visually appealing composition, as it avoids placing the subject directly in the center of the frame.

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  • 9. 

    Where your eyes get stuck or one thing in the photo that has emphasis is known as _________________.

    • Vantage point

    • Selective focusing

    • Focal point

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Focal point
    Explanation
    In photography, the focal point refers to the specific area or object in a photo that is intentionally made more prominent or emphasized. It is the main subject or point of interest that draws the viewer's attention. The other options, vantage point and selective focusing, are not related to the concept of emphasis in a photo.

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  • 10. 

    Where the photographer is in relationship to the subject is known as ______________________.

    • Focal point

    • Vantage point

    • Selective focusing

    • Zooming in

    Correct Answer
    A. Vantage point
    Explanation
    The term "vantage point" refers to the position or location from which a photographer captures an image. It determines the perspective, angle, and overall composition of the photograph. The vantage point can greatly impact the visual storytelling and the way the subject is portrayed.

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