Part 1: Microphone Basics
Directions: Answer the questions below to the best of your ability.
- What is the main purpose of a microphone in video production?
- Match the microphone type to its correct description:
a. Lavalier Micββββββββββ1. A handheld mic often used by singers and reporters
b. Shotgun Micβββββββββββ2. Small mic clipped to clothing for hands-free use
c. Handheld Micβββββββ3. Long, narrow mic used to pick up sound from a distance
a: ___βb: ___βc: ___
- Which microphone is best for interviews?
A. LavalierββB. ShotgunββC. BoomββD. Boundary
Part 2: Audio Connectors
Directions: Choose the best answer or fill in the blanks.
- Which of the following is a common professional audio connector?
A. USB
B. RCA
C. XLR
D. HDMI
- What is the difference between balanced and unbalanced audio cables?
- Draw a simple sketch of an XLR connector in the space below and label its pins:
(Use stick figures or symbols if needed.)
Part 3: Picture Composition
Directions: Answer the questions below.
- What is the Rule of Thirds?
- Match the shot type to the correct description:
a. Wide Shot (WS)βββββββ1. Frames the subject from the waist up
b. Medium Shot (MS)βββββ2. Shows the full body of the subject
c. Close-Up (CU)ββββββββ3. Focuses on the subjectβs face or detail
a: ___βb: ___βc: ___
- Why is leading lines an important composition technique in video production?
Part 4: Camera Movements
Directions: Match each term to its correct definition.
- PanββββββββA. The camera moves side to side
- TiltββββββββB. The camera moves up or down
- ZoomββββββC. The camera lens moves closer or farther
- DollyββββββD. The entire camera moves forward or backward
10: ___β11: ___β12: ___β13: ___
- What is the difference between a pan and a dolly shot?