Questions Based ON BASIC CONCEPTS & TERMINOLOGIES IN BROADCASTING AND FILM PRODUCTION

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✅ ANSWERS & EXPLANATIONS TO THE 20 MCQs (Basic Concepts & Terminologies)

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1. Correct Answer: C — Varying a carrier wave to transmit audio or video signals

Explanation:
Modulation is the process through which broadcast signals (audio/video) are placed onto a carrier wave by varying its amplitude, frequency, or phase.

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2. Correct Answer: C — Originates from within the story world and is heard by the characters

Explanation:
Diegetic sound belongs to the film’s world—e.g., dialogue, footsteps, or a radio playing within the scene.

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3. Correct Answer: B — The arrangement of visual elements within the boundaries of a shot

Explanation:
Framing concerns how subjects and objects are positioned within the camera’s view to create meaning or emotion.

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4. Correct Answer: B — Control the volume level of audio channels

Explanation:
A fader is the sliding control on a mixer used to raise or lower audio levels.

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5. Correct Answer: B — A shot inserted to hide a jump cut or provide additional visual information

Explanation:
A cutaway interrupts the main action with a related shot to smooth editing or add context.

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6. Correct Answer: B — The sequence of technical steps through which audio and video pass before reaching the audience

Explanation:
The broadcast signal chain includes production, processing, transmission, and reception stages.

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7. Correct Answer: B — The range of distance in which objects appear acceptably sharp within a shot

Explanation:
Depth of field defines how much of the foreground and background appears in focus.

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8. Correct Answer: C — Music or sound played underneath a presenter’s voice

Explanation:
A “bed” is background audio used under speech to enhance mood or flow.

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9. Correct Answer: B — Signal that a source, presenter, or clip should start

Explanation:
To “cue” is to notify talent or equipment operators to begin an action.

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10. Correct Answer: B — Shows the full character and surrounding environment

Explanation:
A long shot frames the entire subject and gives the audience spatial context.

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11. Correct Answer: A — A graphic placed at the bottom section of the screen displaying names or information

Explanation:
Lower thirds provide identifying details such as names, locations, or titles.

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12. Correct Answer: B — Arranging actors’ movements within the scene before filming

Explanation:
Blocking sets out where actors stand, move, and interact to match camera angles and lighting.

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13. Correct Answer: B — Starting a programme with a scene before the title or introduction plays

Explanation:
A cold open grabs attention by jumping straight into action before the opening credits.

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14. Correct Answer: C — Audio that is perfectly matched with the corresponding image

Explanation:
Sync sound aligns recorded audio with visual action (e.g., lips matching speech).

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15. Correct Answer: B — A technique of compressing time by editing several related shots together

Explanation:
Montage condenses events, summarises time, or builds meaning through rapid sequences.

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16. Correct Answer: B — Targeting a specific, well-defined audience segment

Explanation:
Narrowcasting differs from broadcasting because it targets specialised groups, not mass audiences.

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17. Correct Answer: C — On-air personalities such as presenters, anchors, or actors

Explanation:
“Talent” means the individuals appearing on camera or microphone.

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18. Correct Answer: C — Dialogue scenes where two characters face each other

Explanation:
Shot reverse shot alternates between two characters, typically during conversations.

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19. Correct Answer: C — Live re-creation of sound effects in a studio after filming

Explanation:
Foley artists reproduce everyday sounds (e.g., footsteps, clothes rustling) to enhance realism.

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20. Correct Answer: B — A recorded copy of a broadcast used for review or training

Explanation:
An aircheck is a playback recording used by producers, presenters, or instructors for evaluation.

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