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2 Camera Basics and Composition Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 2 Camera Basics and Composition, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

A DSLR uses a mirror and optical viewfinder, while a mirrorless camera does not. Is this distinction correct?

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
Fill in the blank
1 point

To keep focus adjusted as a subject moves, select .

03
Written response
1 point

Which focus mode lets the operator adjust focus directly instead of having the camera set it?

04
Choose one
1 point

You want an establishing shot that shows a person along with much of the surrounding location. Which lens type is the best starting point?

  1. A

    A telephoto lens

  2. B

    A wide-angle lens

  3. C

    A prime lens, regardless of its focal length

  4. D

    A lens set to manual focus

05
True or false
1 point

A symmetrical scene may benefit from centered framing even though the rule of thirds is a useful composition guideline. Is this statement correct?

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

06
Choose one
1 point

You are framing a person from roughly the waist upward, with some surrounding context still visible. Which shot size best describes this framing?

  1. A

    Medium shot

  2. B

    Wide shot

  3. C

    Close-up

  4. D

    Extreme close-up

07
Written response
1 point

What shot size typically frames a person from roughly the waist or chest upward?

08
Fill in the blank
1 point

When framing someone who is looking toward one side of the image, leave in that direction.

09
Choose all
1 point

Select all statements that correctly describe how focal length affects a shot.

  1. A

    A shorter focal length includes more of the scene.

  2. B

    A longer focal length always shows a wider view.

  3. C

    A longer focal length shows a narrower view and makes distant subjects appear larger.

  4. D

    Focal length has no effect on the angle of view.

10
Choose one
1 point

A moving subject is blurred, so you choose a faster shutter speed. The resulting image is too dark, and you want to keep that faster shutter speed. Which adjustment can admit more light?

  1. A

    Use a smaller aperture opening.

  2. B

    Use a wider aperture.

  3. C

    Move focus to the background.

  4. D

    Use a longer focal length without changing exposure settings.

11
Choose all
1 point

Select all statements that correctly distinguish moving the camera from zooming the lens.

  1. A

    Moving the camera changes perspective.

  2. B

    Zooming the lens changes the camera's position.

  3. C

    Zooming changes the lens's angle of view.

  4. D

    Moving the camera and zooming always have the same effect on perspective.

12
Open ended
1 point

You are composing a close interview shot of a person looking slightly to one side. Describe how you would set focus and arrange the frame to keep attention on the person while making the composition clear.

13
Choose one
1 point

A scene is too dark, and you are considering raising ISO. Which statement best describes a possible tradeoff?

  1. A

    Raising ISO always reduces image noise.

  2. B

    Lowering ISO always makes a dark scene brighter.

  3. C

    Raising ISO can help in low light but may add visible noise.

  4. D

    ISO changes the camera's focus area.

14
Choose one
1 point

You want a short sequence to establish where an event takes place and then draw attention to one person in that location. Which shot-size sequence best supports that goal?

  1. A

    Begin with a close-up, then use only wider shots to reveal the location.

  2. B

    Use the same shot size throughout so the audience notices no change in emphasis.

  3. C

    Begin with a wide shot to establish the place, then move closer to emphasize a person or detail.

  4. D

    Use a wide shot only after focusing on a small background detail.

15
Choose one
1 point

Which statement correctly distinguishes a DSLR from a mirrorless camera?

  1. A

    A DSLR uses a mirror and optical viewfinder; a mirrorless camera does not.

  2. B

    A mirrorless camera uses a mirror; a DSLR does not.

  3. C

    Only DSLRs accept interchangeable lenses.

  4. D

    Only mirrorless cameras can record video.

16
Choose one
1 point

A shot needs more light through the lens, and you can change only the aperture. Which adjustment will help?

  1. A

    A higher f-number creates a wider opening and lets in more light.

  2. B

    A lower f-number creates a wider opening and lets in more light.

  3. C

    A lower f-number creates a narrower opening and lets in less light.

  4. D

    The f-number changes the camera’s focus mode, not the lens opening.

17
True or false
1 point

The rule of thirds requires every important subject to be placed near a grid line or intersection.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

18
Choose one
1 point

A moving subject shows a motion trail even though focus is correct. Which shutter-speed adjustment is most likely to reduce the blur?

  1. A

    Use a slower shutter speed to let in more light.

  2. B

    Raise ISO without changing the shutter speed.

  3. C

    Use a faster shutter speed to reduce motion blur.

  4. D

    Choose a longer focal length to stop the subject’s movement.

19
Written response
1 point

Which autofocus mode is suited to a relatively still subject?

20
Written response
1 point

Which lens category is useful for framing a distant subject or isolating a detail?