Basic Questions On Film History! Trivia Quiz

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    What were the little explosives called that were used instead of CGI?

    • Squibs
    • Squids
    • Squidwards
    • Spongebobs
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The history of cinema is long, full, and rich. There is an art to creating motion pictures. The first commercial, public screening of a film, was in 1895. The movie consisted of ten Lumiere Brothers’ short films at the Grand Café in Paris, France. With this quiz, you will have to comprehend things like when animation was introduced and who made the first video camera. Have fun with this incredible quiz.

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  • 2. 
    The first films were over 30 minutes long! - ProProfs

    The first films were over 30 minutes long!

    • True, a baby would know that.

    • False, they were only a minute.

    Correct Answer
    A. False, they were only a minute.
    Explanation
    The statement "The first films were over 30 minutes long!" is false. The correct answer states that they were only a minute long. This suggests that the early films, when they were first introduced, had a duration of only one minute. This information contradicts the initial claim that the films were over 30 minutes long.

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  • 3. 
    Why are squibs still sometimes used today? - ProProfs

    Why are squibs still sometimes used today?

    • We don't have CGI.

    • People like blowing up things.

    • For realistic value.

    • All film directors are pyromaniacs.

    Correct Answer
    A. For realistic value.
    Explanation
    Squibs are still sometimes used today in films because they provide a realistic value to the scenes. Despite the advancements in CGI technology, practical effects like squibs can add authenticity and intensity to action sequences, explosions, or bullet impacts. By using squibs, filmmakers can create a more immersive experience for the audience, as they can see real physical reactions and effects on the actors and the environment. This helps to enhance the overall believability and impact of the film.

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  • 4. 
    Why were Squibs used instead of CGI? - ProProfs

    Why were Squibs used instead of CGI?

    • They wanted to get hurt.

    • Fire is fun.

    • They didn't have CGI.

    • They didn't like CGI.

    Correct Answer
    A. They didn't have CGI.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "They didn't have CGI." This suggests that Squibs were used instead of CGI because CGI technology was not available at that time.

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  • 5. 
    When did the film first begin? - ProProfs

    When did the film first begin?

    • 1960s

    • 1890s

    • 1760s

    • 1676

    Correct Answer
    A. 1890s
    Explanation
    The film first began in the 1890s. This is the only option that provides a specific time period, while the other options are either too early (1760s, 1676) or too broad (1960s).

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  • 6. 
    Anyone can make a 30 minute film in a matter of minutes! - ProProfs

    Anyone can make a 30 minute film in a matter of minutes!

    • True, a baby could if you let them.

    • False, it takes a 30 year old at least 3 months!

    Correct Answer
    A. False, it takes a 30 year old at least 3 months!
    Explanation
    The given answer states that it takes a 30-year-old at least 3 months to make a 30-minute film, which contradicts the initial statement that anyone can make a 30-minute film in a matter of minutes. This suggests that the process of making a film requires a significant amount of time and effort, and it is not as simple as the initial statement implies.

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  • 7. 
    Who made the first video camera? - ProProfs

    Who made the first video camera?

    • Wordsworth Donisthrope

    • Thomas Jefferson

    • Louis Le Prince

    • Walt Disney

    Correct Answer
    A. Wordsworth Donisthrope
    Explanation
    Wordsworth Donisthrope is credited with making the first video camera.

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    When was animation introduced?

    • 1902

    • 1876

    • 1899

    • 1933

    Correct Answer
    A. 1899
    Explanation
    Animation was introduced in 1899.

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