Photography As A Career

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    What is the process for making sure a picture turns out clearly?

    • Straining
    • Imaging
    • Focus
    • Speed
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Explore the essentials of photography as a career through this quiz. It covers technical aspects such as filters, focusing, and lens shades, and introduces major camera manufacturers. This quiz is ideal for aspiring photographers to understand fundamental photography techniques and industry knowledge.

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  • 2. 

    What gives people "red eyes" in some photographs?

    • Clear Eye Color

    • Light Reflecting Off The Retinas

    • Defect In The Film

    • Cheap Camera

    Correct Answer
    A. Light Reflecting Off The Retinas
    Explanation
    When people have "red eyes" in photographs, it is caused by light reflecting off their retinas. The retina at the back of the eye is rich in blood vessels, and when a camera flash is used, the light reflects off the blood vessels and creates a red-eye effect. This effect is more pronounced in low-light conditions or when the pupils are dilated. It is not related to the color of the eyes, the quality of the camera, or any defect in the film.

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  • 3. 

    What is a colored glass used to emphasize, eliminate or change color or density in a photo called?

    • Transformer

    • Photograph Lens

    • Obscuring

    • Filter

    Correct Answer
    A. Filter
    Explanation
    A colored glass used to emphasize, eliminate or change color or density in a photo is called a filter. Filters are commonly used in photography to enhance or alter the colors and tones in an image. They can be used to intensify certain colors, reduce the intensity of others, or even create special effects. By placing a filter in front of the camera lens, photographers can achieve the desired color or density adjustments in their photos.

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  • 4. 

    Which chemical, also used in thermometers, was involved in early photo development?

    • Helium

    • Chlorine

    • Carbon

    • Mercury

    Correct Answer
    A. Mercury
    Explanation
    Mercury is the correct answer because it is a chemical that was commonly used in early photo development. It was used in the development of daguerreotype photographs, which were popular in the 19th century. Mercury vapors were used to create the image on the photographic plate. Additionally, mercury is also used in thermometers due to its unique properties, such as its high boiling point and ability to expand and contract with temperature changes.

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  • 5. 

    Moving the camera so that a moving object stays in the same relative viewfinder position is called?

    • Potting

    • Panning

    • Spooning

    • Fluidity

    Correct Answer
    A. Panning
    Explanation
    Panning is the correct answer because it refers to the action of moving the camera horizontally or vertically to keep a moving object in the same relative position within the viewfinder. This technique is commonly used in sports or wildlife photography to capture a sharp subject against a blurred background, creating a sense of motion. "Potting," "Spooning," and "Fluidity" are unrelated terms and do not describe the specific action described in the question.

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  • 6. 

    A lens shade is a collar or hood that keeps unwanted light from striking the lens and causing what?

    • Red Eye

    • Fogging

    • Death

    • Image Flare

    Correct Answer
    A. Image Flare
    Explanation
    A lens shade is a collar or hood that keeps unwanted light from striking the lens and causing image flare. Image flare refers to the unwanted glare or haze that can occur in a photograph when light enters the lens from an angle and creates reflections or scattering within the lens system. Using a lens shade helps to block out this stray light and reduce the chances of image flare, resulting in clearer and more contrasted photographs.

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  • 7. 

    What photography style, a subset of editorial photography, is used in documentation of news stories?

    • Still Life Photography

    • Fashion Photography

    • Macro Photography

    • Photojournalism

    Correct Answer
    A. Photojournalism
    Explanation
    Photojournalism is the correct answer because it is a photography style that focuses on documenting news stories. It involves capturing images that tell a story and provide visual evidence of newsworthy events or issues. Photojournalists often work for newspapers, magazines, or news agencies and their photographs are used to accompany news articles or reports. This style emphasizes capturing candid and unposed moments, aiming to convey the truth and reality of a situation.

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  • 8. 

    Another word for picture, the word "photo" is short for what?

    • Photograph

    • Photosynthesis

    • Photographic

    • Photography

    Correct Answer
    A. Photograph
    Explanation
    The word "photo" is a shortened form of the word "photograph." A photograph refers to an image that is captured or taken using a camera. Therefore, "photograph" is the correct answer as it is another word for picture and the word "photo" is derived from it.

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  • 9. 

    Which Japanese film company takes its name from the mythological home of the Greek gods?

    • Konica

    • Polaroid

    • Kodak

    • Olympus

    Correct Answer
    A. Olympus
    Explanation
    Olympus is the correct answer because it is a Japanese film company that takes its name from the mythological home of the Greek gods. The name "Olympus" is derived from Mount Olympus, which is the highest mountain in Greece and is believed to be the dwelling place of the gods in Greek mythology. This name choice may symbolize the company's aspiration to reach the heights of excellence and innovation in the film industry.

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  • 10. 

    Which Japanese company's film comes in a distinctive green box?

    • Kodak

    • FujiFilm

    • Konica

    • Ebony

    Correct Answer
    A. FujiFilm
    Explanation
    FujiFilm is the correct answer because the company is known for its distinctive green box packaging for their film products. This recognizable packaging has become synonymous with FujiFilm and is often used by photographers to easily identify their film.

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  • 11. 

    In photography, a telephoto lens is used for what special purpose?

    • Close-Up Shots

    • Red Eye Reduction

    • Wide Angle Shots

    • Long Distance Shots

    Correct Answer
    A. Long Distance Shots
    Explanation
    A telephoto lens is used for long distance shots in photography. This type of lens has a longer focal length, allowing photographers to capture subjects that are far away with clarity and detail. It compresses the perspective, making distant objects appear closer and larger in the frame. This lens is commonly used in wildlife photography, sports photography, and any situation where the photographer needs to capture subjects that are not easily accessible or are at a significant distance.

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  • 12. 

    The developed film that contains a reversed tone image of the original scene is referred to as what?

    • Negative

    • Positive

    • Double Exposure

    • Photographic Print

    Correct Answer
    A. Negative
    Explanation
    A negative is the developed film that contains a reversed tone image of the original scene. In photography, a negative is created when light-sensitive film is exposed to light, resulting in an inverted image with dark areas appearing light and light areas appearing dark. This negative can then be used to create positive prints by projecting light through it onto photosensitive paper, resulting in a final image that matches the original scene in terms of tone and contrast.

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  • 13. 

    Which style of photography involves location scenes printed as postcards?

    • Still Life Photography

    • Editorial Photography

    • Photojournalism

    • Landscape Photography

    Correct Answer
    A. Landscape Photography
    Explanation
    Landscape photography involves capturing scenic views of outdoor locations, such as mountains, beaches, or forests. These photographs are often printed as postcards to showcase the beauty of the natural world and allow people to send picturesque scenes to their loved ones. This style of photography focuses on capturing the essence and grandeur of the landscape, highlighting its unique features and creating visually appealing images that can be shared and admired.

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  • 14. 

    A monochrome photograph uses variations on how many colors?

    • One

    • Ten

    • Five

    • Two

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    A monochrome photograph uses variations on one color. Monochrome refers to an image that consists of shades of a single color, typically black and white. In this case, the photograph utilizes different tones, shades, and intensities of a single color to create the image.

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  • 15. 

    Which of today's leading camera manufacturers was founded in 1934?

    • Nikon

    • Kodak

    • Polaroid

    • Fuji

    Correct Answer
    A. Fuji
    Explanation
    Fuji is the correct answer because it was founded in 1934. Nikon was actually founded in 1917, Kodak was founded in 1888, and Polaroid was founded in 1937. Therefore, Fuji is the only camera manufacturer listed that was founded in 1934.

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