Visual Basic--photoshop Terms Quiz
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What tool allows you to lighten pixels in an image?
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Blur
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Dodge
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Smudge
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Burn
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This Photoshop Terms Quiz assesses your knowledge of key tools and features in Photoshop. It covers practical skills like using the dodge tool, understanding layers, and applying effects such as drop shadows and hue adjustments, essential for anyone looking to enhance their digital imaging expertise.
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____________________ is a filter that produces special effects by creating a look, object, or lighting effect that’s combined with your original image
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Sharpen
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Stylize
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Render
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Distort
Correct Answer
A. RenderExplanation
The correct answer is render. Render is a filter that produces special effects by creating a look, object, or lighting effect that is combined with the original image. This means that when you apply the render filter to an image, it will add a special effect to enhance or alter the appearance of the image.Rate this question:
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A Photoshop file has ____________ which are separate pieces to an overall image.
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Filters
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Blending modes
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Adjustments
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Layers
Correct Answer
A. LayersExplanation
A Photoshop file has layers which are separate pieces to an overall image. Layers in Photoshop allow users to work on different parts of an image independently, making it easier to edit and manipulate specific elements without affecting the rest of the image. Each layer can contain different elements such as text, shapes, or images, and they can be rearranged, hidden, or adjusted individually. This makes it possible to create complex compositions and apply various effects to specific parts of the image while keeping the rest intact.Rate this question:
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____________ is the range of color.
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Hue
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Saturation
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Blur
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Color balance
Correct Answer
A. HueExplanation
Hue refers to the property of color that distinguishes one color from another. It is the attribute that allows us to perceive colors such as red, blue, or green. Saturation, on the other hand, refers to the intensity or purity of a color. Blur is a term used to describe the lack of sharpness or clarity in an image. Color balance refers to the adjustment of colors in an image to achieve a desired effect or to correct any color cast. Therefore, out of the given options, hue is the most appropriate choice as it directly relates to the range of color.Rate this question:
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When a tutorial direction asks you to ___________ + ______ you are being asked to select everything that is on the selected layer.
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Alt+backspace
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Control+click
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Control+backspace
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Alt+click
Correct Answer
A. Control+clickExplanation
When a tutorial direction asks you to "control+click" you are being asked to select everything that is on the selected layer. This keyboard shortcut allows you to easily select multiple elements or objects on a layer by holding down the control key and clicking on each item you want to select. This is a convenient way to quickly gather all the elements you need for a particular task or action.Rate this question:
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A _____________ adds depth to an object.
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Marquee
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Drop shadow
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Brush
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Filter
Correct Answer
A. Drop shadowExplanation
A drop shadow adds depth to an object by creating a shadow effect behind it, giving the illusion that the object is elevated or floating above the surface. This visual effect can make the object appear more three-dimensional and help it stand out from the background.Rate this question:
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____________ are special effects to add to objects like lens flare, blur and posterize.
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Image Adjustments
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Adjustments
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Blending modes
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Filters
Correct Answer
A. FiltersExplanation
Filters are special effects that can be added to objects like lens flare, blur, and posterize. They are used to enhance or modify the appearance of an image by applying various visual effects. Filters can be applied to individual objects or to the entire image, and they can be adjusted to achieve the desired result.Rate this question:
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When you make a __________________ running ants will appear.
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Marquee
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Selection
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Correction
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Click
Correct Answer
A. SelectionExplanation
When you make a selection, running ants will appear. This suggests that the action of selecting something triggers the appearance of animated ants moving around the selected area.Rate this question:
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The layer style of ________________ makes an outline around an object or type layer.
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Stroke
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Bevel
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Color overlay
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Drop shadow
Correct Answer
A. StrokeExplanation
The layer style of "stroke" creates an outline around an object or type layer. This can be used to add emphasis or define the shape of the object or text. The stroke can be customized by adjusting the color, size, and position, allowing for a variety of design effects.Rate this question:
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__________________ is the purity of color.
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Hue
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Lightness
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Saturation
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Vividness
Correct Answer
A. SaturationExplanation
Saturation refers to the purity or intensity of a color. It measures how much a color is diluted with white or gray. A highly saturated color appears vibrant and vivid, while a desaturated color appears more muted or washed out. Therefore, saturation is the correct answer for the given question.Rate this question:
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The ___________ tool changes the magnification view of an image.
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Eye dropper
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Magnify glass
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Healing brush
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Zoom
Correct Answer
A. ZoomExplanation
The zoom tool is used to change the magnification view of an image. It allows users to zoom in or out of an image to get a closer or wider view. By adjusting the zoom level, users can focus on specific details or see the entire image. The other options listed (eye dropper, magnify glass, healing brush) are not specifically used for changing the magnification view of an image.Rate this question:
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The _______ tool to move objects on a layer.
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Arrow
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Direction
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Move
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Point
Correct Answer
A. MoveExplanation
The correct answer is "move" because it is the most appropriate tool for the given task of moving objects on a layer. The other options, such as arrow, direction, and point, do not specifically indicate a tool that can be used for this purpose.Rate this question:
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_____________________ provide a variety of effects—such as shadows, glows, and bevels—that change the appearance of a layer’s contents
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Layer styles
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Filters
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Blending modes
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Adjustments
Correct Answer
A. Layer stylesExplanation
Layer styles provide a variety of effects such as shadows, glows, and bevels that change the appearance of a layer's contents. These styles can be applied to text, shapes, or images and can enhance the overall look and feel of a design. They allow designers to easily add depth, dimension, and visual interest to their work without having to manually create these effects. Layer styles are a powerful tool in graphic design software that help to elevate the visual impact of a design.Rate this question:
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All of the following are tools in the Photoshop interface except....
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Pen
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Brush
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Clone stamp
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Remove
Correct Answer
A. RemoveExplanation
The question asks for a tool that is not present in the Photoshop interface. The pen, brush, and clone stamp are all tools that are commonly found in Photoshop. However, the "remove" tool is not a tool that exists in the Photoshop interface.Rate this question:
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There are ________ different screen modes to view the Photoshop interface by pressing the letter F.
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2
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4
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5
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6
Correct Answer
A. 4Explanation
By pressing the letter F in Photoshop, there are four different screen modes to view the interface. This means that pressing F will cycle through these four modes, allowing the user to switch between different views and layouts of the Photoshop interface.Rate this question:
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All of the following are image color modes except.....
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Cmyk
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Rgb
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Black & white
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Grayscale
Correct Answer
A. Black & whiteExplanation
The correct answer is "black & white" because it is not a color mode but rather a term used to describe images that only contain shades of black, white, and gray. CMYK, RGB, and grayscale are all different color modes commonly used in digital imaging. CMYK is used for printing purposes, RGB is used for digital displays, and grayscale represents shades of gray from black to white.Rate this question:
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The _______________ tool is used to desaturate pixels. De saturate means to make something black and white. Try each tool below and see which one does it.
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Sharpen
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Sponge
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Smudge
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Dodge
Correct Answer
A. SpongeExplanation
The correct answer is "sponge". The sponge tool in image editing software is used to desaturate pixels, which means to remove or reduce the saturation of colors and make them appear more black and white. This tool allows users to selectively desaturate specific areas of an image by brushing over them, giving them more control over the desaturation process.Rate this question:
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_________________ selection tools which allow you to select rectangles, ellipses and 1-pixel rows and columns.
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Lasso
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Brush
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Shapes
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Marquee
Correct Answer
A. MarqueeExplanation
The marquee selection tool allows you to select rectangles, ellipses, and 1-pixel rows and columns. This tool is commonly used in graphic design and image editing software to make precise selections and edits. With the marquee tool, you can easily outline and select specific areas of an image or graphic, making it a versatile and essential tool for many design tasks.Rate this question:
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____________________ is a setting used to manipulate an object such as distort, flip, rotate, or change perspective.
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Rasterize
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Free transform
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Adjustments
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Threshold
Correct Answer
A. Free transformExplanation
Free transform is a setting that allows users to manipulate an object by distorting, flipping, rotating, or changing its perspective. This feature is commonly found in graphic design software and allows for precise adjustments to be made to an object's shape or orientation. With free transform, users have the flexibility to transform objects in various ways to achieve their desired effects or changes.Rate this question:
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The ___________________ tools that let you use type, select, paint, draw, sample, edit, move, annotate, and view images
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Filters
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Adjustments
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Toolbox
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Layer styles
Correct Answer
A. ToolboxExplanation
The toolbox is the correct answer because it is a set of tools that allow users to perform various actions on images, such as typing, selecting, painting, drawing, sampling, editing, moving, annotating, and viewing. The toolbox is a fundamental component of image editing software, providing users with a range of options and functionalities to manipulate and enhance their images.Rate this question:
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