Photography Essentials Quiz

What is the term used to describe the point in a photo that draws the viewer's attention?

• Center of interest

• Varying angle

• Depth of field

• Leading lines

Which angle is generally more pleasing in photography?

• Straight-on

• Higher view

• Lower view

• Diagonal view

What technique creates depth and perspective in a photo by putting certain elements out of focus?

• Center of interest

• Varying angle

• Depth of field

• Leading lines

What compositional technique uses lines to guide the viewer's eye towards the center of interest?

• Center of interest

• Varying angle

• Depth of field

• Leading lines

Which technique is used to isolate the subject and reduce background clutter in a photo?

• Center of interest

• Varying angle

• Simplicity

• Pattern and repetition

What technique involves capturing the peak of emotion in a photo?

• Peak of emotion

• Balance

• Rule of thirds

• Framing

Which compositional technique involves placing elements in a photo in a way that creates a sense of balance?

• Center of interest

• Varying angle

• Balance

• Rule of thirds

What technique involves capturing the subject in the intersections of a tic-tac-toe board in the viewfinder?

• Center of interest

• Varying angle

• Rule of thirds

• Framing

Which technique involves using structures, nature, or shadows to create frames for the subject in a photo?

• Center of interest

• Varying angle

• Rule of thirds

• Framing

What is the term used to describe the ethical guidelines for photojournalism?

• Understanding Ethics

• Don't Alter Without Clarification

• Contouring

• Don't Misrepresent Reality