Animation II Quiz

What is the primary purpose of the squash and stretch principle in animation?

• To create the illusion of weight and flexibility

• To make objects appear rigid and stiff

• To reduce the number of frames needed

• To speed up the animation process

In a bouncing ball animation, when does the ball experience the most squash?

• At the highest point of its bounce

• Right before it stops moving

• When it makes contact with the ground

• While traveling upward

What happens to an object's volume when squash and stretch are applied correctly?

• It always becomes larger than the original size

• It increases and decreases randomly

• It remains consistent despite shape changes

• It shrinks every time it stretches

In character animation, how can squash and stretch be used effectively?

• By avoiding any changes to the character's shape

• By exaggerating movement to create a sense of liveliness

• By keeping all movements at the same speed

• By making every part of the body rigid

Which of the following best represents a natural use of squash and stretch?

• A rock stretching as it rolls down a hill

• A steel ball squashing upon impact

• A water balloon changing shape as it bounces

• A wooden block bouncing like a rubber ball

When animating a bouncing ball, what should happen to the ball as it moves upward after bouncing?

• It should disappear for a few frames

• It should remain completely circular

• It should squash as it rises

• It should stretch slightly to emphasize speed

How does squash and stretch contribute to the believability of an animation?

• It adds randomness to the movement

• It enhances realism by showing flexibility and reaction to forces

• It makes movements appear stiff and mechanical

• It slows down animation timing significantly

What is a common mistake when using squash and stretch?

• Applying too much squash and stretch, making it look unnatural

• Keeping the object's volume consistent

• Making subtle adjustments based on the material of the object

• Using it to emphasize weight and flexibility

Which of the following is NOT a key pose in a walk cycle?

• Contact

• Passing

• Recoil

• Rotation

What is the purpose of the contact pose in a walk cycle?

• It is the moment when both feet leave the ground

• It is when one foot first touches the ground while the other is lifted

• It represents the slowest part of the walk

• It shows the highest point of the character's movement