Quiz on Principles of Light and Shadow

What is a device that utilizes a flashtube for high-speed illumination?

• Speedlight

• Reflector

• Diffuser

• Strobe

What type of light creates fewer shadows and has a softer differentiation between light and shadow?

• Soft Light

• High Key

• Hard Light

• Natural Light

Which type of light is characterized by harsh shadows and a big difference between lit areas and dark?

• Natural Light

• Soft Light

• Low Key

• Hard Light

What is an example of natural light during an outdoor shoot?

• Light from the sun

• Light from lamps

• Light from fluorescent bulbs

• Light from candles

What is the purpose of a diffuser in photography?

• To absorb light

• To reflect light

• To make light softer

• To create harsh shadows

What does a reflector do in photography?

• Absorbs light

• Distributes light evenly

• Creates shadows

• Shines more light onto a subject

What is the trend in high key photography?

• More light and fewer shadows

• Less light overall

• Equal light and shadow

• More shadows and less light

In low key photography, what is the typical lighting setup?

• Very bright and harsh

• Natural and darker

• Very colorful

• Completely dark

What is a characteristic of low light photography?

• Requires bright lighting

• Requires a tripod

• Uses only natural light

• Does not require planning

What is the main advantage of using strobes in photography?

• They allow previewing the photo during the shoot

• They provide continuous light

• They create softer shadows

• They are less expensive