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List four things that influence the nature of the artist-photographer's creative product.

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In both the camera and the __________,light enters a narrow opening and is projected onto a photosensitive surface.


A)  ​shutter 
B)  ​lens 
C)  ​human eye 
D)  ​aperture 
E)  ​video

F) All of the above
G) A) and B)

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A flash or whirl of abruptly changing images conveys the progression of time and events in a film is known as a __________.


A)  ​montage 
B)  ​flash-forward 
C)  ​fade 
D)  ​dissolve 
E)  ​longshot

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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What is a camera obscura,and how was it used by Renaissance artists?

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Explain why German director Leni Riefenstahl's Triumph of the Will is considered one of the greatest yet most damaging propaganda films of all time.

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Edward Steichen's __________,taken in 1906,is one of the foremost early examples of the photograph as a work of art.


A)  ​Future Expectations 
B)  ​Impression: Sunrise 
C)  ​Blue Period 
D)  ​The Flatiron Building-Evening 
E)  ​Evening Nocturne

F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

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The Artist's Studio,taken in 1837,was the first photograph of its kind and was produced on silver-plated copper by __________.


A)  ​Niepce 
B)  ​Talbot 
C)  ​Lumière 
D)  ​Nadar 
E)  ​Daguerre

F) All of the above
G) None of the above

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After the daguerreotype,the next major advance in the history of photography was the development of the __________ process,an example of which is Young Lady with an Umbrella.


A)  ​wet-plate 
B)  ​contact print 
C)  ​autochrome 
D)  ​heliographic 
E)  ​gelatin-silver

F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

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Compare and contrast the musical films of the 1930s with the photographs of Dorothea Lange and other Depression-era photographers.

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Which classic early color film depicted real life in black and white and imaginary life in expressionistic color? 


A)  ​Gone with the Wind 
B)  ​Citizen Kane 
C)  ​The Wizard of Oz 
D)  ​North by Northwest 
E)  ​Birth of a Nation

F) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

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List and describe the four ways in which black-and-white films differ and a fifth way in which color films differ.

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1. Visual Aesthetic: Black-and-white films have a distinct visual aesthetic that is characterized by the use of shades of gray and high contrast. This creates a timeless and classic look that is often associated with older films. 2. Emotional Impact: The lack of color in black-and-white films can often enhance the emotional impact of a scene, as it allows the audience to focus more on the characters and their actions without being distracted by vibrant colors. 3. Symbolism and Metaphor: Filmmakers often use black-and-white imagery to convey symbolism and metaphor in a more subtle and nuanced way. The absence of color can be used to represent themes such as morality, nostalgia, or the passage of time. 4. Nostalgia and Authenticity: Black-and-white films can evoke a sense of nostalgia and authenticity, as they are often associated with the early days of cinema and can transport viewers to a different time and place. 5. In contrast, color films offer a more vibrant and visually stimulating experience. The use of color can enhance the realism of a scene, create a specific mood or atmosphere, and provide a more immersive viewing experience for the audience. Additionally, color films allow for a wider range of visual storytelling possibilities, as filmmakers can use color to convey meaning and emotion in a more direct and impactful way.

Summarize three reasons for the lack of commercial and popular success of Matthew Brady's and Alexander Gardner's graphic Civil War scenes.Based on these reasons,formulate at least one other reason why there were few purchases of these works.

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A(n) __________ magnifies faraway objects and collapses the spaces between ordinarily distant objects.


A)  ​telephoto lens 
B)  ​f-stop 
C)  ​wide-angle lens 
D)  ​digital lens 
E)  ​aperture

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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Discuss some of the technological advances in computer graphics that have greatly expanded the horizons and achievements of artists.

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What is one of the major keys to success for a photojournalist?

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The "active layer" of film contains a(n) __________ of small particles of __________.


A)  ​negative; silver bromide 
B)  ​mixture; chromium 
C)  ​resolution; sulfur dioxide 
D)  ​emulsion; silver halide 
E)  ​solution; silver dioxide

F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

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The first photographic process to leave a permanent image was invented in 1826 and known as __________.


A)  ​daguerreotype 
B)  ​camera obscura 
C)  ​autochrome 
D)  ​heliography 
E)  ​bitumen

F) A) and C)
G) C) and D)

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Salvador Dalí and Luis Buñuel's 1928 surrealistic film Un Chien Andalou was intended by the creators to __________.


A)  ​generate a world of fantasy 
B)  ​allude to deep, hidden symbolic meanings 
C)  ​make the audience laugh 
D)  ​recreate the horror of the Spanish Civil War 
E)  ​evoke instinctive reactions of repulsion and attraction

F) C) and E)
G) A) and D)

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What company replaced autochrome technology with a more advanced color film process in 1932?

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In 1932, the Eastman Kodak Company replaced the autochrome technology with a more advanced color film process known as Kodachrome. Kodachrome was a significant advancement in color photography, providing greater color accuracy, improved sharpness, and longevity compared to the earlier autochrome plates. It became one of the most popular color films for both professional and amateur photographers and was widely used until its discontinuation in 2009.

Discuss how and why the art of photography is far more than a mechanical process.

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