Lesson 6.1.6

6.1.6 Design for theatre, film and television Quiz: Pearson Edexcel Art & Design, Unit 6

20 questions

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Lesson 6.1.6, Design for theatre, film and television: 20 multiple choice questions for the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Art & Design (1AD0/1FA0/1GC0/1TE0/1TD0/1PY0), Unit 6: Three-dimensional Design, written with Revision Ninja.

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The 20 questions

  1. What are the three main design types named for theatre, film and television?

    • Clay, glaze, stone
    • Set, prop, costume
    • Paint, ink, dye
    • Metal, glass, wood
  2. What media can be used to create designs for theatre, film and television?

    • Organic materials only
    • Digital media only
    • Traditional and non-traditional
    • Recycled plastic only
  3. Which design methods are named for theatre, film and television in the spec?

    • Computer-aided only
    • Manual drafting only
    • Hand-sketching only
    • Digital and non-digital
  4. What is the primary function of a set design in a production?

    • Scenery and backdrop
    • Handheld objects
    • Lighting rig
    • Performer costumes
  5. What does a prop designer primarily create for a production?

    • Large backdrops
    • Stage lighting
    • Performer clothing
    • Handheld objects
  6. What does a costume designer primarily create for a performance?

    • Studio furniture
    • Scenery and flats
    • Clothing and accessories
    • Handheld props
  7. A stage backdrop is 9 m wide and is built from panels 1.5 m wide. How many panels are needed?

    • 7
    • 5
    • 9
    • 6
  8. What is the main purpose of building a stage model box?

    • Testing layout
    • Lighting programming
    • Actor casting
    • Costume fitting
  9. Which materials are typically used for constructing stage sets?

    • Steel and stone
    • Silk and wool
    • Timber and board
    • Glass and clay
  10. Why might a theatre or film designer choose non-traditional media for a prop?

    • Easier storage
    • Lower cost
    • Visual effect
    • Faster drying
  11. What is the primary communicative goal of a film costume?

    • Blocking light
    • Improving acoustics
    • Measuring scale
    • Expressing character
  12. What key details are shown on a costume sketch?

    • Camera angles
    • Sound frequencies
    • Wiring diagrams
    • Design and silhouette
  13. A stage set is planned at 1:25. A door on the model is 4 cm tall. What is its real height?

    • 400 cm
    • 29 cm
    • 6.25 cm
    • 100 cm
  14. What key factor must television set designers accommodate in layouts?

    • Outdoor weather
    • Audience seating
    • Natural sunlight
    • Studio camera angles
  15. What is a key benefit of using digital methods in film and television design?

    • Quick visualisation
    • Natural texture
    • Manual carving
    • Physical weight
  16. Which technique is best used to make a brand-new prop look aged?

    • Laser cutting
    • Clean polishing
    • Digital rendering
    • Weathering with paint
  17. Which two physical tools are standard for theatre design development?

    • Saw and lathe
    • Sketches and models
    • Clay and kiln
    • Loom and yarn
  18. What do costume designers consider regarding fabric and performer movement?

    • Thermal opacity
    • Electrical resistance
    • Stretch and weight
    • Magnetic charge
  19. What is the ultimate purpose of set, prop and costume design?

    • Decorating empty space
    • Advertising products
    • Showing technical skill
    • Supporting a story
  20. What essential quality must a film prop maintain across multiple takes?

    • Translucency
    • Durability
    • High weight
    • Soft texture

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