NAB Content Creation & Production 2

Question 1

Which aspect ratio is standard for high-definition broadcast television in the United States?

Accepted Answer

16:9

Answer

16:9 is the standard widescreen aspect ratio for HDTV broadcast in the US, replacing the older 4:3 standard definition ratio.

Question 2

In broadcast production, what does 'B-roll' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Supplemental footage used to cut away from the primary shot

Answer

B-roll is supplemental or cutaway footage intercut with the main 'A-roll' interview or primary shot to provide visual context and variety.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a chroma key (green screen) technique in broadcast production?

Accepted Answer

To replace a solid color background with a different image or video

Answer

Chroma key composites two images by replacing a specific color (usually green or blue) in one layer with footage from another source.

Question 4

In non-linear editing (NLE), what does a 'sequence' represent?

Accepted Answer

The ordered arrangement of clips on a timeline forming the edited program

Answer

A sequence is the timeline in an NLE where clips are arranged in order to create the finished edited program.

Question 5

Which microphone pickup pattern is most commonly used for on-camera broadcast interviews to reject ambient noise from the sides?

Accepted Answer

Cardioid or supercardioid

Answer

Cardioid and supercardioid patterns are front-focused, rejecting sounds from the sides and rear, making them ideal for isolating interview subjects in noisy environments.

(NAB) National Association of Broadcasters Certification Practice Test

(NAB) National Association of Broadcasters Certification Practice Test

NAB Content Creation & Production 2