An Introduction to Film Sound: Reading answers

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Answers 14–26

1. 14

   In the first paragraph, the writer makes a point that

   B: it would be wrong to overlook the contribution of sound to the artistry of films. Multiple choice

2. 15

   One reason that the writer refers to Humphrey Bogart is to exemplify

   A: he importance of the actor and the character appearing to have similar personalities. Multiple choice

3. 16

   In the third paragraph, the writer suggests that

   B: film dialogue that appears to be dull may have a specific purpose. Multiple choice

4. 17

   What does the writer suggest about Bringing Up Baby?

   D: The nature of the dialogue emphasises key elements of the film. Multiple choice

5. 18

   The writer refers to the 'click' of a door to make the point that realistic sounds

   C: may be modified in order to manipulate the audience's response to the film. Multiple choice

6. 19

   Audiences are likely to be surprised if a film lacks background music.

   TRUE True / False / Not Given

7. 20

   Background music may anticipate a development in a film.

   TRUE True / False / Not Given

8. 21

   Background music has more effect on some people than on others.

   NOT GIVEN True / False / Not Given

9. 22

   Background music may help the audience to make certain connections within the film.

   TRUE True / False / Not Given

10. 23

    Audiences tend to be aware of how the background music is affecting them.

    FALSE True / False / Not Given

11. 24

    The audience's response to different parts of a film can be controlled

    C: if voice, sound and music are combined appropriately. Matching sentence endings

12. 25

    The feelings and motivations of characters become clear

    A: when the audience listens to the dialogue. Matching sentence endings

13. 26

    A character seems to be a real person rather than an actor

    E: when the actor's appearance, voice and moves are consistent with each other. Matching sentence endings

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