Shot Types and Angles

Question 1

Establishing shot

Answer 1

Sets the scene of the action introducing context. Involves shots of scenery and setting. Intended to show viewers where the events will take place.

Question 2

Over the shoulder shot

Answer 2

Shot type in which camera is positioned over someone’s shoulder. Usually used during conversation.

Question 3

High angle shot

Answer 3

Designed to make a person/object look much smaller than they are. The person/object is often swallowed up by their setting and become apart of a wider picture.

Question 4

Close-up

Answer 4

Shows enlarged view of a person/object, drawing attention to it, creating emotion.

Question 5

Extreme long shot

Answer 5

The focus is on the wider surroundings as opposed to any character. This allows the audience to see the surroundings on a larger scale.

Question 6

Low angle shot

Answer 6

Makes person/object seem larger, giving a sense of power.

Question 7

Extreme close-up

Answer 7

This shot is used to portray the smallest details of a character’s emotions at a particular part of the scene.

Question 8

Medium shot

Answer 8

A shot when a person/object is in the middle distance of a frame, still allowing some of the background to be seen.

Question 9

Point of View (POV)

Answer 9

Shot allows the scene to be seen through a particular character’s eyes. It is usually established by being positioned between a shot of a character looking at something and showing their reaction.

Question 10

Long shot

Answer 10

Shows people/object from a distance, often presenting a sense of size and scale. It also shows the relationship between a person/object and the surroundings.