How to restore old photographs - Quiz
  • 1. What is the first step in assessing a damaged photograph?
A) Document the damage
B) Start retouching
C) Scan the photograph
D) Apply cleaning solution
  • 2. Which type of scanner is generally best for old photographs?
A) Flatbed scanner
B) Slide scanner
C) Sheet-fed scanner
D) Drum scanner
  • 3. What resolution (DPI) is recommended for scanning old photographs?
A) 150 DPI
B) 200 DPI
C) At least 300 DPI
D) 72 DPI
  • 4. What type of cloth is best for gently cleaning dust off a photograph?
A) Terry cloth
B) Microfiber cloth
C) Sponge
D) Paper towel
  • 5. What liquid should NEVER be used to clean a photograph?
A) Photo Flo
B) Distilled water
C) Water
D) Isopropyl alcohol
  • 6. What is a common cause of yellowing in old photographs?
A) Excessive light
B) Lack of humidity
C) High altitudes
D) Acidic paper mounts
  • 7. What digital tool is most commonly used for photo restoration?
A) Microsoft Word
B) Excel
C) PowerPoint
D) Adobe Photoshop
  • 8. Which Photoshop tool is best for removing small scratches?
A) Clone Stamp Tool
B) Spot Healing Brush
C) Eraser Tool
D) Blur Tool
  • 9. What is the purpose of using layers in photo restoration?
A) Faster processing speed
B) Increasing file size
C) Printing purposes
D) Non-destructive editing
  • 10. What adjustment layer can help correct color imbalances?
A) Curves or Levels
B) Posterize
C) Threshold
D) Gradient Map
  • 11. How can you reduce noise in a scanned photograph?
A) Increasing contrast
B) Noise reduction filters
C) Sharpening filters
D) Adding grain
  • 12. What file format is best for saving restored photographs?
A) PNG
B) GIF
C) JPEG
D) TIFF
  • 13. Why is it important to handle old photographs with care?
A) They reproduce easily
B) They are fragile
C) They are worthless
D) They are waterproof
  • 14. What does 'archival quality' mean in photography?
A) Inexpensive
B) Designed for long-term preservation
C) High resolution
D) Glossy finish
  • 15. What is the best way to store restored photographs?
A) Plastic sleeves
B) Damp basement
C) Direct sunlight
D) Acid-free enclosures
  • 16. Which Photoshop tool is used for replacing larger areas of a photo with similar content?
A) Magic Wand Tool
B) Paint Bucket Tool
C) Content-Aware Fill
D) Crop Tool
  • 17. What is a dry mounting press used for?
A) Adhering photos to mounting boards
B) Storing photos
C) Scanning photos
D) Cleaning photos
  • 18. What type of pen should be used to label the back of a photograph?
A) Archival-safe pen
B) Felt-tip pen
C) Highlighter
D) Ballpoint pen
  • 19. What does 'cropping' a photo mean?
A) Removing unwanted edges
B) Rotating the image
C) Adding a border
D) Changing the color
  • 20. What is the benefit of saving multiple versions of a restored photo?
A) To confuse others
B) To preserve the original scan
C) To make it harder to find
D) To take up more space
  • 21. When should you consider hiring a professional photo restorer?
A) For photos that just need cropping
B) For severely damaged or valuable photos
C) For slightly dusty photos
D) For photos that need a simple filter
  • 22. What is the effect of increasing 'contrast' in a photo?
A) Makes the photo blurry
B) Reduces sharpness
C) Changes the colors
D) Makes light areas lighter and dark areas darker
  • 23. What is the purpose of sharpening a photo during restoration?
A) To enhance details and clarity
B) To add noise
C) To blur the image
D) To reduce file size
  • 24. What does the term 'sepia tone' refer to?
A) A green tint
B) A blue tint
C) A black and white image
D) A reddish-brown tint
  • 25. Why is it important to wear gloves when handling old photos?
A) To protect against static electricity
B) To add a professional touch
C) To make them easier to hold
D) To prevent oils and dirt from transferring
  • 26. Which of these is NOT a common type of damage found in old photographs?
A) Fading
B) Digital corruption
C) Tears
D) Scratches
  • 27. What is 'feathering' in Photoshop used for?
A) Softening the edges of a selection
B) Sharpening an image
C) Changing the color
D) Adding a texture
  • 28. What should you do if a photograph is stuck to the glass of a frame?
A) Consult a professional conservator
B) Soak it in water
C) Try to peel it off immediately
D) Use a sharp object to separate it
  • 29. What is the function of the 'Clone Stamp Tool' in Photoshop?
A) To paint with colors
B) To copy pixels from one area to another
C) To erase pixels
D) To select pixels
  • 30. What is a 'burnishing tool' used for when dealing with photographs?
A) Smoothing down air bubbles during mounting
B) Applying protective coatings
C) Cleaning dust off prints
D) Sharpening details in digital images
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