How to look good on YouTube
  • 1. What is the most important aspect of a YouTube thumbnail?
A) Brand logo prominence
B) Descriptive text
C) Perfect lighting
D) Eye-catching visuals
  • 2. Which lighting setup is generally best for YouTube videos?
A) Natural light from behind
B) Three-point lighting
C) Single overhead light
D) Backlighting only
  • 3. What type of microphone is often preferred for clear audio?
A) Lavalier or shotgun mic
B) Computer speakers
C) Smartphone microphone
D) Built-in webcam microphone
  • 4. Why is it important to look directly at the camera?
A) Hides imperfections
B) Creates a connection with the viewer
C) Shows you are thinking
D) Ensures even lighting
  • 5. What is a good way to improve video editing?
A) Use transitions and effects sparingly
B) Add distracting background music
C) Use as many transitions as possible
D) Never cut out mistakes
  • 6. What is the ideal aspect ratio for YouTube videos?
A) 16:9
B) 4:3
C) 9:16
D) 1:1
  • 7. Why is good posture important on camera?
A) Makes you look taller
B) Conveys confidence and professionalism
C) Helps with breathing
D) Reduces back pain
  • 8. What type of background generally works best?
A) Simple and uncluttered
B) Completely white
C) Busy and distracting
D) Always changing
  • 9. What should you do with your hands while on camera?
A) Use natural and expressive gestures
B) Hide them out of view
C) Constantly fidget with them
D) Keep them completely still
  • 10. How can you improve your on-camera presence?
A) Practice speaking clearly and confidently
B) Avoid eye contact
C) Read directly from a script without practice
D) Speak in a monotone voice
  • 11. What is a good way to end a YouTube video?
A) Abruptly stop talking
B) Advertise another channel immediately
C) Just say 'goodbye'
D) Call to action (subscribe, like, comment)
  • 12. Why is video stabilization important?
A) Uses less data
B) Makes the video longer
C) Prevents shaky footage
D) Adds dramatic effect
  • 13. How can you reduce background noise in your videos?
A) Add more background music
B) Turn up the volume
C) Use a noise reduction filter or record in a quiet space
D) Ignore it
  • 14. What's an advantage of using b-roll footage?
A) Reduces video size
B) Keeps viewers engaged and visually interested
C) Replaces the need for lighting
D) Makes editing faster
  • 15. What does good on-screen text look like?
A) Constantly moving
B) Legible and easy to read
C) Covering the entire screen
D) Tiny and hard to read
  • 16. What should you do with the sound of your AC or fan?
A) Let it play in the background.
B) Use it as white noise.
C) Eliminate the sound with software or use an alternative recording location.
D) Turn up your microphone volume.
  • 17. How long should an intro be?
A) Nonexistent
B) Short and punchy
C) Irrelevant
D) Extremely long
  • 18. What is a good technique to keep viewers watching?
A) Only talk about yourself.
B) Tease upcoming content.
C) Speak as quietly as possible.
D) Make the video as confusing as possible.
  • 19. What camera resolution is generally considered the minimum for good video quality?
A) 720p
B) 480p
C) 360p
D) 1080p
  • 20. Why is wardrobe choice important for on-camera presence?
A) Avoid distracting patterns and colors
B) Always wear bright neon colors
C) Dress the same way for every video
D) Wear whatever is most comfortable, regardless of appearance
  • 21. What is a key benefit of editing out 'ums' and 'ahs'?
A) It uses more CPU
B) Makes you sound more articulate and confident
C) It gets rid of natural pauses
D) It removes all emotion
  • 22. How frequently should you change your set?
A) When it gets stale.
B) Never.
C) Every day.
D) When you run out of ideas.
  • 23. When on camera, should you use notes?
A) Only as needed to keep you on track.
B) Read the notes verbatim.
C) Memorize the entire video, word for word.
D) Never, notes are for amateurs.
  • 24. What is a common mistake when speaking on camera?
A) Mumbling or speaking too quickly
B) Using professional jargon
C) Speaking clearly and slowly
D) Speaking too loudly
  • 25. What is the purpose of color correction?
A) To add more distortion.
B) To make the video faster.
C) Ensuring consistent colors throughout the video.
D) To make the video black and white.
  • 26. Which of these video editing techniques is best to avoid?
A) Color grading
B) Adding background music
C) Overusing jump cuts
D) Using text overlays
  • 27. What should you do with negative comments?
A) Delete all negative comments.
B) Address constructive criticism and ignore trolls.
C) Reply angrily to all comments
D) Ignore everything.
  • 28. Why is good content important for YouTube?
A) Keeps viewers engaged and coming back for more
B) Increases video length
C) Guarantees virality
D) Improves camera quality
  • 29. How can you make your video more engaging in the first few seconds?
A) Start with a long, boring introduction.
B) Show your intro sequence first.
C) Don't worry about the beginning, focus on the end.
D) Hook the viewer with an interesting question or statement.
  • 30. Which social media is a good place to promote your youtube videos?
A) LinkedIn
B) Twitter
C) Teams
D) Slack
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