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