‘An introduction to film sound’- Reading Answer Explanation – CAM- 11
Here are explanations of the Questions of passage named, ‘An introduction to film sound’ which is from the Cambridge 11 book. The Questions that have been asked are ‘True/False/Not Given’, ‘completion of sentences’ and ‘Blanks’. You will find the locations of the Reading Answers, Keywords(highlighted and underlined) and justifications.
READING PASSAGE 2: An introduction to Film Sound
| Question | Answer |
| 14 | B |
| 15 | A |
| 16 | B |
| 17 | D |
| 18 | C |
| 19 | D |
| 20 | TRUE |
| 21 | TRUE |
| 22 | NOT GIVEN |
| 23 | TRUE |
| 24 | FALSE |
| 25 | C |
| 26 | A |
Questions 14-18
Choose the correct letter, A, B, C or D.
Write the correct letter in boxes 14-18 on your answer sheet.
14. In the first paragraph, the writer makes a point that
A the director should plan the sound track at an early stage in filming.
B it would be wrong to overlook the contribution of sound to the artistry of films.
C the music industry can have a beneficial influence on sound in film.
D it is important for those working on the sound in a film to have sole responsibility for it.
Location: 1st paragraph
Explanation: The answer to this question is in the first line of the paragraph. ‘Though we might think of film as an essentially visual experience, we really cannot afford to underestimate the importance of film sound…’Here, ‘cannot afford to underestimate the importance’ means we cannot overlook the contribution of sound. Thus, ‘overlook’ and ‘underestimate’ are synonyms.
Answer: B
‘An introduction to film sound’- Reading Answer Explanation – CAM- 11
15. One reason that the writer refers to Humphrey Bogart is to exemplify
A the importance of the actor and the character appearing to have similar personalities.
B the audience’s wish that actors are visually appropriate for their roles.
C the value of the actor having had similar feelings to the character.
D the audience’s preference for dialogue to be as authentic as possible
Location: 2nd paragraph
Explanation: the main keyword to locate the answer is Humphrey Bogart. ‘Often with film characterization the audience perceives little or no difference between the character and the actor Thus, for example, the actor Humphrey Bogart is the character Sam Spade; film personality and life personality seem to merge….’ Here, ‘no difference’ and ‘similarities’ means the same. Moreover, ‘personality seem to merge’ means they may have similar personalities. Thus, the answer is A.
Answer: A
16. In the third paragraph, the writer suggests that
A audiences are likely to be critical of film dialogue that does not reflect their own experience.
B film dialogue that appears to be dull may have a specific purpose.
C filmmakers vary considerably in the skill with which they handle dialogue.
D the most successful films are those with dialogue of a high Quality.
Location: 3rd paragraph
Explanation: The answer to this question is in the third line of the paragraph. ‘It is interesting to note that how dialogue is used and the very amount of dialogue used varies widely among films. For example, in the highly successful science-fiction film 2001, little dialogue was evident, and most of it was banal and of little intrinsic interest…’Here, ‘banal’ and ‘dull’ means the same. Thus, the statement makes an answer very clear.
Answer: B
‘An introduction to film sound’- Reading Answer Explanation – CAM- 11
17. What does the writer suggest about Bringing Up
A The plot suffers from the filmmaker’s wish to focus on humorous dialogue.
B The dialogue helps to make it one of the best comedy films ever produced.
C There is a mismatch between the speed of the dialogue and the speed of actions.
D The nature of the dialogue emphasizes key elements of the film.
Location: 4th paragraph
Explanation: The main keyword ‘bringing up’ helps to locate an answer in the second line of the paragraph. ‘This use of dialogue underscores not only the dizzy quality of the character played by Katherine Hepburn, but also the absurdity of the film itself and thus its humor…’ Here, we can answer this question easily by using elimination method. ‘Absurdity of the film’ refers to the key element. Thus, the best option is D.
Answer: D
‘An introduction to film sound’- Reading Answer Explanation – CAM- 11
18 The writer refers to the ‘click’ of a door to make the point that realistic sounds
A are often used to give the audience a false impression of events in the film.
B may be interpreted in different ways by different members of the audience.
C may be modified in order to manipulate the audience’s response to the film.
D tend to be more significant in films presenting realistic situations.
Location: 5th paragraph
Explanation: The main keyword is ‘click’ and its reference is there in the fourth line of the paragraph. ‘For example, the ‘click’ of a door being opened may simply serve to convince the audience that the image portrayed is real, and the audience may only subconsciously note the expected sound…’ Here, ‘convince the audience’ means ‘manipulate the audience’. Thus, the given statement clarifies the answer.
Answer: C
Questions 19-23
Do the following statements agree with the information given in Reading Passage 2?
In boxes 19-23 on your answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
19. Audiences are likely to be surprised if a film lacks background music.
Location: 7th paragraph
Explanation: The answer to this question is in the beginning of the paragraph. ‘We are probably all familiar with background music in films, which has become so ubiquitous as to be noticeable in its absence…’ This line means that audiences are familiar with background music and they notice or likely to be surprised when the background music is absent. Thus, the answer is True.
Answer: True
20. Background music may anticipate a development in a film.
Location: 7th paragraph
Explanation: The location of the answer is in the fourth line of the paragraph. ‘In addition, background music often foreshadows a change in mood…’ Here, ‘anticipate’ and ‘foreshadows’ are synonyms. Thus, the audiences understand about the changes in a film with the help of background music.
Answer: True
‘An introduction to film sound’- Reading Answer Explanation – CAM- 11
21. Background music has more effect on some people than on others.
Location:7th paragraph
Explanation: The writer states about the background music and its effects on the audiences in the whole paragraph. But there is no comparison among people whether they are more effected or less. Thus, no information available.
Answer: Not Given
22. Background music may help the audience to make certain connections within the film.
Location: 7th paragraph
Explanation: The answer to this question is in the second last line of the paragraph. ‘Background music may aid viewer understanding by linking scenes…’Here, ‘help the audience’ and ‘may aid viewer’ means the same. Moreover, ‘connections’ and ‘linking’ are synonyms.
Answer: True
‘An introduction to film sound’- Reading Answer Explanation – CAM- 11
23. Audiences tend to be aware of how the background music is affecting them.
Location: Last paragraph
Explanation: The answer to this question is in the third line of the paragraph. ‘The effects of sound are often largely subtle and often are noted by only our subconscious minds…’Here, the writer means that the effects are only noted by subconscious minds. In addition, ‘subtle’ means ‘slight. Thus, the audiences are not truly aware about the effect.
Answer: False
Questions 24-26
Complete each sentence with the correct letter below.
Write the correct letter, A-E, in boxes 24-26 on your answer sheet.
24. The audience’s response to different parts of a film can be controlled
Location: 1st paragraph
Explanation: The location of the answer is in the third line of the paragraph. ‘The entire sound track consists of three essential ingredients: the human voice, sound effects and music. These three tracks must be mixed and balanced so as to produce the necessary emphases which in turn create desired effects…’Here, the writer states that if voice, sound effect and music are combined then the reaction of audiences can be influenced. Moreover, ‘combined’ and ‘mixed’ are synonyms.
Answer: C
25. The feelings and motivations of characters become clear
Location: 2nd paragraph
Explanation: The main keywords ‘feelings and motivations’ helps to find an answer in the beginning of the paragraph. ‘As is the case with stage drama, dialogue serves to tell the story and expresses feelings and motivations of characters as well…’ Here, ‘dialogues serve to tell the story’ clarifies that feelings and motivations of character become clear after listening to dialogues. Thus, the answer is clear.
Answer: A
‘An introduction to film sound’- Reading Answer Explanation – CAM- 11
26. A character seems to be a real person rather than an actor
Location: 3rd paragraph
Explanation: The answer to this question is in the first line of the paragraph. ‘When voice textures fit the performer’s physiognomy and gestures, a whole and very realistic persona emerges…’Here, ‘realistic persona’ and ‘real person’ means the same. Thus, the answer is E.
Answer: E
A when the audience listens to the dialogue.
B if the film reflects the audience’s own concerns.
C if voice, sound and music are combined appropriately.
D when the director is aware of how the audience will respond.
E when the actor s appearance, voice and moves are consistent with each other.
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