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Radio Production Exam
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1
When recording your sources of information, which of the following are not required?
Resource name
Date of publication
Cost/fee
Reliability rating
2
In Radio and TV, what is a Watchdog?
A security guard
A guard dog
After hour listening
An independent monitor of power and influence
3
When interviewing somebody in a wheelchair, you should...
Don't bother asking
Make up their answers for them
Come down to their level
Not bother as this will be a waste of time
4
NOMS stands for....
NOT ONLY MAKE STATE
NATIONAL OFFENDER MANAGEMENT SERVICE
NON-OFFICIAL MANDATE SCHEME
NEVER ON MONDAY STANCE
5
News should always be
FALSE
Interesting and true
Speculative
Statements taken from the source
6
What time is the watershed?
2100
1300
1800
1900
7
Which of the following is not a way to make an audio recording
Using a studio
Using a microphone and computer
Using an audio recorder
Using sign language
8
Anonymity is
Analogue limits
The right to remain unknown
A non-legal term
A non-mitigating term
9
A pop shield can be used to eliminate
Swearing
P's and S sounds
Body odor
Cooking smells
10
A podcast is...
A pre-recorded radio programme
A fisherman's facility
A google extension
A capsule for washing dishes
11
The target audience for BBC Radio 1 Xtra are most likely
60+
Under 14s
16-24
30-60
12
Why should we evaluate our audio productions
To waste time
Because it is the right thing to do
We should not
In order to highlight the shortcomings and improve the original
13
What is the most serious danger of having a phone in?
The phone line might get cut off
There is no control over what the caller might say
The listener may get a large phone bill
There may be interference on the line
14
Post production is...
Anything that you do before the audio recording
Anything that you do without using your hands
Anything that involves a mic
Anything that you do after the audio recording
15
What time is considered to be "prime time"
2PM
The time when you should expect to have the most listeners
The least busy time of the day
Four in the morning
16
What equipment do you need to make a basic recording?
Mic, CD, Software, Headphones
Mic, PC, Software, Headphones
Mixing Desk
Apple MAC, Logic
17
Which of the following are not copyright issues?
Asking permission before you use the voice of others
Making sure you only play the best music
Making sure you have paid your PRS license
Making sure that you produce a playlist for your show
18
DAB stands for
Dont Ask Bernhard
Dynamic Assistance Beyond
Digital Analogue Broadcasting
Digital Audio Broacasting
19
Gain is...
Another word for volume
Another word for microphone
Gross Angle In Noise
Gain is a recording process
20
A policy helps you to...
Govern a process by the set rules
Write properly
Move around without detection
Stay occupied
21
A VOX POP is...
A voluntary population
A vocal pop song
A vocational post
The voice of the people
22
A Bed is...
Lovely
A hibernation zone
A rectangular object
Background music used to set the scene or tone
23
Who governs all content that you hear on the radio?
Lisa Gulley (Education manager)
Governor Ian West
OFFSET
OFCOM
24
A Narrator
The person who acts as the main voice for a show or feature
A Producer
A DJ
An MC
25
TalkSport is considered to be
A college style radio show
A music only radio show
A magazine style radio programme
A talk style radio show
26
The disadvantage of using a cordless mic is...
It may run out of batteries
You will get snagged with the cord
The mic MAY GET LOST
It will work underwater
27
Which of the following is not a 'multi-track-recorder'?
Audacity
Cubase
Logic
Windows Sound Recorder
28
How can books be used to develop radio content
Using facts and relevent information from them
You can use the paper to stay warm
You can use them to safely keep your script flat
You can stand on them
29
What are the characteristics of Internet or Pirate Radio
They do not require a license to broadcast
They do not play Grime
They will have an "On Air" sign on their website
They love rock music
30
The transport bar will contain the following?
Invert, echo, bass boost, pitch
Contract, control, compress, cache
Amplify, autoduck, autotune, normalize
Play, FWD, RWD, stop, record
31
A radio presenter should have which of the following skills
Don't bother asking
Ability to do party tricks
Come down to their level
Troubleshooting and conflict resolution
32
What type of radio programming would you expect to hear after 9PM?
Adult style content
Updates on traffic and weather
Child friendly content
Breakfast news
33
OFCOM is...
Only for microphones
Officially cold Mode
Original office mentors
Office of communications
34
A lapel mic will...
Help you organise your audio
Record without any other equipment
Help you dress yourself properly
Help you make a hands-free recording
35
What is the problem with NOT checking the facts of your information that you broadcast on the radio?
you might not earn as much money
You might give out false information and cause panic
There is no problem
You could contract an STI for the radio station
36
A consumer is...
The customer
The expert
A contributor
The chairman
37
ICT stands for...
If cats tired
I can teach
information communication technology
Informal constabulary tilt
38
An open question is...
A question with a door attached to it
A way to make someone feel awkward
A question that can be answered by saying either YES or NO
A question that cannot be answered with a YES or NO
39
How many beats are in a bar
8
7
4
5
40
You should stand this far away from the mic when recording...
6-8 inches
7-10 inches
2 inches
12 inches
41
What is an XLR?
A cable
A record label
A way to staple paper
A type of recording studio
42
A set of speakers can also be known as...
An input device
An output device
A conduit
A processor
43
Who should be the last person to listen to a radio show before its broadcast
The broadcast journalist
The producer
The presenter
The broadcast assistant
44
Music cannot be used to...
Emphasise emotion
Promote violence
Tell a story
Set the scene for an advert
45
Why is the scripting of your radio show important?
So that there is a record of what has been recorded
So that the show sounds organised
So the listener can find out how the show will go
46
What does USB stand for?
Universal Serial Bus
Universal Standard Bet
University State Benefits
Understanding Something Benefits
47
Tapes are no longer a good device for storing audio because...
The media format is outdated
Tape is only for use in switzerland
Tape is messy
Tape is boring
48
Non verbal communication could be...
Screaming
Making noises
Banging the table to make more noise
Sign Language
49
Prime time is...
Special time
The most commercial hours of station output
After hour listening
Breakfast radio
50
Why is precise timing important in commercial writing?
To make the time keepers prpud
To ensure that the message is relayed in the most effective way possible
To avoid sounding like other adverts
Because Timex invented commercials
51
PRS stands for...
Performing Rights Society
Proof, rights, stance
Personal resistance stand
Picture reality series
52
SFX can be used to...
Stop listeners from listening
Set the mood or tone
Change the TV channel
Make adverts sound awkward
53
What are the advantages of recording in the studio?
You can edit audio using audacity
You can record more than ine person at a time
You can add sound effects
54
Why may you use sting or an indent?
to advertise and promote the station or brand
Because its cool
To make up time
To fill any gaps
55
A request show is an interactive way of delivering a radio programme
True
False
56
Which of the following elements would you NOT expect to hear on the radio?
Sound effects
Music
The promotion of crime
Stings
57
A stereo recording...
Involves recording on the left and right channel
A recording made using stereo
is the way of making
Records audio on the one channel only (left OR right)
58
MC stands for
Master of Ceremonies
Method Charateristics
Microphone Controller
Movement Conductor
59
We use headphones in the recording process to...
Eliminate feedback
To keep the noise level down
To make sure your recording is private
To make sure you can hear all the audio clearly
60
Why is it important to create a script for your programme?
iT JUST IS
So that it sounds planned and organised
So that your tutor will be happy
To keep a record of what's been said for those who cant hear
61
What are the practical elements required to record a radio commercial?
A mobile telephone
A pen and paper
A MIC, PC, Software and headphones
A digital TV Signal
62
A Technician may be responsible for
Making sure that everybody is happy and cheery
Making sure that the equipment is working
The team tea and coffee
Nothing
63
What type of radio station is Capital FM?
University Radio
Pirate
Community
Private
64
When recording your sources of information, which of the following are not required?
Author
Information obtained
Cost/fee
65
Audacity can help you to
Filter through fake news
Organise and layer your audio with SFX
Get more phone credit
Get ideas for your new radio show
66
Interactive radio may involve the following
Eye contact with the radio presenter
Shouting at the radio device
Pointing at the Radio
Twitter, text and phone competitions, red button on TV
67
What is the recruitment practice for typical radio industry jobs?
Just employ without thought
Ask around and see who wants the job
Employ friends and family
Put out advert, accept applications, interview, award based on merit
68
A multi channel recorder....
Allows you to convert from WAV to FLAC
Lest you record without a mic
Is something you find in a service station
Allows you to layer multiple independent tracks into one recording
69
Audio can be organised using:
Folders
Stacking up your storage space
Printing
Long names
70
Which of the following are not sectors in the radio industry?
Pirate
Private
Community
Fiction
71
A condensor mic would usually be found in
A skip
A studio
A fast car
On stage
72
Added directions in a radio script can help to....
Move with the times
Support others who are involved in the presentation
Keep your money safe
Add volume
73
Audacity does not do the following...
Multi-track
Cut, Copy, Paste
Record
Use Plugins
74
What is meant by the term 'target audience'
A group of people that want to be employed
The bullseye on a dartboard
A term used to describe marketing
A group that you are aiming your product or service at
75
Radio 1 is over 50 years old?
True
False
76
Which of the following are NOT guidelines set by NOMS?
You cannot shout out your mum
You can only broadcast factual information
You are not allowed to promote crime
You can only use first names
77
Which if the following are not elements of a radio advertisement?
Rewards, terms and conditions, ident
Offers, Promotions and benefits
Wake and Bake, Rise and Shine
Call to action, Testimonial
78
To avoid echo, where would be the best place to record?
In the middle of traffic
In a bathroom
On the wing
In a private room with a carpet
79
DJ stands for
Distinct joke
Dont jealous
Disc Jockey
Delayed Journey
80
Private radio station make money from
Tax payers money
Extortion
Advertising and competitions
Fraud
81
What is propaganda
Improper disorder
Reporting that is bias and pushed for political gain
Prop for a drama
Proper duck
82
Which of the following elements would not be found in a Breakfast or Drive Time radio show?
Weather
News
Swearing
Traffic updates
83
Which of the following will you not hear on the radio?
Silence White Noise (Static)
Music
Human Voice
Adverts
84
A producer is responsible for...
Running around doing odd jobs
Delivering the show on time and within the set guidelines
Making the music
Shouting orders
85
The radio studio helps you to...
Record multiple participants at any one time
Stay away from trouble
To be a real MC
86
Accuracy is important because....
The news will not sound right without the facts added
The radio station has an obligation to report in a responsible way
Some people like to have the facts only
Accuracy is not that important
87
How can you keep up-to-date with radio industry developments?
Visit the local police station
Listen to the radio ad check the internet for updates
Ask your friends at HMP
Hide at home
88
What should I do if there is a fault with the equipment?
Cry
Try and fix it
Panic and run like hell
Report it immediatley
89
Where can I locate new audio without copyright affecting me?
Youtube
An open sourve archive
Ripped from CD
Spotify
90
Which of the following skills is not relevant for radio
Listening
Speaking
Writing
Hating
91
Which of the following elements should go towards making a good plan?
Activities
Activities only
Expected outcomes
Timings, actions, expected outcomes, participants
92
What are the basics of a magazine-style radio show?
Advice only
Music only
Talk only
A mix of everything
93
Mini Disk is still used in radio productions
True
False
94
Links are...
Section of recorded audio to introduce or sign off from a feature
Members of the opposite sex who may be interested in netflix
Parts of a gold chain
Nut and bolt additions
95
Which of the following are not health and safety issues?
Using adjustable computer screens
Making sure headphones are not too loud
Using adjustable chairs
Writing for 10 minutes
96
Pre-production is....
Anything that you do before the audio recording
Anything that you do after the audio recording
Anything that involves a mic
Anything that you do without using your hands
97
Silence lets the listener
Wake up
Do nothing
Think and make up their mind
Turn up the volume
98
If a radio programme breaks the rules, they may risk the following
They might get beaten up
A fine, broacasting ban and possible closure
they might get locked up in HMP
No risks
99
Which of the following is a single channel editor
Windows Recorder
VLC Player
Windows Media Player
Cubase
100
A radio producer is responsible for;
Their own self
Organising a radio programme and delivering it on time
Nothing
The team tea and coffee
