Office Exam One – Mid Course Exam

Office Exam One - Mid Course Exam

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Question 1

TRUE or FALSE: Two or more short practice periods throughout the day are better than one long daily period of practice.

A	True
B	False

Question 2

TRUE or FALSE: The ventriloquial voice may be higher or lower in pitch (tone) than the normal speaking voice.

A	True
B	False

Question 3

TRUE or FALSE: Resonance increases the carrying power of the ventriloquist voice as well as adding to its full rich vibrant quality.

A	True
B	False

Question 4

TRUE or FALSE: No ventriloquist voice is tightly squeezed or pressure controlled for its production.

A	True
B	False

Question 5

TRUE or FALSE: Vowels have smooth gentle sounds which normally flow primarily through the nose.

A	True
B	False

Question 6

TRUE or FALSE: If we consider the matter realistically, it is impossible to say all labials clearly without the use of the lips.

A	True
B	False

Question 7

TRUE or FALSE: Only a few select ventriloquists are able to actually throw their voice to some point apart from themselves.

A	True
B	False

Question 8

TRUE or FALSE: The ear cannot accurately determine the direction of sound; this is the principle that makes ventriloquism possible.

A	True
B	False

Question 9

TRUE or FALSE: You must use some type of ventriloquist figure or puppet when performing as a ventriloquist.

A	True
B	False

Question 10

TRUE or FALSE: When speaking, the mouth of the ventriloquist figure or puppet should completely open and close once for each syllable of every word.

A	True
B	False

Question 10 Explanation:

The mouth should move for every syllable, but does not need to open and close completely. That would look unnatural.

Question 11

TRUE or FALSE: The audience will always think less of the ventriloquist who makes an obvious mistake in his or her act.

A	True
B	False

Question 12

TRUE or FALSE: It is always best to ignore unexpected interruptions that may take place during the program.

A	True
B	False

Question 13

The next questions are multiple choice. Select the one that is the best!

It is very important that the audience see the ventriloquist figure or puppet moving:

A	while it is speaking.
B	while the ventriloquist is speaking.
C	continuously throughout the act.

Question 14

It is important to select a ventriloquist partner that:

A	appeals to you because of its character.
B	is carved from wood.
C	has several comedy animations.

Question 15

When performing, the eye level of the ventriloquist figure or puppet should be: (There are two correct answers here - so select both!)

A	higher than the eyes of the ventriloquist.
B	lower than the eyes of the ventriloquist.
C	even with the eyes of the ventriloquist.

Question 15 Explanation:

The eyes should be even or slightly lower than that of the ventriloquist. You should not look up at your figure or puppet, nor should you look down on him or her.

Question 16

One of the easiest ways to quickly warm the audience to yourself as you enter the stage is to:

A	smile sincerely and make eye contact.
B	let your vent partner flirt with a member of the audience.
C	begin the act with a song.

Question 17

The two most popular types of ventriloquism are:

A	Comedy and Singing
B	Gospel and Comedy
C	Near and Distant
D	Corporate and Childrens
E	Distant and Muffled

Question 18

What is the different between Near and Distant ventriloquism?

A	One is done close and the other far away...
B	Distant ventriloquism is a squeezed/controlled voice...
C	You talk louder for near ventriloquism...
D	They are basically the same.
E	I have no idea.

Question 19

How are magic and ventriloquism similar?

A	Many ventriloquists also do magic.
B	They are completely different unrelated arts.
C	Neither skill needs to be practiced very much...
D	Both are a type of illusion, magic to the eye, ventriloquism to the ear.
E	Many magicians and clowns do both in a show.

Question 20

Which are ways you can achieve voice contrast? (Remember to select the best answer.)

A	Tone, tempo, dialect and resonance.
B	Falsetto speech and inflection.
C	Copy a cartoon character's voice.
D	Speak louder for the figure or puppet.
E	Vocal contrast is not important and highly over-rated.

Question 21

The only way a person can learn to switch quickly from one voice to another is:

A	studying conversations.
B	practice.
C	watching television.
D	singing the scales.
E	picturing the process in their head.

Question 22

What is the easiest way to draw the audience's attention away from the lips of the ventriloquist?

A	Wear a mask.
B	Forget to put on make-up, if you are ugly they don't want to look at you.
C	Movement of the figure or puppet which brings it to life.
D	They will always be watching your lips - so practice until they don't move.
E	Work in the dark.

Question 23

What is the best way to refer to your ventriloquist partner?

A	By name.
B	As a tool or prop.
C	As a Wooden American or Mannequin American.
D	As a figure or puppet.
E	Never refer to them when not on-stage performing.

Question 24

Why should a slight pause be allowed just before the punch line?

A	So the audience doesn't expect it.
B	You shouldn't leave a pause or it will throw off your act.
C	Pauses make people believe you forgot your script.
D	So people can finish taking a drink or swallowing their food.
E	It makes the audience listen. Timing this allows you to deliver bigger laughs.