In shot terminology, which label describes a broad field of view used to capture the subject?

In shot terminology, which label describes a broad field of view used to capture the subject?

• A. Extreme close-up
• B. Medium shot
• C. Wide shot
• D. Insert shot

Answer: (C)

Shot scale defines how much of the scene is shown, and a wide shot describes a broad field of view that captures the subject within a larger environment. This framing is used when you want the audience to see where the action is taking place, how the subject relates to the surroundings, and to establish context or location. The subject is included, but the emphasis is on the expansive view rather than close detail. In contrast, an extreme close-up focuses on minute details, a medium shot frames the subject (often from the waist up) with some background, and an insert shot highlights a small detail through a quick cutaway.

Shot scale defines how much of the scene is shown, and a wide shot describes a broad field of view that captures the subject within a larger environment. This framing is used when you want the audience to see where the action is taking place, how the subject relates to the surroundings, and to establish context or location. The subject is included, but the emphasis is on the expansive view rather than close detail. In contrast, an extreme close-up focuses on minute details, a medium shot frames the subject (often from the waist up) with some background, and an insert shot highlights a small detail through a quick cutaway.