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What does the acronym GIMP stand for?
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GNU Image Manipulation Program.
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What is the primary function of GIMP as described in the text?
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It is a multimedia tool for image manipulation tasks like editing, collage creation, and drawing.
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In GIMP, what is the default file format for saving projects?
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.xcf
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What is the definition of a 'pixel'?
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The smallest illuminated area on a screen.
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In GIMP, what is the 'canvas'?
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The area where an image is inserted and modified.
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What does a single 'layer' in GIMP comprise?
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One image.
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Where is the GIMP Toolbox located by default?
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On the left side of the interface.
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How can you view a 'tooltip' that describes a tool's usage and shortcut?
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Hover the mouse pointer over the tool in the toolbox and let it rest for a moment.
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Which function key provides help about the tool currently under the mouse pointer?
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F1
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What is the purpose of 'cropping' an image?
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To remove unwanted areas of a picture.
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What is the keyboard shortcut for the Crop Tool?
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Shift + C
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Besides the Crop Tool icon, which menu path allows you to crop an image to a rectangle selection?
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Image $\rightarrow$ Crop to Selection.
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How do you create a copy of an image within the same canvas?
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By creating a new layer.
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Which menu and sub-menu contains the Move, Crop, Rotate, and Scale tools?
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Tools $\rightarrow$ Transform Tools.
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What is 'flipping' an image?
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Creating a replica of the image in the opposite direction.
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What is the keyboard shortcut for the Flip Tool?
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Shift + F
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What is the definition of 'scaling down' an image?
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The process of reducing the size of an image and its pixel count.
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What is the keyboard shortcut for the Scale Tool?
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Shift + T
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Which menu path allows you to change the resolution or dimensions of an image via a dialog box?
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Image $\rightarrow$ Scale Image.
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What does the resolution term DPI stand for?
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Dots Per Inch.
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What does the resolution term PPI stand for?
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Pixels Per Inch.
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Which menu contains the tool for adjusting image brightness and contrast?
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Colors.
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When creating a reflection effect, what background option should be chosen for the new file?
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Transparency.
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How do you duplicate a layer using the Layer palette?
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Right-click on the layer and choose Duplicate Layer.
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Which tool is used to create a flipped version of a layer for a reflection?
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Flip Tool.
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Where should the flipped layer be positioned relative to the original image to create a reflection?
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Just below the original image.
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What is the menu path to make the Layer palette visible?
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Windows $\rightarrow$ Dockable Dialogs $\rightarrow$ Layers.
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What Layer Mask setting is used to provide full opacity initially?
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White.
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What tool is used to add a gradient effect to a layer mask for a fading reflection?
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Blend Tool.
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What specific opacity percentage is suggested for the reflection layer in the text's example?
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65\%.
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Which tool allows you to add depth or skew to a reflected image?
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Perspective Tool.
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What are the RGB values for the color Black?
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$(0,0,0)$
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What are the RGB values for the color White?
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$(255,255,255)$
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Which tool is used to fill a canvas with a background color?
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Bucket Fill Tool.
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In the process of creating text as an image, what does the 'New from Visible' option do?
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It adds a new layer comprised of all currently visible layers.
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Which filter is invoked to blur text for visual effects?
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Gaussian Blur.
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What is the menu path to add a Plasma cloud effect to a layer?
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Filter $\rightarrow$ Render $\rightarrow$ Clouds $\rightarrow$ Plasma.
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What is the purpose of 'bump mapping' in GIMP text effects?
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To generate a fake 3D shape on a layer.
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Which command is used to fix a Floating Selection into a mask or layer?
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Layer $\rightarrow$ Anchor Layer.
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Which tool is used to repair image problem areas by 'painting over' them with pixel data from other areas?
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Clone Tool.
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Which keyboard key must be held down to select a source area for the Clone tool?
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Ctrl key.
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Which image format is universally accepted and provides good quality through compression?
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JPEG.
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Which image format is described as high quality and supported by all web browsers?
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PNG.
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Which bulky image format is supported by all image processing software for professional quality?
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TIFF.
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How do you convert a heavy .xcf file into a more portable format like JPEG?
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Use the Export option under the File menu.
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Which menu path allows you to permanently combine a layer with the one below it?
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Right-click the layer and choose Merge Down.
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What happens when you press the 'Enter' key while using the Crop Tool?
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The image is cropped to the selected area.
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In the reflection tutorial, to what percentage of the canvas height is the image scaled?
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Half.
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How do you close all open image files in GIMP simultaneously?
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File $\rightarrow$ Close All.
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What is the result of increasing the 'Brightness' slider in GIMP?
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It makes a dull image appear brighter.
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True or False: The Flip/Rotate tools are categorized under Selection tools in GIMP.
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False.
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What does 'DPI' technically measure in a professional context?
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Printer resolution.
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What does 'PPI' technically measure regarding digital displays?
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Display resolution.
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Which specific tool is used to remove a red text patch and merge it with the background in the textbook example?
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Clone Tool.
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When using the Clone tool, what does a 'reticle cross' symbol indicate?
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The tool is in source-selection mode.
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What is a 'collage' as described in the context of Samayra and Shirom's project?
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A collection of images clubbed together on one canvas.
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What is the purpose of the 'New' option in the File menu?
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To open a new canvas of a specified size.
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According to the 'Check Yourself' section, what should be checked when selecting a picture for an article?
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Clarity, information content, and size.
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What happens to the resolution of a GIMP .xcf file when exported to JPEG?
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The quality and resolution can be adjusted during the export process.
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Why is white text used on a black background when creating text effects in the textbook?
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To ensure the text is clearly visible on the dark canvas.