Which shot shows the entire subject/character, full body?

• A. Medium Shot/Cowboy
• B. Wide Shot
• C. Close Up
• D. Establishing Shot

Answer: (B)

When you want to show a character in full, including their place in the scene, you use a wide shot. This distance captures the entire body from head to toe and also reveals enough of the surroundings to establish where the action is taking place and how the character relates to their environment. A medium shot would cut off part of the body, typically from the waist up, which is used for more intimate dialogue. A close-up tightens the frame to the face or a small detail, reducing context. An establishing shot is about introducing the location, usually from a distance and broad view, rather than focusing on the whole body. So the wide shot best fits the requirement of showing the full subject.