Which term refers to the white board used to record scene and shot numbers, and other shot data?

• A. Gaffer
• B. Slate/Clapper
• C. Boom
• D. Monitor

Answer: (B)

The slate, or clapperboard, is the white board used on set to record scene and shot numbers and other shot data. It helps identify exactly what’s being filmed and, when the clapper is snapped, provides a precise audio-visual sync cue for editors. The information written on the slate—scene, shot, take, and sometimes date, production details, and camera info—keeps footage organized for editing and dailies. Tools or roles like the gaffer (lighting), the boom (microphone on a pole), or the monitor (screen for viewing footage) serve different purposes on set, whereas the slate is specifically for labeling shots and syncing audio to video.