Which device is used to display script lines for on-camera talent to read?

• A. Teleprompter
• B. Lighting board
• C. Round of applause sign
• D. Cue cards

Answer: (A)

The device shown is used to display scripted lines so on-camera talent can read while keeping their eyes near the camera. A prompter hides just off the lens and presents scrolling text, often using a glass or beam-splitter that reflects the words toward the talent without being obvious to the audience. This setup allows natural eye contact with the camera, steady pacing, and fewer reading errors, which is essential for smooth, professional delivery.

Other tools serve different roles. A lighting board controls lighting, not the script. A round of applause sign cues the audience, not the talent’s dialogue. Cue cards can be used to display lines, but they require the talent to glance away from the camera to read them, which disrupts eye contact and pacing. The teleprompter is the best choice for reading lines on camera because it maintains the illusion of direct engagement with the viewer.