Elements And Principles Of Art - Quiz With Answers
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Check out the informative online quiz, designed to assess quiz takers' understanding of the elements and principles of art. Do your personal best to win the highest score. Read all the questions and answers thoroughly before you answer. You would find this quiz interesting if you are an art fan, which is all about paint, pencils, markers, and stencils. Have fun and let all your friends know about this quiz so they can find out how much they know about the principles and elements of art.
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Pick the best answer to describe SHAPE.
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A principle of art that deals with height and width.
- B.
An element that refers to the area between, around, and/or within things.
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Triangles, squares, cylinders, rectangles, ovals, and circles.
- D.
An element that is concerned with height and width and that encloses space.
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An element that is concerned with depth; and that encloses space.
Correct Answer
D. An element that is concerned with height and width and that encloses space.Explanation
Remember, shapes are enclosed. They are also 2-dimensional. They have height and width.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which element of art is concerned with reflected light?
- A.
Contrast
- B.
Value
- C.
Color
- D.
Pattern
- E.
Texture
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C. ColorExplanation
Color is the element of art that is concerned with reflected light. Color is created when light reflects off an object and the human eye perceives different wavelengths of light as different colors. The way an object absorbs or reflects light determines its color. Therefore, color is directly related to the reflection of light and is the element of art that explores the different hues, shades, and tones that can be created through the interaction of light and objects.Rate this question:
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Which principle of art refers to how art elements help direct a viewer's eyes through a work of art?
- A.
Space
- B.
Rhythm
- C.
Balance
- D.
Emphasis
- E.
Movement
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E. MovementExplanation
Movement refers to the principle of art that involves the use of art elements to create the illusion of action or to guide the viewer's eye through a work of art. It can be achieved through the use of lines, shapes, colors, and other elements that create a sense of motion or flow. Movement can add energy and dynamism to a composition, creating a sense of rhythm and visual interest.Rate this question:
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Texture is... (Hint: There might be more than one right answer.)
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Something that Mr. Maurer often has his students experience during his Fear Factor lessons. (A reference to Walt Morey Middle School's Drama teacher.)
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An element of art that is hard most of the time.
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An element of art that is easy most of the time.
- D.
How something feels or how it looks like it would feel.
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Not something that you see, but rather something that you feel.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Something that Mr. Maurer often has his students experience during his Fear Factor lessons. (A reference to Walt Morey Middle School's Drama teacher.)
D. How something feels or how it looks like it would feel. -
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_________________ is an element of art that refers to lightness and darkness in an artwork.
Correct Answer(s)
ValueExplanation
Movement, in regards to the principle of art, is not about the illusion of motion. It is all about creating pathways to direct or lead a person's eyes through the piece.Rate this question:
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Which element of art refers to the distance or area between, around, or within things?
- A.
Emphasis
- B.
Texture
- C.
Contrast
- D.
Space
- E.
Rhythm
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D. SpaceExplanation
Space is the element of art that refers to the distance or area between, around, or within things. It is the perception of depth and three-dimensionality in a two-dimensional artwork. Space can be used to create a sense of perspective, depth, and scale in a composition. It can also be manipulated to create a sense of openness or confinement, and to establish the relationship between objects in an artwork.Rate this question:
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The pattern is a principle of art that is created...
- A.
When your mama gets dressed for work.
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When lines are used over and over again.
- C.
When an art element (or elements) is repeated in a planned or random way over and over again.
- D.
When lines and shapes are used in combination with different colors.
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Only when their is rhythm in a design.
Correct Answer
C. When an art element (or elements) is repeated in a planned or random way over and over again.Explanation
The result is an enhanced surface of a painting or sculpture.Rate this question:
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Rhythm is...
- A.
An element of art that shows the repetition of visual motion.
- B.
A principle of art that uses repetition to show visual motion.
- C.
How an artist directs a viewer's attention in a work of art.
- D.
Simply a fancy way to say tappin' your feet to the beat.
- E.
A principle of art that shows repetition.
Correct Answer
B. A principle of art that uses repetition to show visual motion.Explanation
If something is repeated so as to seem like something is moving or that there is a feeling of motion because of that repetition, then that is the principle rhythm.Rate this question:
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Balance is...
- A.
A principle of art that just makes a piece "feel" right.
- B.
A principle of art that deals with visual weight.
- C.
A principle of art that can be described as either symmetrical or asymmetrical.
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
Balance is a principle of art that refers to the distribution of visual weight in a composition. It is what makes a piece feel visually harmonious and "right." Balance can be achieved through symmetrical or asymmetrical arrangements, where symmetrical balance is achieved by mirroring elements on either side of a central axis, and asymmetrical balance is achieved through the careful arrangement of different elements to create equilibrium. Therefore, all of the given statements accurately describe balance as a principle of art.Rate this question:
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Form is... (Hint: You will choose more than one answer for this one.)
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An element of art that has depth.
- B.
A principle of art that has depth.
- C.
Two-dimensional, meaning it has two dimensions.
- D.
Three dimensional, meaning it has three dimensions.
- E.
Something you learned to create this year during the Stack Ups project and the one-point perspective drawing.
Correct Answer(s)
A. An element of art that has depth.
D. Three dimensional, meaning it has three dimensions.
E. Something you learned to create this year during the Stack Ups project and the one-point perspective drawing.Explanation
The correct answer choices explain that form is an element of art that has depth, meaning it is three-dimensional. It also mentions that form is something that was learned during the Stack Ups project and the one-point perspective drawing.Rate this question:
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_________________________________ is the principle of art that creates dominance and focus in an artwork.
Correct Answer(s)
EmphasisExplanation
Emphasis is the principle of art that creates dominance and focus in an artwork. It is achieved by using contrasting elements such as color, size, shape, or placement to draw the viewer's attention to a specific area or object within the composition. By creating emphasis, artists can guide the viewer's gaze and highlight the most important elements of their work, adding visual interest and impact.Rate this question:
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