8th grade Drawing Unit Vocabulary

What is a plumb line used for in art and design?

• To measure the weight of an object

• To determine vertical alignment

• To create a radial balance

• To draw a horizon line

Which type of balance involves elements arranged around a central point?

• Asymmetrical balance

• Symmetrical balance

• Radial balance

• Linear perspective

In art, what does the term "scale" refer to?

• The weight of an object

• The size of an object in relation to another object

• The color intensity of an object

• The texture of an object

What is the purpose of a vanishing point in perspective drawing?

• To create a focal point

• To establish a horizon line

• To give the illusion of depth

• To measure proportion

Which of the following best describes asymmetrical balance?

• Elements are identical on both sides

• Elements are different but still create a balanced composition

• Elements are arranged in a circular pattern

• Elements are aligned vertically

What is the horizon line in a perspective drawing?

• The line where the sky meets the ground

• The line that divides the canvas in half

• The line that indicates the top of an object

• The line that shows the vanishing point

Which term refers to the relationship between the size of different elements in a composition?

• Scale

• Proportion

• Value

• Balance

What does "1-point perspective" mean in art?

• A drawing with one vanishing point

• A drawing with two vanishing points

• A drawing with no vanishing points

• A drawing with multiple vanishing points

Which of the following techniques can create the illusion of space in a drawing?

• Overlap

• Shading

• Placement

• All of the above

What is the main difference between vertical and horizontal lines?

• Vertical lines are parallel to the horizon

• Horizontal lines are perpendicular to the horizon

• Vertical lines run up and down, while horizontal lines run side to side

• Horizontal lines are always longer than vertical lines