Principles of Design Quiz

What is the principle of design that involves creating a hierarchy or focal point to guide the eye to a specific element first?

• Balance

• Emphasis

• Unity

• Rhythm

Which principle of design involves weighting or arranging elements to create a visual, even distribution of shape and space?

• Contrast

• Variety

• Balance

• Proportion

What principle of design is about aligning all separate elements to work together in harmony through pattern, balance, and rhythm?

• Unity

• Rhythm

• Emphasis

• Proportion

Which principle of design can highlight differences or add a focal point by using opposing color, shade, or textures?

• Rhythm

• Contrast

• Variety

• Unity

What principle of design directs the eye through form with the use of repetition of shape, lines, or color and helps create mood?

• Proportion

• Balance

• Rhythm

• Variety

Which principle of design uses scale to compare single elements through size, dimension, and space?

• Proportion

• Unity

• Emphasis

• Contrast

What principle of design involves utilizing different shapes, colors, and textures to keep the overall image interesting?

• Balance

• Variety

• Rhythm

• Unity

Which principle of design is essential for creating a focal point by using color, contrast, proportion, and rhythm?

• Unity

• Emphasis

• Proportion

• Variety

What principle of design involves the use of repetition to create a sense of movement or flow?

• Rhythm

• Balance

• Contrast

• Unity

Which principle of design is about creating visual interest by using different elements in a composition?

• Proportion

• Variety

• Balance

• Emphasis