Elements of Art and Principles of Design Quiz

How many elements of art are there?

• 7

• 6

• 8

• 5

What type of line suggests calmness in a composition?

• Curved

• Horizontal

• Diagonal

• Vertical

Which of the following is NOT an element of art?

• Contrast

• Texture

• Color

• Shape

What is the primary characteristic of form?

• Height, width, and depth

• Flat or 2-D

• Height and width

• Color and texture

What type of texture can actually be felt?

• Implied texture

• Tactile texture

• Visual texture

• Surface texture

Which property of color refers to the strength of a color?

• Hue

• Intensity

• Value

• Shade

What does positive space refer to in a work of art?

• The empty areas

• The actual subject matter

• The background

• The colors used

Which principle of design is used to make an element stand out?

• Balance

• Unity

• Emphasis

• Contrast

What type of balance is created when one half of a work mirrors the other half?

• Asymmetrical balance

• Radial balance

• Symmetrical balance

• Dynamic balance

Which principle of design involves the repeating of shapes or colors?

• Pattern

• Unity

• Rhythm

• Emphasis