GD Module 2 Exam Pretest/Review/Practice

What is the term for combining art and typography in a stylistic way to convey a message, promote an idea, or express a feeling?

• Expressionism

• graphic design

• raster image editing

• 3D modeling

The following design represents this art movement, which translates as "nothing" and was popular from 1916-1924.

• Dada

• Art Deco

• Heroic Realism

• Minimalism

Which of the following are features of the Post-modern school of graphic design?
(Choose all that apply)

• experimental and free from strict rules

• loose definition of "art" and few rules

• desire to strictly follow rules and codes of classic art

• creates movement through geometric designs, type placement, and incomplete images

Which paragraph design critique essay should hook the reader, describe the basics of the piece, and provide a thesis statement?

• the body, or supporting paragraphs

• all paragraphs in your essay should do this

• the conclusion, or summary paragraph

• the opening, or introductory paragraph

What clues can you use to help understand the meaning and message of a work of art?
(Choose all that apply)

• The title of the art and the artist's own words

• The overall style that the artists chooses to use

• The value or commercial marketability of the piece

• Symbols, clues, and metaphors that are hidden in the piece

What are some ways that an artist can create movement in an image?
(Choose all that apply)

• use text to explain to the reader that the image should appear to be moving

• create lines and curves that a viewer will follow with their eyes

• show a sequence of images changing over time

• use curved, circular, or wavy paths to create radial patterns

True or false: The following image is an example of unpredictable rhythm.

• True

• False

What does it mean to use rhythm in a work of graphic design?

• adding blurring lines or motion blur to create the effect of movement

• adding musical elements, such as sound waves or musical notes, to an image

• using repeated patterns, textures, or images, used to create a visual "beat."

• using an italic typeface to imply motion and music

True or false: The following image is an example of quadrilateral symmetry.

• True

• False

What is the definition of "visual balance"?

• Balancing light and dark colors

• The way that the different parts of a composition relate to one another

• How level, or "balanced" a picture is when placed on a wall

• An artist who balances using many different media at a time