Complementary Colors Quiz

What are complementary colors?

• Colors that are on the same side of the color wheel

• Colors that are next to each other on the color wheel

• Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel

• Colors that mix to create gray

Which of the following color pairs are complementary?

• Red and yellow

• Blue and green

• Green and red

• Orange and purple

What effect does placing complementary colors next to each other in a work of art have?

• Creates harmony

• Increases contrast and color intensity

• Diminishes color intensity

• Mixes colors into a neutral shade

Which of the following statements is correct about complementary colors?

• Complementary colors are used to create a balance effect in painting

• Complementary colors cannot be used in the same works of art

• Mixing complementary colors produces shades of gray or brown

• Complementary colors are always the same in all cultures

What happens when two complementary colors are mixed in a painting process?

• A shade of white is created

• A shade of gray or brown is created

• A shade of green is created

• A shade of yellow is created

Which of the following complementary color pairs are on the color wheel?

• Red and green

• Yellow and orange

• Blue and orange

• Purple and yellow-green

How can artists use complementary colors to draw attention to an element in a work of art?

• By using complementary colors to create a contrast and focus effect

• By mixing complementary colors to create a calm atmosphere

• By using only warm colors in the work

• By using only cool colors in the work

Which of the following complementary color pairs are correct on the color wheel?

• Green and yellow

• Red and blue

• Orange and blue

• Red and purple

How can complementary colors influence the atmosphere of a work of art?

• They can create a calm and relaxing atmosphere

• They can create a strong contrast and dynamic atmosphere

• They can make the work appear unclear

• They can make the work appear completely white

Which of the following is an example of using complementary colors in a work of art?

• Using only black and white colors

• Using blue and orange to create a strong contrast

• Using yellow and green to achieve a calm atmosphere

• Using red and red to create unity