Floral Design Principles & Elements Quiz

Which of the following is the best description for balance?

• State of equilibrium, achieved when the components of the design are so composed they give a feeling of stability

• Relationship of the units in a composition to each other in size, quantity and degree of emphasis

• The place where all of the stems come together

• Using particular materials in composition to connect two things opposite of each other

Which of the following is the most common way of expressing harmony?

• Contrast

• Rhythm

• Transition

• Blend

Which of the following is NOT used to achieve contrast?

• Variation

• Opposition

• Transition

• Tension

Select the following which are secondary principles of dominance.

• Accent

• Contrast

• Emphasis

• Focal point

• Size

The use of principles of design follow the laws of (a)   .

Why is proportion important in a design?

• To create a pleasing arrangement

• To provide a stable arrangement

• To provide a feeling of luxury to a design

• To create an organized arrangement

Why is gray referred to as tone when it is added to color?

• Gray brightens the color

• Gray lessens the brilliance of the color

• Gray does not have an impact

• Gray is referred to as tint

John is working on a piece of art and is having a difficult time following a path visually. Which of the following should he add to help solve his problem?

• Balance

• Line

• Form

• Pattern

Why is focal point essential to a design?

• It dominates and calls attention to the entire design

• It is the main focus of the design

• It is the first thing seen in a design

• It is the only visible area of the design

Larissa’s floral instructor critiqued her arrangement as flat. Which of the following floral design principles did Larissa most likely forget to include?

• Balance

• Rhythm

• Depth

• Filler