Art and Color Theory Quiz

Which color scheme uses only one color and its tints and shades?

• Complementary

• Monochromatic

• Triadic

• Analogous

Which two colors are opposite on the color wheel?

• Red and Orange

• Blue and Green

• Red and Green

• Yellow and Yellow-green

What is the term for three colors next to each other on the color wheel?

• Analogous

• Monochromatic

• Split-complementary

• Tetradic

Which tool is used to blend or soften pencil or charcoal marks?

• Ruler

• Craft knife

• Blending tool

• Easel

What is a "palette" used for in art?

• Mixing paints

• Holding brushes

• Drawing lines

• Sharpening pencils

What kind of paintbrush is wide and flat, good for large areas?

• Fan

• Angle

• Flat

• Liner

Which principle of design refers to differences in elements to create interest?

• Balance

• Unity

• Rhythm

• Contrast

Which element of art is a 2D enclosed area?

• Line

• Form

• Shape

• Texture

Which color scheme uses a base color and the two colors beside its opposite?

• Triadic

• Complementary

• Split-complementary

• Square

What is the purpose of an easel?

• Cut materials

• Store pencils

• Hold artwork upright

• Erase mistakes