Elements and Principles of Design

Curved lines are best used to create which of the following effects in a composition?

• Formality and stability

• Calm and relaxation

• Action and movement

• Freedom, softness, and a soothing mood

A designer wants to create a sense of natural freedom and softness in a logo. Which type of line should they primarily use, and why?

• Vertical, because it represents strength

• Horizontal, because it represents relaxation

• Diagonal, because it represents excitement

• Curved, because it represents freedom and creates a soothing feeling

Why might an architect choose to use diagonal lines in a building's design?

• To create a sense of movement and dynamism

• To make the building look shorter

• To emphasize symmetry only

• To avoid using any geometric shapes

How does the use of color in Saint Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow contribute to its design?

• It makes the building blend into its surroundings.

• It gives the building an immediate and profound visual impact.

• It reduces the building’s visibility.

• It makes the building appear monochromatic.

What effect does incorporating the use of space in your design have?

• It can enlarge or reduce the visual space

• It can change the color of the design

• It can make the design louder

• It can add more text to the design

Why does a rough surface appear darker than a smooth surface?

• It reflects more light

• It absorbs more light

• It is made of a different material

• It is always painted a darker color

Which principle of visual design is most closely related to the arrangement of elements to create a sense of equality or stability?

• Emphasis

• Balance

• Movement

• Contrast

What is the main purpose of balance in design?

• To create a sense of stability

• To add color to the design

• To make the design more complex

• To increase the size of the design

Which type of balance is also known as formal balance?

• Symmetrical balance

• Asymmetrical balance

• Radial balance

• Vertical balance

A designer arranges elements so that they radiate out from a central point. Which type of balance is being used?

• Radial balance

• Horizontal balance

• Asymmetrical balance

• Vertical balance