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Elements and Principles of Design

Total questions: 49

Worksheet time: 38mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
The primary colors are __________.
a)
Red, Yellow, Orange
b)
Green, Orange, Violet
c)
Red, Yellow, Blue
d)
Green, Orange, Blue
2.
Colors on the color wheel that are opposite each other are called ___________.
a)
Primary
b)
Secondary
c)
Intermediate
d)
Complementary
3.
Anything that is around and between forms, shapes, and lines is_________.
a)
Texture
b)
Space
c)
Shape
d)
Color
4.
This fireplace in this image is a good example of what principle?
a)
space
b)
emphasis
c)
radiation
d)
scale
5.
__________ is the equal distribution of visual weight in a design.
a)
Golden Mean
b)
Balance
c)
Scale
d)
Repetition
6.
This kitchen is a poor use of ________. It leaves too much empty room.
a)
space
b)
form
c)
line
d)
texture
7.
The clock in this picture would be a good example of unrealistic _________ because of the size.
a)
Scale
b)
Proportion
c)
Unity
d)
Emphasis
8.
The secondary colors are _________. 
a)
Red, Orange, Yellow
b)
Green, Blue, Orange
c)
Green, Orange, Violet
d)
Red, Yellow, Blue
9.
The fanlight window above the sink is a good example of which principle?
a)
Transition
b)
Opposition
c)
Radiation
d)
Gradation
10.
The wooden beams in this picture are a good example of which principle?
a)
Variety
b)
Repetition
c)
Gradation
d)
Radiation
11.

What kind of lines communicate feelings of relaxation and calmness?

a)

Vertical

b)

Curved

c)

Horizontal

d)

Diagonal

12.
__________ is the principle that suggests connected movement between different parts of a design, usually through repetition.
a)
Scale
b)
Balance
c)
Variety
d)
Rhythm
13.
The stone wall in this image is a good example of which element?
a)
form
b)
texture
c)
shape
d)
line
14.
This principle occurs when all the parts of a design are related by one idea.
a)
Unity
b)
Variety
c)
Rhythm
d)
Balance
15.
 What kind of lines communicate feelings of strength and dignity?
a)
Vertical
b)
Curved
c)
Horizontal 
d)
Diagonal 
16.
_____ is NOT an element of design.
a)
Color
b)
Line
c)
Function
d)
Texture
17.
What is it called when you add white to a color? 
a)
a tone
b)
a shade
c)
a tint
d)
more intense
18.
The artwork in this room is an example of . . .
a)
Balance
b)
Emphasis
c)
Harmony
d)
Proportion
19.
This picture is an example of a _______ color scheme.
a)
Yellow
b)
Red
c)
Cool
d)
Warm
20.
The following picture is an example of a ________ color scheme.
a)
Neutral
b)
Warm
c)
Cool
d)
Blue
21.
What color scheme is this?
a)
Monochromatic
b)
Analogous
c)
Triadic
d)
Complementary
22.
What is this called?
a)
Color Circle
b)
Color Prism
c)
Color Wheel
d)
Color Spectrum
23.
What are cool colors?
a)
purple, green, red
b)
purple, green, orange
c)
green, blue, red
d)
green, blue, purple
24.
Analogous Colors are:
a)
Across each other on the color wheel
b)
Next to each other on the color wheel
c)
Using the same color in Tints and Shades
d)
Triadic on the color wheel
25.
Using one color's tints and shades is called a  _____________ color scheme. 
a)
Monochromatic  
b)
 Split complementary
c)
Analagous
d)
Triadic
26.
šThe brightness or dullness of a color is called ____________.
a)
intensity
b)
value
c)
hue
d)
quality
27.
What color scheme is this?
a)
Split Complementary
b)
Analogous
c)
Triadic
d)
Monochromatic
28.
The lightness or darkness of color is called _____________.
a)
tone
b)
hue
c)
intensity
d)
value
29.
How could you open and expand a space?
a)
cluster furniture in one area
b)
use mirrors
c)
clutter objects in one area
d)
use area rugs
30.
Colors that are beside each other on the color wheel.
a)
Monochromatic color scheme
b)
Analogous color scheme
c)
Warm colors
d)
Color scheme
31.
Which of the following explains "Form"?
a)
Form is a 3 dimensional shape having depth, and height.
b)
Form is a 3 dimensional shape having depth, height and width.
c)
Form is a 2 dimensional shape having depth, height and width.
d)
Form is a 3 dimensional shape having height, width and area.
32.
________ is used to make certain parts of an artwork stand out. It creates the center of interest or focal point. 
a)
Movement
b)
Emphasis
c)
Contrast
d)
Rhythm
33.
The image is an example of ........
a)
Cross colors
b)
Complementary colors
c)
Tertiary colors
d)
None of the above
34.
These colors are opposite from each other on the color wheel:
a)
Tertiary Colors
b)
Primary Colors
c)
Analogous Colors
d)
Complementary Colors
35.
Three colors beside each other on the color wheel are also known as: 
a)
Analogous Colors
b)
Secondary Colors
c)
Cool Colors
d)
Complementary Colors
36.
Reds, Yellows, and Oranges depict feelings of heat, passion, and intensity. These colors are also known as:
a)
Cool Colors
b)
Primary Colors
c)
Secondary Colors
d)
Warm Colors
37.
What two colors would you mix to create Green?
a)
Red & Yellow
b)
Red & Blue
c)
Blue & Yellow
d)
Blue & Violet
38.
Blues, Greens, and Violets depict feelings of coolness, relaxation, and zen. These colors are also known as: 
a)
Warm Colors
b)
Cool Colors
c)
Tertiary Colors
d)
Analogous Colors
39.
What is the complementary color of yellow?
a)
Green
b)
Orange
c)
Violet
d)
Red
40.
What two colors would you mix to create Violet?
a)
Red & Blue
b)
Red & Yellow
c)
Blue & Green
d)
Orange & Red
41.

The color violet is often associated with feelings of luxury, royalty, sophistication, and wealth.

a)

True

b)

False

42.

According to color psychology, the color green is said to increase blood pressure and appetite in most people.

a)

True

b)

False

43.

Cool colors are considered advancing colors, meaning they make objects appear closer to you.

a)

True

b)

False

44.

When selecting materials for a design, you should consider the design function, quality, initial cost, maintenance, environmental implications, and long term costs such as repair or replacement.

a)

True

b)

False

45.

Geometric form creates an organized, tailored look through the use of squares, rectangles, and other geometric shapes.

a)

True

b)

False

46.

The Greeks developed guidelines for the use of proportion.

a)

True

b)

False

47.

All types of rhythm are based on some repetition.

a)

True

b)

False

48.

Visual weight is the perception that an object weighs more or less than it does.

a)

True

b)

False

49.

Architectural features like fireplaces or windows can be the focal point of a room.

a)

True

b)

False