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Art Terminology Quiz

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 26mins

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Class
Date
1.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Primary Colors".

a)

Red, Blue, Yellow

b)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

c)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

d)

The building blocks of all artwork

e)

Objects in the front of the artwork

2.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Value".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Objects in the front of the artwork

e)

Showing lightness to darkness (gradation)

3.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Repetition".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Objects in the front of the artwork

e)

The repeating of a shape, color, line, etc.

4.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Contrast".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Opposites (such as large vs small, dark vs light)

e)

Objects in the back of the artwork

5.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Elements of Art".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Objects in the front of the artwork

e)

An example would be circle, triangle, circle, triangle...

6.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Texture".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Objects in the front of the artwork

e)

Using lines, shapes, etc to lead the viewer through the artwork

7.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Pattern".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

An example would be circle, triangle, circle, triangle...

e)

The repeating of a shape, color, line, etc.

8.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Foreground".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

Objects in the front of the artwork

d)

Using lines, shapes, etc to lead the viewer through the artwork

e)

Objects in the back of the artwork

9.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Background".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

Objects in the front of the artwork

d)

Using lines, shapes, etc to lead the viewer through the artwork

e)

Objects in the back of the artwork

10.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Secondary Colors".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Green, Purple, Orange

e)

Objects in the back of the artwork

11.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Movement".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Using lines, shapes, etc to lead the viewer through the artwork

e)

Showing lightness to darkness (gradation)

12.

Choose the definition that matches the term "Still Life".

a)

Surface quality in a work of art (ex. Tree bark)

b)

Still objects that are observed and drawn

c)

The building blocks of all artwork

d)

Objects in the front of the artwork

e)

Objects in the back of the artwork

13.

Which are complementary colors?

a)

colors that are across from each other

b)

colors that are mixed together

c)

colors that are right beside each other

d)

Red, Orange, Yellow

14.

What is positive space in art?

a)

Space that is the main focal point of the work

b)

Space that is in the background

c)

Space that shows only the negative space

d)

Space that only the viewer can see

15.

Which is an example of a monochromatic color scheme?

a)
Using different shades, tones, and tints of a single color.
b)
Mixing warm and cool colors
c)
Using complementary colors
d)
Incorporating all colors of the rainbow
16.

Which colors are neutral colors?

a)
Green
b)
Red
c)
Black, white, gray, beige
d)
Blue
17.

Cool colors include green, blue, and purple.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

Form is a 3D shape (showing width, height, and depth).

a)

True

b)

False

19.

The focal point is the smallest thing in the artwork and NOT the main thing.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

An observational drawing is when you look at an object and draw it.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Sketchbooks are used ONLY for drawing.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

Art criticism is when you look at a piece of art and make a judgment about it.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Proportions show how the color wheel works.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

Who is this Artist?

a)

Leonardo da Vinci

b)

Pablo Picasso

c)

Vincent van Gogh,

d)

Jean Michael Basquiat

25.

Describe what the difference is between 2D and 3D art.

a)
2D art is only for children, while 3D art is for adults
b)
The difference is in the color palette used
c)

2D art exists primarily on a flat, two-dimensional plane, while 3D art occupies 3D space with a measurable height, width, and depth.

d)
2D art is always digital, while 3D art is always traditional
26.

What art career is this?

a)
Photographer
b)

Printmaking

c)
Sculptor
d)
Painter
27.

What are the four main art forms?

a)
Dance, sculpture, architecture, photography
b)
Culinary arts, fashion design, graphic design, interior design
c)

Poetry, drama, cinema, television

d)

Visual arts, dance, performing arts(theatre), and music

28.

Describe the difference between Abstract, Non-representational, and Realistic styles of artwork.

a)
Abstract art focuses on music, Non-representational art focuses on literature, Realistic art focuses on dance
b)
Abstract art emphasizes texture, Non-representational art emphasizes smell, Realistic art emphasizes taste
c)
Abstract art focuses on shapes, colors, and forms that may not represent any specific object or scene. Non-representational art does not depict recognizable objects or scenes, instead emphasizing elements like line, shape, and color. Realistic art aims to accurately depict the visual appearance of objects or scenes.
d)
Abstract art depicts recognizable objects, Non-representational art depicts specific scenes, Realistic art depicts abstract shapes
29.

This is a an example of a (a)  

30.

This is an example of____________

a)

2-dimensional Form

b)

One Point Perspective

c)

3-Dimensional Form

d)

Two Point Perspective

31.

What is the name of this artist?

a)

Frida Kahlo

b)

Kara Walker

c)

Faith Ringgold

d)

Yayoi Kusama

32.

What is a landscape?

a)
A landscape is a type of painting.
b)
A landscape is a type of music genre.
c)
A landscape is a type of dessert.
d)
A landscape is the visible features of an area of land.
33.

What is a gesture drawing?

a)

is a detailed, realistic portrait of a subject.

b)

uses continues lines to create an image

c)

is only done with precise measurements and proportions.

d)

is a quick, loose drawing that captures the essence and movement of a subject.

34.

Who created the "Starry Night"?

a)

Vincent van Gogh

b)
Claude Monet
c)

Faith Ringgold

d)
Pablo Picasso
35.

This element gives reference to lighting or shadows.

a)

Color

b)

Value

c)

Space

36.

This is the term for a broad category of art.

a)

Style

b)

Genre

c)

Medium

d)

Studio Habits

37.

something that deceives by producing a false or misleading impression  of reality.

a)

illusion

b)

call

c)

agent

d)

attention

38.

How does the use of bold colors in abstract art affect viewer perception?

a)

It creates a sense of movement

b)

It diminishes emotional impact

c)

It enhances visual impact

d)

It confuses the viewer

39.

Which famous abstract artist was known for their innovative use of drip painting?

a)

Mark Rothko

b)

Wassily Kandinsky

c)

Jackson Pollock

d)

Piet Mondrian

40.

What is Watercolour?

a)

Colours that are the colour of water

b)

A paint technique where water is added to make the consistency 'watery'.

c)

Colours where water is the theme.

d)

A paint technique that artists use whilst swimming.

41.

What does the term impasto mean?

a)

paint applied thickly

b)

watercolor

c)

small dots of paint

d)

use of unnatural colors

42.

Which technique can be used to create depth in a painting?

a)

Using warmer colors

b)

Applying thicker texture on the foreground

c)

Overlapping elements

d)

Using only geometric shapes

43.

What is a mosaic?

a)

is a type of art form

b)

is a type of drawing techqniue

c)
A mosaic is a piece of art or image made from the assemblage of small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials.
d)

more than pottery and dishes: clay, bricks, tiles, glass, and cement are probably the best-known examples.

44.

This element can be vertical, horizontal, diagonal, curved, zig-zag.

a)

Color

b)

Texture

c)

Line

45.

What is an impression in ceramics?

a)
A method of firing clay at a high temperature
b)
A tool for cutting clay
c)
A mark or design made on the surface of clay before firing.
d)
A type of paint used in ceramics
46.

What is clay made of?

a)
Fine-grained minerals, water, and organic materials
b)
Wood, metal, and glass
c)
Sand, water, and rocks
d)
Plastic, paper, and rubber
47.

Which is not a art movement?

a)

Renaissance

b)

Pop Art

c)

Visual Art

d)

Impressionism

48.

What is the meaning of impressionism in art?

a)
Impressionism in art prioritizes symmetry and balance
b)
Impressionism in art is characterized by hyper-realistic details
c)
Impressionism in art focuses on abstract shapes and forms
d)
Impressionism in art emphasizes capturing the momentary effects of light and color.
49.

This picture is an example of what drawing type?

a)

Implied

b)

gesture

c)

continuous

d)

contour

50.

How confident do you feel about your final exam?

a)

I feel somewhat prepared for the final

b)
I feel confident because I know all the answers will be easy.
c)

I haven't studied at all, so I am not very confident.

d)
I am 100% sure I will fail the exam.

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