WorksheetsGraffiti Art Quiz
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
What is one reason graffiti is considered art rather than vandalism?
It is always done with permission.
It is a non-violent expression of art.
It is only found in art galleries.
It is always painted on canvases.
How does graffiti benefit a community according to the text?
It increases crime rates.
It helps attract tourists.
It decreases property values.
It is only appreciated by locals.
What do artists add to their graffiti to express individuality?
Their favorite color.
Their tag, name, or pseudonym.
A famous quote.
A hidden message.
Which cities are mentioned as being well-known in the graffiti art scene?
Paris, France and Tokyo, Japan
Naples, Italy and New York, USA
London, UK and Sydney, Australia
Berlin, Germany and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
What is one of the positive effects of graffiti mentioned in the text?
It makes areas less accessible.
It invites people from all over to bask in its beauty.
It is only appreciated by the artists themselves.
It is always temporary and easily removed.
What does the word vandalism mean as used in paragraph 1 of the "Graffiti as Art" passage?
Permitted; allowed to happen
Destruction of property
Creation of art
Building community
What does the word "pseudonym" mean as used in the passage?
A false name or nickname someone goes by
A type of graffiti art
A legal document
A historical event
What is the meaning of "captivates"?
Attract; draw in
Push away
Hide
Take something
The meaning of aesthetically in paragraph five of "Graffiti as Art" is...
unsuccessful
assortment or selection
artistically and/or visually
All of these
None of the above
The meaning of deliberate is...
accidental
on purpose
by chance
unintentionally
What is the meaning of daubed?
painted
not welcomed
attract attention
no effect
What is the meaning of deter?
prevent
demolished
destruct
Which sentence from “Graffiti as Art” BEST supports the conclusion that graffiti prevents violent acts from happening?
When artists add their tag to their work, they are sharing a piece of themselves with that building and community.
Graffiti has the power to transform a space from something uninspired into something completely ordinary.
Many pieces of artwork have powerful messages that humanity needs to hear, and these work as non-violent expressions of emotion from those who paint them.
There are many who argue graffiti is an eye-sore, but that does not seem to be the popular belief.
Which of the following details could be added to support the author's claim in "Graffiti as a Crime"? Choose three.
If graffiti artists had permission to paint, it would be acceptable; however, most graffiti artists do not seek that approval.
Graffiti can be very hard to remove from walls and can cost small business owners a lot of money.
There are four motivating factors for graffiti vandalism: fame, rebellion, self-expression, and power.
In some cases, graffiti does not have a negative effect.
Graffiti is a way for people to showcase their talents.
What is the main reason graffiti is considered vandalism according to the text?
It is always ugly and uninspiring.
It involves deliberate destruction or damage to property.
It is a form of marketing propaganda.
It is always done with permission.
What do property owners often have to do when their buildings are tagged with graffiti?
Call a painter to admire the art.
Pay a fine for allowing graffiti.
Remove the graffiti at their own expense.
Sell their property immediately.
According to the text, what is a common consequence for those caught doing graffiti?
They are given a reward for creativity.
They are charged with vandalism and fined.
They are allowed to continue their artwork.
They are ignored by the authorities.
What is one argument mentioned in the text for why some people might consider graffiti to be art?
It is always done legally.
It adds character to a city.
It is always profitable for businesses.
It is easy to remove.
What does the word propaganda mean in paragraph four "Graffiti is a Crime"?
Misleading and biased advertisements
Profitable strategies
A law on banning graffiti
Why does the author of "Graffiti as Art" include the fact that there are tourists who travel around the world searching for graffiti?
The author includes this fact to show that all people like graffiti and want to see it.
The author includes this fact to provide an example of reasons people travel.
The author provides this fact to help support the claim that graffiti helps bring money to the city.
The author include this fact to provide that vacation includes multiple forms of art including graffiti.
Which of the following statements can be considered a counter argument?
"Many pieces of graffiti artwork have powerful messages..."
"graffiti can attract tourists to a city and help bring money to the community."
"There are many who argue that graffiti is an eyesore to a community."
"Its is evident that graffiti is a work of art..."
Studies have shown that some cities have had a price tag of over $500 million to remove unwanted graffiti daubed across the city in just one year. What rhetorical device does the author use in this sentence?
logos
ethos
pathos
analogy
Which sentence from "Graffiti as Art" best supports the conclusion that graffiti prevents violent acts from happening?
Many pieces of artwork have powerful messages that humanity needs to hear, and these work of non-violent expressions of emotion from those who paint them.
When artists add their tag to their work, they are sharing a piece of themselves with that building and community.
There are many who argue graffiti is an eyesore, but that does not seem to be the popular belief.
If your home were tagged during the night without your consent, would you welcome the new addition to your decor or would you immediately call a painter, if not the police?
juxtaposition
analogy
allusion
rhetorical question
