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WorksheetsGraphic Design EOY Test Prep
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 4hrs 10mins
A brute force attack is a form of cyberattack that is especially effective against...
accounts with simple and/or short passwords
networks with Ethernet connections
computers with fragile cases
people who are very gullible
True or False:
Secure, safe passwords only require a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters.
True. The safest passwords only use letters.
False. They should also include numbers and special characters.
Balance would be the MOST important principle of design when designing...
a comparison poster
a comparison poster
a logo
a logo
an email signature
an email signature
a greeting card
a greeting card
What are the basic building blocks required in all visual works?
The elements of art
The principles of design
The gestalt principles
The tenets of user interface
If a designer incorporates the principles of design into their work, then it's more likely that their work will be...
visually appealing
created with traditional media
created digitally
unbalanced and disorganized
Which of the following Adobe Photoshop keyboard shortcuts would be MOST helpful when creating a work that emphasizes repetition and pattern?
Alt + Drag
Ctrl + Scroll
Ctrl + Z
Shift + G
Value is an element of art. It would be featured MOST prominently in...
A monochromatic design
A financial appraisal report
A solid neon green poster
An auditory production
Which two elements of art would be the EASIEST to implement in Adobe Illustrator?
Shape and color
Texture and form
Emphasis and pattern
Movement and form
What are the MAIN types of intellectual property?
Select ALL that apply.
Copyright
Trademark
Patent
Trade secret
_______________ exists on a work the moment it is created in a form that can be observed.
Copyright protection
Copyright infringement
Right of publicity
Public domain
A YouTuber posted a video review of a recent video game. He included screenshots and short clips from the game.
What concept in U.S. law could he say protects him from copyright strike?
Fair Use
Separation of Powers
Burden of Proof
Judicial Review
When was copyright protection first recognized in the U.S.?
In 1790, when the first Copyright Act was signed into law.
In 1964, when the Civil Rights Act passed.
In 1976, with the passing of the Copyright Act of 1976.
In 1710, when the Statute of Anne was passed.
True or False:
Generally speaking, copyright protection only lasts for the lifetime of the creator.
True. Then, when the creator dies, the work enters the public domain.
False. Copyright protection typically lasts the life of the author plus 70 years.
True or False:
Federal blacklisting is a common consequence for copyright infringement.
True. Most people who are found guilty of copyright infringement are federally blacklisted.
False. Common consequences for copyright infringement include criminal prosecution, civil prosecution, and fines.
Public Domain works are...
works that can be used by anyone free of charge or attribution
creative works that are protected by copyright
inventions or processes whose use, sale, and manufacture are protected by patent.
words, symbols, sounds, or other features that identify a business in the commercial space.
True or False:
In order to use a copyrighted work, a designer should first contact the copyright holder and obtain their permission.
True. Otherwise, they're committing copyright infringement.
False. Copyrighted works can be used by anyone free of charge and attribution.
Adobe Illustrator is BEST suited for creating...
Vector-based works emphasizing simple colors
Vector-based works showing lots of pixel-sized details
Raster-based works emphasizing a wide array of colors
Raster-based works displaying fine details
Vector programs like Adobe Illustrator are NOT recommended for...
editing or adjusting photos and pre-existing images
adding a gradient
creating custom shapes
changing the size of objects in your work
Adobe Photoshop is the MOST appropriate choice for...
editing and retouching photos
creating scalable logos
creating custom typography
animating a series of images
Adobe Photoshop is BEST suited for which of the following?
Making pixel-sized edits in a raster-based work
Designing a multi-page document
Creating vector-based works emphasizing simple colors
Editing videos
The Gradient tool is used to...
create a transition of value
make simple shapes
select multiple objects on the artboard
paint one part of the image over another
True or False:
Vector-based programs like Adobe Illustrator make it easy to make pixel-sized edits.
True. Vector graphics are formed by hundreds or thousands of pixels, so their programs need to be able to edit them.
False. Raster-based programs like Adobe Photoshop are better suited for pixel-sized edits.
What graphic design software makes it easy to apply filters, make pixel-sized edits, and correct photos?
Adobe Photoshop
Canva
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Illustrator is BEST suited for which of the following?
Designing logos
Designing logos
Editing yearbook photos
Editing yearbook photos
Coding the back-end of a website
Coding the back-end of a website
Creating a multi-page brochure
Creating a multi-page brochure
True or False:
Adobe Photoshop has a simple interface and toolset, which makes it very easy to learn.
True. Photoshop is known to be one of the easiest graphic design software for professionals to master.
False. Photoshop has so many tools and features that it has a steep learning curve.
Which of the following would be INCREASED thanks to effective digital and print advertising?
Select ALL that apply.
Product awareness
Consumer demand
Consumer expectations
Product supply
Which of the following was made possible because of the printing press?
The birth of modern journalism through the dissemination of newspapers and pamphlets
The ability for the general public to print documents and photos right in their own home.
The manufacturing of custom-fit prosthetics and orthotics
The ability to send a message long distances in a matter of minutes
True or False:
The modern advertising poster first emerged in the 1400s.
True. The first advertising poster that was printed in English came out in 1477.
False. The modern advertising poster did not emerge until the 1800s.
If you certify in Adobe Photoshop, you are probably seeking a career related to...
information technology
video production
visual design
personal finance
You are applying for a graphic design job. What would be useful when combined with your experience and digital portfolio?
An active social media account
A lit interview outfit
Certifications
Recommendation letters from former employers
Which of the following are typical job expectations for a graphic designer?
Select ALL that apply.
Present design drafts to clients
Create works like logos and graphics
Meet client deadlines
Write marketing copy for social media
Which of the following are typically featured in freelance graphic designer contracts?
Select ALL that apply.
Project specifications
Revisions policy
Ownership rights
Benefits like health insurance
True or False:
A client's confidentiality should NEVER be assumed. Unless a contract has been signed, a designer can speak freely about a client's business.
True. That's why clients sign contracts in the first place.
False. Confidentiality should be assumed unless the client says otherwise.
True or False:
To obtain an Adobe certification, all you have to do is complete a free, multiple-choice test at your home.
True. As long as you have an Internet connection, you can complete the test any time you like.
False. It's a paid, timed test to demonstrate skills.
True or False:
When applying for jobs, a graphic designer should include in their portfolio a variety of work showing off their talents.
True. Additionally, the works should exhibit their skill in various programs and styles.
False. Their portfolio should include only their three best works.
Which of the following accurately describe Graphic Design as a career?
Select ALL that apply.
It's a very competitive field.
It's easy to get a job in this field.
It requires creativity.
It requires professional development.
True or False:
Whether they're employed full-time or only as a freelancer, the graphic designer owns all the work they create.
True. It's one of the rules of copyright that the creator owns their works.
False. It's unclear in these situations, so ownership should be determined in writing.
Consider the following scenarios involving a company's employees.
Which of the employees are potentially violating the company's Acceptable Use Policies (AUPs)?
Select ALL that apply.
Rita is using the company printer to print flyers advertising the garage sale she's going to host this weekend.
Samuel is using his personal social media while on the clock.
Kai is using the company computer to order new golf clubs the PGA Tour Superstore.
Bodhi is using his work email to answer a client's question about their services.
Which of the following are actual terms related to perspective drawing?
Select ALL that apply.
Vanishing point
Horizon line
Orthogonal lines
Cubic lines
Two-point perspective would be the BEST choice for drawing...
A street corner
A street corner
A door at the end of a long hallway
A door at the end of a long hallway
The sky as viewed from inside a canyon
The sky as viewed from inside a canyon
An isometric view of a dungeon
An isometric view of a dungeon
One-point perspective would be the BEST choice for drawing...
The layout of a living room
The layout of a living room
A long road stretching to the horizon
A long road stretching to the horizon
A worm's eye view of a skyscraper
A worm's eye view of a skyscraper
A wide-angle view of a street
A wide-angle view of a street
True or False:
Two-point perspective would be the best choice for a work featuring a single, long hallway that leads to a door.
True. The length and width in this picture are extending towards two vanishing points, so that means two-point perspective.
False. The length lines in this picture are extending towards a single vanishing point on the horizon line, so one-point perspective is best.
A worm's eye view of a building from the ground or a stack of objects stretching up to the sky would be...
one-point perspective
two-point perspective
three-point perspective
zero-point perspective
True or False:
When drawing an average, proportional adult human, they should be about 5 heads tall.
True. A typical adult is about 5 of their own heads tall.
False. A typical adult is about 7 of their own heads tall.
What TWO features should line up when a proportional adult human is standing in a neutral pose?
Pick TWO.
Elbows
Wrists
Navel
Hips
Which of the following T-shirt designs shows only a Center Chest layout?
In graphic design, 3:1 is a common aspect ratio for...
website banners
website banners
book covers
book covers
pamphlets
pamphlets
standard photo print
standard photo print
True or False:
Most call-to-action buttons on websites are designed as rectangles with rounded corners because they subconsciously make customers feel safe doing business with that company.
True. There have been studies to support this psychological preference.
False. Most call-to-action buttons have squared, sharp corners.
Which of the following is a serif font?
Which of the following describe the Rule of Thirds?
Select ALL that apply.
It's a compositional guideline.
It involves dividing an image into thirds vertically and horizontally.
It has you positioning the subject at the intersections of the divisions.
