Shape in Art: Master the Basics of Visual Composition

Question 1

Which shape is not considered a primary shape in art?

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Trapezoid

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Circle

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Square

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Triangle

Question 2

Which characteristic is associated with abstract art?

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Focus on emotion and expression

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Realistic depiction of subjects

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Use of simplified forms

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Use of recognizable objects

Question 3

Which type of symmetry involves dividing an artwork into equal halves along a central axis?

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Bilateral symmetry

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Radial symmetry

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Asymmetrical symmetry

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Rotational symmetry

Question 4

What is the illusion of depth in a two-dimensional artwork called?

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Perspective

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Shading

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Foreshortening

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Hatching

Question 5

A symmetrical shape is characterized by:

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Multiple lines of symmetry

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Only one line of symmetry

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No lines of symmetry

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Only curved lines

Question 6

The area around or within a shape is termed as:

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Space

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Contour

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Form

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Value

Question 7

An example of a geometric shape is:

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Square

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Leaf

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Cloud

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Heart

Question 8

The effect of combining different shapes to form a larger image is referred to as:

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Gestalt

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Contour

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Foreshortening

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Value Gradient

Question 9

Which shape is NOT a basic 2D geometric shape?

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Star

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Triangle

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Trapezoid

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Rectangle

Question 10

Identify the option that does NOT represent a fundamental geometric shape:

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Oval

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Square

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 11

Identify the shape with only one set of parallel sides:

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Trapezoid

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Square

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Rectangle

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Rhombus

Question 12

Name the polygon with eight sides:

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Octagon

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Hexagon

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Heptagon

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Decagon

Question 13

What term describes a shape with curved lines?

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Organic

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Geometric

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Concave

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Convex

Question 14

Identify the shape that represents a three-dimensional object:

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Sphere

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Square

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Triangle

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Rectangle

Question 15

Which shape is NOT classified as a basic shape in art?

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Star

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Square

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 16

Which shape is formed by joining three straight lines at their endpoints?

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Triangle

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Square

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Circle

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Rectangle

Question 17

What is the name of the four-sided shape with all sides equal in length and all angles measuring 90 degrees?

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Square

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Rectangle

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 18

How many straight sides does a regular hexagon possess?

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6

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4

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8

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10

Question 19

Which shape results from stretching a circle in one direction?

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Oval

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Square

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Rectangle

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Triangle

Question 20

What shape is formed by rotating a rectangular shape around one of its longer sides?

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Cylinder

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Sphere

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Cone

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Pyramid

Question 21

Which shape is commonly used to represent a yield sign?

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Triangle

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Circle

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Square

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Octagon

Question 22

Which of the following is not a basic geometric shape?

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Trapezoid

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Square

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Circle

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Triangle

Question 23

What is a distinctive feature of an organic shape?

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Asymmetrical and irregular

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Symmetrical and regular

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Sharp and angular

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Straight and rigid

Question 24

Which of these artists is famous for using non-representational shapes in their paintings?

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Wassily Kandinsky

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Pablo Picasso

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Henri Matisse

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Georgia O'Keeffe

Question 25

What is the distinction between positive and negative space in art?

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Positive space is the filled-in area, while negative space is the empty area

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Positive space is the background, while negative space is the foreground

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Positive space is the foreground, while negative space is the background

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There is no difference between positive and negative space

Question 26

Which type of shape is defined by straight lines and sharp angles?

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Geometric

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Organic

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Abstract

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Naturalistic

Question 27

Which of the following design principles involves the arrangement of elements within an artwork?

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Balance

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Harmony

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Emphasis

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Contrast

Question 28

How does contrast enhance the effectiveness of shape arrangements?

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Creates focal points and visual interest

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Overwhelms the viewer with too much visual stimulation

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Only works effectively with identical shapes

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Is not a principle of design in shape composition

Question 29

An artwork that uses geometric shapes to create a sense of balance and stability is most likely in which artistic style?

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Constructivism

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Abstract Expressionism

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Pop Art

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Surrealism

Question 30

Which of the following shapes conveys a sense of movement and energy?

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Curved line

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Square

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 31

In a composition, the dominant shape is the one that:

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Draws the eye first

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Is the smallest

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Has the most color

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Is placed in the center

Question 32

Which of the following shapes is considered organic?

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Freeform curve

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Rectangle

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Triangle

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Star

Question 33

Which of the following is an example of a non-representational artwork that uses shape?

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Composition with Red, Blue and Yellow

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Mona Lisa

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Starry Night

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Guernica

Question 34

When creating a collage, how can an artist use shape to achieve unity?

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By using shapes of similar size and form

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By using shapes of contrasting colors

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By overlapping shapes in a random pattern

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By framing shapes with other elements

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT considered a regular geometric shape?

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Freeform

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Square

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Circle

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Triangle

Question 36

What characteristic defines a regular shape?

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Equal sides and equal angles

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Unequal sides and equal angles

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Equal sides and unequal angles

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Unequal sides and unequal angles

Question 37

How do you calculate the perimeter of a square?

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4 x length

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2 x (length + width)

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Length x width

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π x diameter

Question 38

Which artist is renowned for incorporating organic shapes into their work?

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Henri Matisse

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Pablo Picasso

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Salvador Dalí

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Vincent van Gogh

Question 39

Which geometric shape is commonly utilized in architectural design?

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Cylinder

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Sphere

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Cone

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Pyramid

Question 40

Which compositional technique employs shape to evoke a sense of movement?

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Rhythm

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Asymmetry

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Symmetry

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Unity

Question 41

Which characteristic does NOT belong to a square?

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Contains curved lines

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Has four right angles

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Has four equal sides

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Is a regular quadrilateral

Question 42

What type of shape is defined by three or more straight sides forming a closed figure?

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Polygon

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Trapezoid

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Circle

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Ellipse

Question 43

Which shape exhibits rotational symmetry?

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Circle

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Pentagon

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Triangle

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Rectangle

Question 44

In a painting, a triangular shape is used to represent a mountain. What emotion or idea might this shape convey?

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Stability and strength

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Roundness and softness

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Movement and speed

Question 45

Which type of polygon has sides of varying lengths?

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Irregular polygon

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Regular polygon

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Convex polygon

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Concave polygon

Question 46

Which property is unique to triangles?

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Sum of interior angles is 180 degrees

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Area is pi r²

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Has six faces

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Volume is 4/3 pi r³

Question 47

Which shape is an example of a three-dimensional object?

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Sphere

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Square

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Rectangle

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Triangle

Question 48

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of organic shapes?

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Regular and symmetrical

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Can convey emotion and movement

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Free-flowing and irregular

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Found in nature

Question 49

What kind of shape is a rectangle?

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Geometric

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Organic

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Figurative

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Abstract

Question 50

What's the difference between positive and negative space in artwork?

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Positive space is the area taken up by the object, and negative space is the area around it.

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Positive space is the background, while negative space is the foreground.

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Positive space is always colored, while negative space is always white.

Question 51

How can artists use shapes to show emotion in their artwork?

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They can link certain shapes to specific feelings.

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By using different shapes to create contrast

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By using shapes to create movement

Question 52

Which of these shapes is symmetrical?

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Circle

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Leaf

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Cloud

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Ameoba

Question 53

What describes how easily a shape can be bent?

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Flexibility

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Rigidity

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Malleability

Question 54

How can artists use overlapping shapes in their artwork?

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To create depth and make things look interesting

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To create movement

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To simplify the artwork

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To create contrast

Question 55

Which of these is an example of an abstract shape?

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Blob

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Square

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 56

How can artists use shapes to create a sense of balance in their artwork?

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By spreading shapes evenly throughout the picture

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By using only symmetrical shapes

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By using only primary shapes