Patterns in Art: Learn and Test Your Knowledge

Question 1

Which of the following patterns repeats the same sequence?

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ABC, ABC, ABC

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AB, CD, EF

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AB, BA, AB

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AA, BB, CC

Question 2

Which pattern has lines spreading out from a central point?

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A circle with lines radiating outward

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A square with lines radiating outward

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A triangle with lines radiating outward

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A rectangle with lines radiating outward

Question 3

Which of the following is a characteristic of a pattern?

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Repeating or alternating elements

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Using a variety of sizes and shapes

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Arranging elements randomly

Question 4

How can you create a pattern in your artwork?

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Repeat or alternate elements

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Use different sizes and shapes

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Draw lines without a plan

Question 5

What's the main reason for using patterns in art?

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To make the art look interesting

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To share a message

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To make the art look real

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To cover up mistakes

Question 6

Which of these is an example of a geometric pattern?

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A circle with lines spreading out from it

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A line of hearts

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A curvy line that goes around and around

Question 7

What's the difference between a repeating pattern and an alternating pattern?

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Repeating patterns use the same things over and over, while alternating patterns use different things.

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Alternating patterns use the same things over and over, while repeating patterns use different things.

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There is no difference between repeating and alternating patterns.

Question 8

Which of these is NOT a type of pattern?

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Random

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Repeating

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Alternating

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Radiating

Question 9

How do you make a repeating pattern?

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By repeating a unit several times

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By alternating different units

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By using random arrangements of units

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By changing the size of each unit

Question 10

What's the difference between repeating and alternating patterns?

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Repeating patterns use the same part over and over, while alternating patterns use different parts.

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Alternating patterns use the same part over and over, while repeating patterns use different parts.

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Repeating patterns use different parts, while alternating patterns use the same part.

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There is no difference between repeating and alternating patterns.

Question 11

What is a radiating pattern?

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A pattern that spreads out from a middle point

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A pattern that alternates between different parts

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A pattern that repeats the same part over and over

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A pattern that uses random shapes and sizes

Question 12

What is a pattern in art?

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A series of repeated or alternating elements.

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A drawing with many colors and shapes.

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A painting with only one color.

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A picture on a canvas.

Question 13

This pattern repeats the colors blue and red: Blue, Red, Blue, Red, Blue. What type of pattern is this?

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Repeating pattern

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Alternating pattern

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Radiating pattern

Question 14

What is a repeating pattern?

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A pattern that repeats the same shape, color, or design over and over again

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A pattern that alternates between two or more shapes, colors, or designs

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A pattern that starts at a single point and spreads out like rays of sunshine

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A pattern that is created by cutting and pasting the same shape or design multiple times

Question 15

Which of these is an example of a repeating pattern?

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A row of red and blue squares that repeats over and over

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A spiral shape that gets bigger and bigger

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A circle with lines radiating out from the center

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A triangle that is turned upside down and repeated

Question 16

What is the next shape in this pattern: circle, square, triangle, circle, square, ...?

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Circle

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Triangle

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Square

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Rectangle

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a type of pattern?

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Symmetrical

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Repeating

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Alternating

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Radiating

Question 18

How can you use patterns to create a sense of movement in a drawing?

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By making the patterns flow in one direction

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By using contrasting colors for the patterns

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By placing the patterns in the background

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By making the patterns very large

Question 19

What is the difference between a radiating pattern and an alternating pattern?

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Radiating patterns start at a single point, while alternating patterns repeat a sequence of shapes.

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Alternating patterns start at a single point, while radiating patterns repeat a sequence of shapes.

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There is no difference between a radiating pattern and an alternating pattern.

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Radiating patterns are more complex than alternating patterns.

Question 20

What does the term 'pattern' mean in art?

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A repeated or alternating design

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A group of colors used together

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A group of shapes used together

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A way of drawing people

Question 21

Which of these is a characteristic of repeating patterns?

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The same element is used over and over

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The elements change size and shape

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The colors alternate

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The pattern moves in a circle

Question 22

How do you create an alternating pattern?

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Repeat two different elements in a row.

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Repeat the same element two times in a row.

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Repeat three different elements in a row.

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Use only one element in the pattern.

Question 23

Which of these is an example of a radiating pattern?

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A circle with lines coming out from the center

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A row of houses

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A zigzag line

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A square with four equal sides

Question 24

Which of these is NOT a consideration when creating a pattern?

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Volume

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Balance

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Rhythm

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Shape

Question 25

How can patterns be used to create a sense of movement in a piece of art?

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By using all of these types of patterns

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By using alternating patterns

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By using radiating patterns

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By using repeating patterns

Question 26

Which pattern often makes you feel cheerful and joyful?

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A patch of sunflowers

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Lines of stripes

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Dots spread out everywhere

Question 27

What is the difference between an alternating pattern and a radiating pattern?

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Alternating patterns repeat in one direction, while radiating patterns repeat in all directions

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Radiating patterns repeat in one direction, while alternating patterns repeat in all directions

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Alternating patterns have two or more different parts, while radiating patterns have only one

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Radiating patterns have two or more different parts, while alternating patterns have only one

Question 28

Which shape is most often used in radiating patterns?

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Circle

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Square

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Triangle

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Rectangle

Question 29

What is the first thing you need to do to create a repeating pattern?

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Choose a shape or design to repeat

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Repeat the shape or design at regular intervals

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Decide which direction the pattern will go in

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Color the pattern

Question 30

How does symmetry affect the way a pattern looks?

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It makes the pattern look more balanced

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It makes the pattern look more exciting

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It makes the pattern look more interesting

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It makes the pattern look more boring

Question 31

What is the difference between a motif and a pattern?

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A motif is one part of a pattern, while a pattern is made up of many motifs

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A pattern is one part of a motif, while a motif is made up of many patterns

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A motif is repeated, while a pattern is not

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A pattern is repeated, while a motif is not

Question 32

How can patterns be used to tell stories or share ideas?

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By using all of the above

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By using symbols

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By using colors

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By using shapes

Question 33

Which pattern repeats the same elements in the same order?

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ABCABC

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ABACAB

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ABCBCA

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ACAACA

Question 34

What kind of pattern repeats a line of trees and then a line of flowers?

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Alternating

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Repeating

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Radiating

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Random

Question 35

Which pattern spreads out from a central point like sunbeams?

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A spiral

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A checkerboard

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A polka dot

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A zigzag

Question 36

What are we learning about in art class this week?

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Patterns

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Lines and shapes

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Colors and textures

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Sculptures

Question 37

Which of the following elements is not a part of a pattern in art?

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Animal

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Line

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Shape

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Color

Question 38

Which of the following is an example of an alternating pattern?

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Red, Blue, Red, Blue

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Red, Yellow, Green, Blue

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Red, Red, Red

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Blue, Blue, Blue

Question 39

Which of the following is an example of a symmetrical pattern?

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Both sides look the same

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One side is different from the other

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It has a curved line in the middle

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It has a repeating shape

Question 40

Which of the following is a technique used to create a sense of movement in a pattern?

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Overlapping

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Gradation

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Asymmetry

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Repetition

Question 41

When lines or shapes are arranged around a central point, what type of pattern is created?

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Radiating pattern

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Repeating pattern

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Alternating pattern

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Asymmetrical pattern

Question 42

Imagine you are designing a poster. Which of these effects can be created by using a radiating pattern?

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A sense of movement

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A sense of balance

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A sense of depth

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A sense of symmetry

Question 43

To begin creating a pattern, what is the first thing you should do?

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Choose a shape or line to repeat

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Decide on the order in which the elements will be arranged

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Determine the spacing between the elements

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Sketch out the pattern on paper

Question 44

When creating a pattern, what is the purpose of using a grid?

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To help ensure that the pattern is evenly spaced and balanced

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To make it easier to draw the pattern freehand

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To add a decorative element to the pattern

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To make the pattern more complex and interesting

Question 45

Imagine you want to create a design that repeats across a surface without any gaps or overlaps. Which type of pattern is suitable for this purpose?

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A row of squares that are arranged in a straight line

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A series of circles that overlap each other

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A group of triangles that are arranged in a random order

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A cluster of dots that are scattered across the page

Question 46

Which option is NOT a type of pattern?

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Mixing

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Repeating

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Alternating

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Radiating

Question 47

Which of the following is an example of an alternating pattern?

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ABABAB

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AABBCC

Question 48

Look at the pattern: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. What number comes after 5?

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6

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1

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2

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3

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a type of pattern in art?

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Random

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Repeating

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Alternating

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Spiral

Question 50

True or False: Patterns can only be used in art to make it look pretty.

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False

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True

Question 51

Which of the following is an example of a radiating pattern?

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A sunburst

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A row of dots

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A checkerboard

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A rainbow

Question 52

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using patterns in art?

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Making the artwork overwhelming

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Creating visual interest

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Adding movement

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Creating a sense of unity