Principles of Design: Enhance Your Artwork with Balance, Contrast, and More

Question 1

Which of these pictures does NOT show balance?

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A picture with no clear main part that your eyes are drawn to

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A picture with the same things on both sides, like a mirror image

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A picture with a big object on one side and a small object on the other side, but they look like they 'weigh' the same

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A picture with all the objects arranged in a circle around the middle

Question 2

Which of these is NOT one of the principles of design?

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Creativity

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Balance

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Unity

Question 3

Which design principle creates visual excitement by highlighting differences in elements like color, shape, or texture?

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Contrast

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Balance

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Emphasis

Question 4

In a drawing, you have a large circle on the left and a small square on the right. Which design principle can you use to make the drawing look balanced?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Pattern

Question 5

In art, which principle involves using opposite elements to create visual interest and emphasis?

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Contrast

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Harmony

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Rhythm

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Balance

Question 6

Which type of line in a drawing creates a sense of movement?

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A wavy line that goes up and down

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A straight line from left to right

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A straight line from top to bottom

Question 7

Which principle of design uses repetition to create a pattern?

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Pattern

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

Question 8

What describes how something feels when you touch it?

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Texture

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Color

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Shape

Question 9

In art, contrast is the use of different elements to create visual interest. Which of these is NOT an example of contrast?

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Using the same element repeatedly in a design

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Using a light color next to a dark color

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Using a smooth texture next to a rough texture

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Using complementary colors together

Question 10

In art, what is meant by the term 'Pattern'?

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Repeating similar elements like shapes, colors, or lines to create rhythm and movement

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Using contrasting colors to make a design stand out

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Arranging elements to create balance and harmony

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Using different textures to create depth and interest

Question 11

Which principle of design creates the illusion of movement in artwork?

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Movement

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Contrast

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Balance

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Proportion

Question 12

Which principle of design creates a sense of stability and even distribution in an artwork?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

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Movement

Question 13

You're drawing a picture and want it to look balanced. You draw a large circle on the left and a small dot on the right. Which design principle helps create balance in your picture?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

Question 14

Why do we use emphasis in art?

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To highlight the most important parts of the artwork.

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To make all parts of the artwork look the same.

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To make the artwork more colorful.

Question 15

When drawing a skateboarder in mid-air, which type of lines would best convey a sense of movement?

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Curved and flowing lines

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Jagged and sharp lines

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Broken and uneven lines

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Bold and thick lines

Question 16

In art, what makes a specific part of a drawing or painting look more important?

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Emphasis

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Balance

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Harmony

Question 17

When creating a visually appealing artwork, what is the main purpose of harmony in design?

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To create a sense of unity and coherence by combining different elements in a visually pleasing and cohesive way.

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To include different elements that contrast with each other, creating visual excitement.

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To achieve symmetry and balance by arranging elements evenly and identically.

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To highlight a specific focal point using color, shape, and size to draw attention to it.

Question 18

Which principle of design makes a picture look like it won't tip over?

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Balance

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Emphasis

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Proximity

Question 19

Which design principle do artists use to create a sense of movement or flow in their drawings?

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Rhythm

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Contrast

Question 20

In a painting, what is the main purpose of using the principle of movement?

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To create a sense of action and excitement

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To make the painting look balanced and stable

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To make different parts of the painting look like they belong together

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To make certain parts of the painting stand out

Question 21

Which rule is incorrect for creating a balanced artwork?

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Use bright colors on one side and dull colors on the other.

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Place heavier elements on the bottom and lighter elements on the top.

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Distribute elements evenly across the artwork.

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Make sure the artwork has a focal point.

Question 22

In a drawing, what is the term for how the artist uses the empty space around objects to make the picture look more realistic and interesting?

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Space

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Balance

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Emphasis

Question 23

Which design principle helps create a balanced and visually pleasing arrangement by distributing shapes and colors evenly?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Movement

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Pattern

Question 24

When artists create a drawing or painting, they sometimes leave areas empty. Which design principle describes how they use this empty space?

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Space

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

Question 25

Which design principle helps make parts of a drawing stand out by using differences in texture, color, or shape?

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Contrast

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Balance

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Emphasis

Question 26

How can an artist make objects in a drawing look closer or farther away?

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By placing objects close together to make them seem closer and far apart to make them seem further away.

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By using only one color in the drawing.

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By drawing all objects the same size.

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By outlining all the objects with a thick black line.

Question 27

You're drawing a large tree on one side of your paper and a small bird on the other side. Which art principle will help you ensure your drawing doesn't look off-balance?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Movement

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Emphasis

Question 28

Which principle of design deals with the arrangement of objects in an artwork?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

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Movement

Question 29

In a painting, what is radial balance?

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Lines or elements spreading out from a central point

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Objects evenly spaced on both sides of a line

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Objects placed randomly without a pattern

Question 30

What is the main difference between geometric and organic shapes?

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Geometric shapes have straight lines and sharp angles, while organic shapes have smooth lines and curved edges like natural forms.

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Geometric shapes are used in ancient art, while organic shapes are used in modern art.

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Organic shapes are always symmetrical, while geometric shapes can be either symmetrical or asymmetrical.

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Geometric shapes have rounded edges, while organic shapes have sharp edges.

Question 31

Question: How do artists use negative space to make their artwork more visually appealing and meaningful?

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Negative space can create depth and make artwork appear more three-dimensional.

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Negative space can emphasize certain elements of artwork by creating contrast.

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Negative space is the empty space around objects in artwork and has no significance.

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Negative space has no impact on the overall balance and harmony of artwork.

Question 32

How do artists use contrast to make their artwork more visually appealing?

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By juxtaposing elements that are different or opposite to create visual interest, emphasis, and depth.

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By using similar elements to create visual interest, such as different shades of the same color.

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By only applying contrast to value (light and dark) and not to color or texture.

Question 33

Which design principle helps artists create the illusion of movement in their artwork?

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Movement

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Balance

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Contrast

Question 34

How does the principle of unity contribute to the effectiveness of an artwork?

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Unity helps the elements of an artwork work together harmoniously.

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Unity creates a sense of disorder, making the artwork more visually appealing.

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Unity is not an important principle of design.

Question 35

Which of the following is an example of how the principle of contrast can be used in the real world?

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Using contrasting colors in a logo to make it stand out

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Using different colors in a painting

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Balancing the size of two objects

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Repeating a pattern in a fabric design

Question 36

Which principle of design creates a sense of stability and equality on both sides of a picture?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Movement

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Emphasis

Question 37

Which design principle makes a part of the artwork stand out?

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Emphasis

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Balance

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Movement

Question 38

When something in a picture looks most important, it's called:

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Emphasis

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Contrast

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Repetition

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Proximity

Question 39

When you see many of the same things in a picture, it's called:

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Pattern

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Unity

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Contrast

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Proportion

Question 40

Which principle of design means when all the things in the picture work well together?

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Unity

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Balance

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Harmony

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Emphasis

Question 41

When two things in a picture look very different, it's called:

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Contrast

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Balance

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Variety

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Harmony

Question 42

Which principle of design describes how big things are compared to other things?

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Proportion

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Scale

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Balance

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Emphasis

Question 43

What principle of design is shown when there is a flow or movement in a picture?

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Movement

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Repetition

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Contrast

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Harmony

Question 44

Which principle of design brings things together in a picture that are close to each other?

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Proximity

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Contrast

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Pattern

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Emphasis

Question 45

Which design principle makes a part of an artwork stand out?

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Emphasis

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Balance

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Movement

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Pattern

Question 46

Which design principle makes a part of the artwork pop and catch your eye?

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Emphasis

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Balance

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Movement

Question 47

Which principle of design makes an artwork look like it's moving?

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Movement

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Balance

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Contrast

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Unity

Question 48

Which art principle helps all parts of an artwork feel connected and complete?

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Unity

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

Question 49

When a drawing has equal visual weight on both sides, it is considered to be:

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

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Radial

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Off-center

Question 50

To create strong contrast in a drawing, you should use:

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Light and dark colors

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Similar shapes

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Repeating patterns

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A sense of movement

Question 51

To apply the principle of movement in a painting, you can use:

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Diagonal lines

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A sense of depth

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Contrasting colors

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Adding a focal point

Question 52

Which design principle brings together all the elements of a drawing or design to make it look complete and finished?

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Unity

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Balance

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Emphasis

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Contrast

Question 53

How can we use the principle of rhythm to create a sense of movement and flow in a design?

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Repeat elements in a regular pattern

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Use contrasting colors and shapes

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Place objects off-center for interest

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Combine large and small objects together

Question 54

In design, contrast refers to:

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Making certain elements stand out in an artwork

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Using only different colors in an artwork

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Making an artwork look dull and uninteresting

Question 55

Which principle of design creates a central point of interest in an artwork?

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Emphasis

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Balance

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Contrast

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Pattern

Question 56

Which principle of design involves repeating elements to create a sense of unity and order?

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Pattern

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Emphasis

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Movement

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Contrast

Question 57

What is the purpose of movement in an artwork?

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To create a sense of action, energy, or rhythm

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To draw attention to a specific area

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To create a balanced composition

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To unify different elements

Question 58

Which of the following is a characteristic of good unity in an artwork?

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All elements work together in harmony

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Different elements compete for attention

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The artwork lacks a clear focal point

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The artwork is divided into distinct sections

Question 59

Which type of balance involves distributing elements evenly on both sides of a central axis or line?

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

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Radial

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Dynamic

Question 60

Which technique is used to create contrast in an artwork by using light and dark colors?

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Chiaroscuro

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Foreshortening

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Trompe l'oeil

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Sfumato

Question 61

Repeating elements in a regular or irregular way creates which principle of design?

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Pattern

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

Question 62

What principle of design ensures that all parts of an artwork look like they belong together?

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Unity

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

Question 63

When a part of a design is made to look more important, which principle of design is being applied?

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Emphasis

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Balance

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Contrast

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Pattern

Question 64

Which aspect of art creates visual steadiness and arrangement?

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Balance

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Contrast

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Emphasis

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Movement