35 Q Visual Arts Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a source for examining and creating original artwork according to the TEKS standard?

• Direct observation

• Original sources

• Memorized art history facts

• Personal experiences and imagination

What is the element of art that defines the edges and surface quality of an object?

• Line

• Texture

• Shape

• Color

What principle of design refers to the harmonious arrangement of elements to create a sense of completeness in an artwork?

• Balance

• Unity

• Proportion

• Emphasis

What is the term for the main subject or topic explored in an artwork?

• Content

• Unity

• Emphasis

• Pattern

Which of the following best describes the primary goal of developing visual literacy skills?

• To memorize famous artworks

• To understand and apply the elements of art and principles of design

• To become an art historian

• To recreate famous paintings

When considering concepts for original artwork, which of the following should be used as a source of inspiration?

• Only works of famous artists

• Personal experiences, direct observation, and imagination

• Art textbooks exclusively

• Online art tutorials

When an artist uses varying shades of blue to create a feeling of calmness in their artwork, which element of art are they primarily utilizing?

• Line

• Color

• Texture

• Shape

In a piece of art, what principle of design is achieved by repeating elements to create a sense of organized movement?

• Movement/Rhythm

• Contrast/Variety

• Proportion

• Balance

When discussing the expressive properties of an artwork, which term refers to the underlying idea or theme conveyed by the piece?

• Form

• Meaning

• Shape

• Space

Which element of art is described as a two-dimensional enclosed area defined by lines or contrast in color or texture?

• Form

• Shape

• Value

• Space