Understanding Complementary Colors

What are complementary colors?

• Colors that are next to each other on the color wheel

• Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel

• Colors that mix to create brown

• Colors that are the same

Which of the following pairs of colors are complementary?

• Red and Yellow

• Blue and Green

• Red and Green

• Yellow and Blue

Which color is complementary to blue?

• Orange

• Yellow

• Green

• Purple

If you mix two complementary colors together, what do you get?

• A bright color

• A neutral color like brown or gray

• A darker shade

• A lighter shade

What color is complementary to yellow?

• Blue

• Green

• Purple

• Red

In painting, what is the term used to describe the mixing of colors to create different shades and tones?

• Tinting

• Blending

• Shading

• Layering

Which of the following is the complementary color of purple?

• Orange

• Yellow

• Green

• Red

What is a color wheel?

• A tool to help mix colors

• A tool for drawing circles

• A chart of complementary colors

• A tool for measuring paint

What is the effect of using complementary colors next to each other in a painting?

• They make each other look dull

• They create a vibrant contrast and make each other stand out

• They make the painting look blurry

• They blend together to create a neutral color

What happens when you mix red and green?

• You get a bright yellow color

• You get a dull brown or gray color

• You get a bright purple color

• You get a light pink color