Composition and Perspective: Master the Art of Visual Appeal

Question 1

Which composition style places the main subject off-center to create a sense of imbalance?

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Asymmetrical

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Symmetrical

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Rule of thirds

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Golden ratio

Question 2

Which of the following is a potential drawback of using orthogonal lines in a drawing?

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Can lead to a static composition

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Emphasizes the diagonal planes

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Makes it harder to establish the vanishing point

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Creates a sense of disorder

Question 3

Which famous artist is renowned for their innovative use of perspective in paintings?

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

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Georgia O'Keeffe

Question 4

In drawing or painting, which technique can you use to create a strong sense of depth using linear perspective?

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Place parallel lines that meet at a single point on the horizon line.

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Make the objects in the foreground larger than the objects in the background.

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Use a variety of bright colors throughout the artwork.

Question 5

What type of perspective involves parallel lines converging at a single point on the horizon?

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One-point perspective

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Two-point perspective

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Three-point perspective

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Curvilinear perspective

Question 6

In a two-point perspective drawing, how many vanishing points are used?

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Two

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One

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Three

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Four

Question 7

What is the term for the imaginary line that divides a composition into two equal halves?

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Axis

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Horizon line

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Focal point

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Vanishing point

Question 8

Which type of cropping removes unwanted elements from a composition while maintaining the intended focus?

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Positive cropping

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Negative cropping

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Ratio cropping

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Rule of Thirds cropping

Question 9

What is the primary purpose of linear perspective in art?

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To create the illusion of depth

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To simplify complex scenes

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To enhance realism in drawings

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To manipulate the viewer's perspective

Question 10

Which characteristic is NOT typical of one-point perspective?

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Objects appear smaller as they move away from the viewer

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Single vanishing point

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Parallel lines converge at the vanishing point

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Vertical lines remain vertical

Question 11

In two-point perspective, the vanishing points are typically placed:

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On or slightly off the horizon line

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Below the horizon line

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Above the horizon line

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At the centre of the composition

Question 12

Which element is NOT part of basic linear perspective?

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Focal point

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Vanishing points

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Converging lines

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Horizon line

Question 13

In a composition, what is the possible relationship between the focal point and the vanishing point?

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They may or may not coincide

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They coincide

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They are perpendicular

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They are parallel

Question 14

What is the primary function of aerial perspective?

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Convey a sense of distance and depth

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Create contrast between objects

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Emphasize the focal point

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Balance the composition

Question 15

What is the role of 'proportion' in composition?

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Determine relative object sizes

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Establish visual harmony

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Create a sense of depth

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Enhance the focal point

Question 16

Linear perspective involves the use of vanishing points to create an illusion of depth in a drawing. Which of the following is NOT a type of linear perspective?

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Curvilinear perspective

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One-point perspective

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Two-point perspective

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Three-point perspective

Question 17

In composition, an object or area that draws the viewer's attention is called a:

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Focal point

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Vanishing point

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Horizon line

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Perspective point

Question 18

Using a high vantage point in a composition generally creates a sense of:

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Depth and scale

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Flatness and simplicity

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Movement and dynamism

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Balance and harmony

Question 19

Positive space in a composition refers to the areas that are:

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Occupied by objects or shapes

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Empty or unoccupied

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Filled with light colours

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Dominated by negative shapes

Question 20

The primary purpose of using perspective in a drawing is to create a sense of:

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Depth and realism

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Flatness and simplicity

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Movement and dynamism

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Balance and harmony

Question 21

Which of the following correctly describes radial composition?

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Elements are arranged in a circle or around a central point

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Elements are aligned along a straight line

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Elements are placed in a triangular formation

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Elements are distributed evenly throughout the space

Question 22

Which element of composition primarily focuses on the distribution and arrangement of visual elements?

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Balance

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Emphasis

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Harmony

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Contrast

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using perspective in artwork?

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Distorting the proportions and sizes of objects

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Enhancing realism and depth

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Simplifying the drawing process

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Creating a sense of movement and dynamism

Question 24

What is the main purpose of a vanishing point in a drawing?

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To create the illusion of depth by representing the point at which parallel lines converge

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To indicate the center of the composition

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To mark the horizon line

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To determine the scale of objects

Question 25

Which type of perspective involves drawing objects as if they are receding into the distance along parallel lines?

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Linear perspective

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Atmospheric perspective

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Aerial perspective

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Oblique perspective

Question 26

What is the key difference between one-point perspective and two-point perspective?

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The number of vanishing points used

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The angle of the horizon line

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The scale of the objects

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The position of the focal point

Question 27

What is the focal point in a composition, and what is its significance?

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The point where the viewer's eye is naturally drawn to, creating a sense of visual interest and guiding the viewer's attention

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The vanishing point of the composition

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The point with the greatest contrast

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The point with the brightest color

Question 28

In linear perspective, which point on the horizon do all parallel lines appear to converge towards?

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Vanishing point

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Focal point

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Horizon line

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Central point

Question 29

Which composition style produces a sense of stability and symmetry?

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Symmetrical

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Radial

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Asymmetrical

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Golden spiral

Question 30

What is the primary technique used to create the illusion of depth in a drawing or painting?

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Perspective

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Shading

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Foreshortening

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Hatching

Question 31

Which component is NOT part of linear perspective?

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Focal point

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Horizon line

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Vanishing point

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Orthogonal lines

Question 32

What is the main purpose of a focal point in composition?

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To draw attention to a specific area

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To create a sense of movement

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To balance the artwork

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To create a contrast

Question 33

What is the name of the composition rule that suggests dividing the artwork into thirds, with the main subject occupying one of the thirds?

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Rule of thirds

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Golden ratio

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Golden spiral

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Fibonacci sequence

Question 34

Which trait characterizes asymmetrical composition?

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Emphasis concentrated on one side

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Equal distribution of elements

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Visual weight evenly distributed

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Absence of a distinct focal point

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a type of linear perspective?

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Curvilinear perspective

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Two-point perspective

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One-point perspective

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Three-point perspective

Question 36

In linear perspective, the point where parallel lines appear to meet is called the:

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Vanishing point

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Horizon line

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Focal point

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Orthogonal line

Question 37

Which element is considered the most important in composition?

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Focal point

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Contrast

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Balance

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Rhythm

Question 38

Which technique is used to draw objects in perspective with precision?

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Constructive drawing

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Gestural drawing

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Freehand drawing

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Contour drawing

Question 39

In constructive drawing, a grid is used primarily to:

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Maintain accuracy and proportion

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Create a visually appealing effect

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Make drawing faster and easier

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Avoid the need for perspective lines

Question 40

The key elements of effective composition include:

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Balance, contrast, and unity

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Symmetry, repetition, and rhythm

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Variation, harmony, and dissonance

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Simplicity, complexity, and randomness

Question 41

Using contrasting colours in a composition can:

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Create visual interest and excitement

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Make the composition appear smaller

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Calm the viewer

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Unify the composition

Question 42

Which of the following is **NOT** an element of composition?

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Colour

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Rhythm

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Proportion

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Balance

Question 43

The point where parallel lines appear to meet on the horizon is known as the:

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Vanishing point

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Focal point

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Perspective point

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Convergence point

Question 44

Which of the following is a common focal point in a composition?

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The subject of the drawing

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The horizon line

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A secondary object

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An area of blank space

Question 45

The use of lines, shapes, and colors to create a sense of movement in a composition is known as:

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Rhythm

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Proportion

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Balance

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Harmony

Question 46

Which of the following is a benefit of using a grid to create a composition?

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It helps to ensure accurate proportions

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It eliminates the need for perspective lines

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It speeds up the drawing process

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It reduces the need for sketching

Question 47

In perspective drawing, what is the point called where parallel lines appear to meet?

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Vanishing point

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Focal point

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Horizon line

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Orthogonal line

Question 48

Which compositional element is used to direct the viewer's eye to the most important part of an artwork?

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Focal point

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Vanishing point

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Horizon line

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Negative space

Question 49

Which technique creates the illusion of depth by placing one object in front of another?

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Overlapping

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Hatching

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Stippling

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Blending

Question 50

What is the term for the empty or unoccupied areas in a composition?

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Negative space

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Focal point

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Background

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Positive space

Question 51

What common error occurs in perspective drawing when parallel lines in the distance do not converge?

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Lack of a vanishing point

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Using too many vanishing points

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Objects too small in the background

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Horizon line placed too high

Question 52

Why do artists use grid lines in perspective drawing?

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To ensure accurate proportions and angles

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To create a sense of movement

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To add texture to the drawing

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To emphasize the focal point

Question 53

Which type of composition uses strong diagonal lines to create a sense of movement and energy?

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Dynamic composition

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Symmetrical composition

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Static composition

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Centralized composition

Question 54

Where is the vanishing point located in linear perspective drawing?

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On the horizon line

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At the center of the main object

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Above the horizon line

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Below the horizon line