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Unit 2 Elements of Design Bell Quiz

Day 1 Element Intro
1. 4. The elements of design can be defined as:
A. Style and use of objects
B. Strength and dignity of a room
C. Balance and rhythm
D. Basic components (tools) that make up a design
2. All of these are elements of design except:
a. size
b. space
c. line
d. form

Day 3 Shape and Form
  1. (T / F) A designer is more concerned with an object’s apparent weight than its actual weight.
  1. When an object appears “top-heavy” it:
A. It will tip over
B. Creates a feeling of instability
C. Has a base too small for its top
D. Has light hanging on the top
3. Which of the following is true of forms:
a. Some have length and width but little or no depth
b. Some lack length but have width and depth
c. All have length, width, and depth
d. All achieve the same design effect
4. One way to create stability in a design is to:
a. Balance a triangle on one of its three points
b. Create an object where the top is larger than the bottom
c. Place several small objects together
d. Avoid using large furniture such as pianos and sofas.
5. Forms such as walls or rugs that have length and width but little or no depth
a. lack interest in a design
b. appear cramped and confining
c. are examples of 2-dimensionsal forms
d. require a bright pattern to offset their shape
6. Rectangular forms are generally:
A. Graceful and feminine
B. Pointed and sharp
C. Masculine and hard
D. Soft and comfortable / Day 2 Space
  1. (T / F) There is no such thing in a room as too much empty space
  1. (T / F) Space is the most significant design element
  1. (T / F) One way to make a large space look smaller is to divide it with room dividers
  1. The area a designer works with is called:
A. Color C. Design
B. Space D. Texture
  1. Which strategy will make a small space appear larger?
  1. Add more furnishings
  2. Use lots of patters
  3. Install mirrors
  4. Use ______color
  1. Large, open spaces generally convey feelings of:
  1. Being uncomfortable and lonely.
  2. Freedom and luxury
  3. Privacy and intimacy
  4. Being uncomfortable and hostile
  1. Space that is filled is called ______space.
A. NegativeC. Open
B. Positive D. Close
8. Paint is a popular ceiling treatment. White and light colors are most common and make a ceiling appear:
A.HigherC.Active
B.LowerD.Floating
Day 4 Line
  1. (T / F) Lines formed by groups of objects, such as a row of windows create a sense of movement and direction
  1. (T / F) Low sofas and bookshelves are used to create the illusion of greater height in a room.
  1. All of the following are feelings that lines can be used to convey EXCEPT:
  1. Strength
  2. Serenity
  3. Warmth
  4. Action
  1. Which type of line is least likely to feel natural and free?
  1. A curve
  2. A straight line
  3. An oval
  4. A circle
  1. To add a sense of excitement to a room, you would use:
  1. Long horizontal lines
  2. Tall vertical lines
  3. Diagonal lines
  4. Horizontal lines
6. A border that runs parallel to the floor is an example of a:
A.Curved line. C.Horizontal line.
B.Diagonal line. D. Vertical line.
7. A room with many sharp angles and competing lines results in a/an:
A.Feeling of tranquility.
B.Room with competing textures.
C.Uncomfortable and uneasy feeling.
D.Feeling of satisfaction and rest. / Day 5 Texture
  1. (T / F) Visual texture is the sensation derived by running your fingers over a surface
  1. Varying textures, such as hanging a quilt on a smooth wall______
  1. Adds interest and variety to a room
  2. Makes the room feel larger
  3. Makes the room feel cooler
  4. Takes away from the harmony of the design
  1. (T / F) Smooth velvets and heavy brocades are likely to convey a feeling of ruggedness
  1. Texture can affect the appearance of an object’s color by making it look:
  1. Lighter if the texture is smooth
  2. Darker if the texture is smooth
  3. Lighter if the texture si rough
  4. Darker or lighter if the texture is rough
  1. A room with too much variety creates a feeling of:
  1. Excitement
  2. Confusion
  3. Tranquility
  4. Hostility
  1. Wall coverings with vertical patterns can make:
  1. A room a appear friendlier
  2. A ceiling appear higher
  3. A room appear wider
  4. A ceiling appear lower
7. Abstract decorative design is:
A. Stylized
B. Made to relate to nothing in nature or geometric shapes
C. Composed of geometric shapes
D. Made to look as real as possible