Master Painting Basics: A Comprehensive Guide for Seventh Graders

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of composition in painting?

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Perspective

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Balance

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Harmony

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Focal point

Question 2

What is the term for the visible evidence of a painting's history of being worked and reworked?

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Patina

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Glazing

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Impasto

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Chiaroscuro

Question 3

Which painting technique involves using a small brush to create tiny dots of color to build up an image?

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Stippling

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Sgraffito

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Dry brush

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Washes

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a type of perspective used in painting to create the illusion of depth?

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Isometric perspective

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Linear perspective

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Atmospheric perspective

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One-point perspective

Question 5

What is the term for the use of light and shadow in a painting to create the illusion of depth and dimension?

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Chiaroscuro

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Foreshortening

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Trompe l'oeil

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Impasto

Question 6

What is the purpose of using a primer on a canvas?

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To create a barrier between the canvas and the paint

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To establish a color scheme

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To add depth to the painting

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To protect the canvas from paint

Question 7

Which of the following artists is associated with the Renaissance period?

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

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Jackson Pollock

Question 8

What is the difference between opacity and transparency?

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Opacity refers to the ability of a paint to block light, while transparency refers to its ability to allow light to pass through.

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Opacity refers to the ability of a paint to allow light to pass through, while transparency refers to its ability to block light.

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Opacity and transparency are synonyms for the same concept.

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Transparency refers to the ability of a paint to block light, while opacity refers to its ability to allow light to pass through.

Question 9

What is the purpose of sizing a canvas?

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To prepare the canvas for painting

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To frame the painting

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To protect the canvas from damage

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To create a textured surface for painting

Question 10

Which painting technique is closely associated with the Impressionist art movement?

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Alla prima

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Impasto

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Chiaroscuro

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Sfumato

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a primary color?

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Brown

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Red

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Blue

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Green

Question 12

What technique involves using a brush to create thick, textured strokes?

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Impasto

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Glazing

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Sfumato

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Stippling

Question 13

Which of the following does NOT affect the value of a color?

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Canvas texture

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Light source

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Surrounding colors

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Color saturation

Question 14

What is a primary use of a sketchbook in the painting process?

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To develop ideas and practice techniques

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To store finished paintings

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To display artwork for presentation

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To prepare colors for painting

Question 15

Which color is NOT considered a primary color in painting?

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Purple

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 16

What is the technique used to mix different colors together on a palette?

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Blending

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Layering

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Impasto

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Stippling

Question 17

Which type of brush is best for creating thin lines and details?

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Round

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Flat

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Filbert

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Fan

Question 18

What is the term for applying large amounts of paint to create a raised texture?

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Impasto

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Underpainting

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Grisaille

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Scumbling

Question 19

What type of paint can be easily thinned with water and is known for its transparency?

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Watercolor

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Acrylic

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Oil

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Gouache

Question 20

Which of the following colors is considered a warm color?

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Orange

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 21

What is the technique of applying thin, transparent layers of paint to achieve depth and luminosity?

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Glazing

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Underpainting

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Grisaille

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Scumbling

Question 22

Which of these is NOT considered a primary color?

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Green

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Red

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Yellow

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Blue

Question 23

Which shape of paintbrush is recommended for smoothly blending colors together?

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Filbert

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Flat

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Round

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Fan

Question 24

Which technique is used to gradually transition between two colors on a canvas?

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Glazing

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Stippling

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Impasto

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Drybrushing

Question 25

Which of these is a type of oil-based paint?

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Oil

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Acrylic

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Watercolor

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Tempura

Question 26

What is the primary purpose of applying a gesso primer to a canvas before painting?

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To prevent paint absorption and seal the canvas

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To create a textured surface

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To enhance the vibrancy of paint colors

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To provide a waterproof barrier

Question 27

Which of these brushstroke techniques is used to achieve a rough, textured effect?

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Drybrushing

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Cross-hatching

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Stippling

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Scumbling

Question 28

What is the main difference between a hue and a shade?

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Hue is a pure color, while a shade is a darker version of the same color.

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Shade is a pure color, while a hue is a lighter version of the same color.

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Hue refers to warm colors, while shade refers to cool colors.

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There is no difference between hue and shade.

Question 29

Which of these factors does NOT influence the drying time of oil paint?

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Type of canvas used

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Temperature

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Humidity

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Thickness of paint application

Question 30

Identify the color that is NOT a primary color.

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Green

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 31

Which method is used to create a gradual transition between colors in a painting?

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Glazing

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Stippling

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Dry brush

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Impasto

Question 32

For adding fine details in a painting, which type of brush is most suitable?

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Round brush

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Flat brush

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Bright brush

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Filbert brush

Question 33

What is used to dilute and thin oil paints?

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Turpentine

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Gum arabic

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Watercolor

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Acrylic medium

Question 34

What is the primary purpose of an underpainting?

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To provide a foundation for layers of paint

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To refine color choices

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To create texture

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To protect the canvas

Question 35

What is the purpose of a gesso in painting?

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As a ground applied to canvas

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As a type of paint

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As a brush cleaner

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As a varnish

Question 36

Which of the following is an analogous color scheme?

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A set of colors that are next to each other on the color wheel.

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A combination of a single color with black and white.

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A group of colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel.

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A selection of colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel.

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a primary color used in painting?

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Green

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Red

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Yellow

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Blue

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a primary color?

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Orange

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 39

What type of brush can create thin, even lines?

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Round brush

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Flat brush

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Fan brush

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Filbert brush

Question 40

What technique involves gradually adding light and dark shades to create depth?

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Shading

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Highlighting

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Layering

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Color blending

Question 41

What is the primary purpose of using a palette in painting?

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Mixing and holding colors

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Creating a color wheel

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Displaying finished paintings

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Cleaning brushes

Question 42

Which of the following colors would be considered a warm color?

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Red

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 43

What effect do dry brushstrokes create on a surface?

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A rough texture

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A smooth finish

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Evenly blended colors

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A glossy surface

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when choosing a subject to paint?

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The weather forecast

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Your personal interests

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Your skill level

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The materials you have available

Question 45

What is the main reason for sketching before painting?

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To plan the composition

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To practice brushstrokes

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To mix colors

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To create a finished work of art

Question 46

Which color is NOT a primary color used in painting?

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Green

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 47

Which type of brush is used to create precise and detailed lines?

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Round

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Flat

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Fan

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Bright

Question 48

Which technique creates a raised, textured effect on a painting?

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Impasto

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Drybrush

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Sfumato

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Chiaroscuro

Question 49

What is the main purpose of applying gesso to a canvas?

Accepted Answer

Seal the surface and create a smooth base

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Add texture and darken the canvas

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Create a glossy finish and enhance colors

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Protect the canvas from damage

Question 50

Which tool is used to apply paint thickly and create textured effects?

Accepted Answer

Impasto

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Sgraffito

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Encaustic

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Watercolor wash

Question 51

What is the term for the range of light to dark shades in a painting?

Accepted Answer

Value

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Hue

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Saturation

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Contrast

Question 52

Which pigment is known for its intense blue color?

Accepted Answer

Ultramarine blue

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Alizarin crimson

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Burnt sienna

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Cadmium yellow