Lines in Art: Interactive Learning Quizzes for 6th Grade

Question 1

What is the main purpose of using implied lines in art?

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To create a sense of movement and guide the viewer's eye

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To emphasize depth

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To create texture

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To express emotion

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a curved line?

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A circle

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A straight line pointing up

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A zigzag line

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A square

Question 3

What is the opposite of a vertical line?

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Horizontal line

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Diagonal line

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Curved line

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Implied line

Question 4

Which techniques can be used to create lines in art?

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Hatching

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Cross-hatching

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Stippling

Question 5

How has line art evolved over time?

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Modern line art has become more abstract and expressive.

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Digital tools have broadened the possibilities for line art.

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Line art has remained unchanged throughout history.

Question 6

Lines in art are defined as

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Continuous marks on a surface

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Shapes with three dimensions

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Closed figures with curved edges

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Objects with no shape or form

Question 7

A horizon line is a line that separates

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The sky from the land or sea

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The foreground from the background

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Light areas from dark areas

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Positive space from negative space

Question 8

Which of these is NOT a way to create a sense of rhythm in a drawing using lines?

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Using lines that are all the same length and direction

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Repeating lines

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Alternating lines of different lengths

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Using lines that intersect at regular intervals

Question 9

What is the primary purpose of using cross-hatching in artwork?

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To create shadows and depth

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To add texture

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To accentuate movement

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To create contrast

Question 10

Which famous painting by Vincent van Gogh is known for its distinctive use of bold, swirling lines?

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Starry Night

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Mona Lisa

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Girl with a Pearl Earring

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American Gothic

Question 11

Which type of line can convey a feeling of weight and stability?

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Vertical

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Horizontal

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Diagonal

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Spiral

Question 12

Which of the following is not a characteristic of gestural lines?

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Precise and measured

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Rapid and spontaneous

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Expressive and fluid

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Dynamic and energetic

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of hatching in art?

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To add texture and shading

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To create a sense of movement

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To highlight specific areas

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To separate objects from the background

Question 14

How can lines be used to create a feeling of rhythm in a picture?

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By making the lines repeat

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By using lines that are different from each other

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By using curved lines

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By using different textures on the lines

Question 15

Which of these is a shape, not just a line?

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Square

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Horizontal line

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Vertical line

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Diagonal line

Question 16

Which type of line conveys a sense of movement and energy?

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Diagonal

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Horizontal

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Vertical

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Curved

Question 17

Which artist is known for their innovative and expressive linework?

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Rembrandt

Question 18

What is the primary use of contour lines in art?

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To define the shape and form of objects

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To create depth and dimension

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To express emotion and movement

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To add highlights and shadows

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a horizontal line?

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Is perpendicular to a vertical line

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Runs parallel to the ground

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Creates a sense of stability

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Often used to create horizons

Question 20

Identify the type of line used to show the outline of a shape or form:

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Contour line

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Gestural line

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Horizontal line

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Vertical line

Question 21

What is the difference between a gestural line and a contour line?

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Gestural lines are drawn quickly and freely, while contour lines follow the shape of an object

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Contour lines are drawn quickly and freely, while gestural lines follow the shape of an object

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Gestural lines are drawn using a ruler, while contour lines are drawn freehand

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Contour lines are drawn using a ruler, while gestural lines are drawn freehand

Question 22

What is the purpose of using cross-hatching in artwork?

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To create a sense of depth and texture

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To outline the shape of an object

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To create a sense of movement

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To balance the composition

Question 23

A line that is broken up into smaller parts is called a:

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Dashed line

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Dotted line

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Hatching line

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Cross-hatching line

Question 24

Which of the following is an example of a thick line?

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Border of a page

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Sketch of a person

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Outline of a tree

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Line drawing of a flower

Question 25

Which type of line can be used to create a feeling of tension or conflict?

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Zigzag line

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Curved line

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Straight line

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Dotted line

Question 26

What is the difference between a contour line and an outline?

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Contour lines show the shape of an object, while outlines separate objects.

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Outlines show the shape of an object, while contour lines separate objects.

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Contour lines are thicker than outlines.

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Outlines are thicker than contour lines.

Question 27

Which of these artists is famous for using exaggerated, distorted lines?

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Pablo Picasso

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Frida Kahlo

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 28

What is the term for a line that creates a clear boundary or edge?

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Contour line

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Horizon line

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Perspective line

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Vanishing point

Question 29

How can lines be used to create an illusion of depth in an artwork?

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By making the lines converge towards a point

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By drawing parallel lines that run in the same direction

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By drawing lines that cross each other at right angles

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By drawing curved lines that create a sense of roundness

Question 30

What is the term for a line that is made up of a series of short dashes?

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Dashed line

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Dotted line

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Broken line

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Interrupted line

Question 31

Which characteristic is NOT associated with vertical lines?

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Adds movement to an artwork

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Makes objects appear taller

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Creates a sense of height

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Can symbolize growth or strength

Question 32

How do diagonal lines differ from horizontal and vertical lines?

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They suggest movement and energy

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They are always perfectly straight

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They can divide a space into different sections

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They are used to create depth

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a tool typically used to create lines in art?

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Erasers

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Pencils

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Markers

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Paint brushes

Question 34

In addition to their visual qualities, lines can also have symbolic meanings. What might a horizontal line typically represent?

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Stability and calmness

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Movement and energy

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Chaos and disorder

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Growth and expansion

Question 35

Lines that create a feeling of movement are called:

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Dynamic lines

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Static lines

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Calm lines

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Thin lines

Question 36

Lines that are used to express strong emotions are known as:

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Emotional lines

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Descriptive lines

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Artistic lines

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Technical lines

Question 37

True or False: Lines can only be straight.

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False

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True

Question 38

Which of the following is a characteristic of thick lines?

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Strength

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Delicacy

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Subtlety

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Elegance

Question 39

True or False: Lines are only used in two-dimensional artwork.

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False

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True

Question 40

Which of the following techniques can be used to create lines in sculpture?

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Carving

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Molding

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Casting

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Painting

Question 41

Which of the following lines is most commonly associated with a sense of calmness?

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Horizontal line

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Vertical line

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Diagonal line

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Curved line

Question 42

Which type of line suggests movement and direction?

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Diagonal line

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Horizontal line

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Vertical line

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Curved line

Question 43

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of lines?

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Color

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Length

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Width

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Thickness

Question 44

Which type of line can be used to outline an object's shape?

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Contour line

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Hatching line

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Cross-hatching line

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Stippling line

Question 45

Which type of line is known for its gentle, flowing appearance?

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Curved line

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Horizontal line

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Vertical line

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Diagonal line

Question 46

What effect do horizontal lines usually create in artwork?

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Stability

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Movement

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Depth

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Tension

Question 47

Which technique utilizes lines to create a sense of motion within a piece of art?

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Combining curved and straight lines

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Employing thick and thin lines

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Utilizing parallel and perpendicular lines

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Using vertical and horizontal lines

Question 48

Which of the following lines is effective in creating a feeling of rhythm in a work of art?

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A zigzag line

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A straight line

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A curved line

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A dotted line

Question 49

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a line?

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It can have color.

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It has length but no width.

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It can be curved or straight.

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It can represent a boundary.

Question 50

Which type of line is thick and bold?

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Heavy

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Light

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Long

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Short

Question 51

What is the difference between a contour line and a gesture line?

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Contour lines follow the contours of an object, while gesture lines capture its movement.

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Gesture lines follow the contours of an object, while contour lines capture its movement.

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Contour lines are straight, while gesture lines are curved.

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Gesture lines are straight, while contour lines are curved.

Question 52

How can lines be used to create a sense of perspective in a drawing?

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By using parallel lines that converge at a vanishing point

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By using lines that are perpendicular to each other

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By using lines that are drawn at random

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By using lines that are curved and wavy