Drawing Drawing 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which drawing technique uses closely spaced parallel lines to build up shading and tonal value?
- Hatching (Correct answer)
- Stippling
- Blending
- Scumbling
Correct answer: Hatching
Hatching creates value through a series of closely spaced parallel lines.
Question 2: What is the term for two sets of hatching lines crossing each other to deepen a shadow?
- Cross-hatching (Correct answer)
- Feathering
- Tonal wash
- Contouring
Correct answer: Cross-hatching
Cross-hatching layers intersecting line sets to build darker tones.
Question 3: On the standard graphite scale, which pencil grade produces the darkest, softest mark?
- 9B (Correct answer)
- HB
- 2H
- 9H
Correct answer: 9B
B grades are soft and dark, with 9B being the softest and darkest.
Question 4: What does 'H' stand for in pencil grading?
- Hard (Correct answer)
- Heavy
- Highlight
- Hue
Correct answer: Hard
H indicates a hard lead that makes lighter, finer lines.
Question 5: Which term describes the outermost edge or outline of a drawn object?
- Contour (Correct answer)
- Gesture
- Value
- Vanishing point
Correct answer: Contour
A contour is the line defining the outer edge of a form.
Question 6: A quick, loose drawing that captures the movement and pose of a subject is called a:
- Gesture drawing (Correct answer)
- Still life
- Master copy
- Blind contour
Correct answer: Gesture drawing
Gesture drawing rapidly captures the action and flow of a pose.
Question 7: Which tool is best for softening and blending graphite for smooth gradients?
- Blending stump (Correct answer)
- Kneaded eraser
- Mechanical pencil
- Fixative spray
Correct answer: Blending stump
A blending stump (tortillon) smudges graphite to create smooth transitions.
Drawing Drawing 2
Which drawing technique uses closely spaced parallel lines to build up shading and tonal value?