NGSA Skills and Competencies Arts 2

Question 1

Which element of art refers to the lightness or darkness of a color?

Accepted Answer

Value

Answer

Value describes how light or dark a color appears, ranging from white to black.

Question 2

In music, what does the term 'tempo' describe?

Accepted Answer

The speed at which music is played

Answer

Tempo refers to the speed or pace at which a piece of music is performed.

Question 3

A sculptor creates a figure by removing material from a block of marble. This technique is called:

Accepted Answer

Carving

Answer

Carving is a subtractive process where material is cut away from a solid block to reveal a form.

Question 4

In theater, the term 'blocking' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The planned movement of actors on stage

Answer

Blocking is the director's plan for where and how actors move during a performance.

Question 5

Which type of brushstroke creates a thick, textured effect by applying heavy paint?

Accepted Answer

Impasto

Answer

Impasto is a painting technique where paint is applied thickly so that brushstrokes or palette knife marks are clearly visible.

(NGSA) National Grade Six Assessment Practice Test