2nd Summative Test
S.Y 2025-2026
Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions
DIRECTION: This is a 25-item multiple choice test, read the questions carefully and choose the
letter of the CORRECT answer and write it on your answer sheet. No erasures shall be permitted. The
use of cell phones is strictly prohibited.
1. Which principle of design refers to the appearance of "oneness" in an artwork?
A. Balance B. Unity and Variety C. Contrast D. Rhythm
2. In color theory, what are considered primary hues?
A. Orange, Green, Violet B. Blue, Red, Green
C. Red, Yellow, Blue D. Indigo, Violet, Orange
3. An artist uses which technique to draw viewer attention to specific areas of an artwork?
A. Rhythm B. Scale C. Proportion D. Emphasis and Subordination
4. Which element of art represents the physical bulk or three-dimensional area of an object?
A. Line B. Shape C. Mass D. Texture
5. Perspective in visual arts primarily refers to:
A. An artist's personal opinion
B. Representing three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface
C. The emotional depth of an artwork
D. Cultural interpretation of art
6. What does "chiaroscuro" specifically describe in art?
A. Color mixing techniques B. Geometric shapes
C. Gradations of light and shade revealing forms D. Architectural design principles
7. Which principle involves the regular recurrence of visual elements?
A. Balance B. Repetition and Rhythm C. Emphasis D. Contrast
8. Cool colors are typically found on which side of the color wheel?
A. Red-orange side B. Blue-green side C. Yellow-green side D. Violet-red side
9. An "implied line" in art means:
A. A physically drawn line B. A line suggested by the arrangement of elements
C. A mathematical line D. A geometric boundary
10. Which element represents the lightness and darkness of surfaces?
A. Color B. Texture C. Shape D. Value
11. What describes the size relationship of parts to a whole in art?
A. Scale B. Proportion C. Balance D. Emphasis
12. Organic shapes are typically characterized by:
A. Precise geometric boundaries B. Irregular, often curved forms
C. Mathematical precision D. Sharp angular edges
13. In visual communication, lines can express:
A. Only physical boundaries B. Direction, observations, and feelings
C. Mathematical relationships D. Color variations
2nd Summative Test
S.Y 2025-2026
Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions
14. What does "saturation" refer to in color theory?
A. Color brightness B. Color purity C. Color temperature D. Color complexity
15. Which principle involves juxtaposing strongly dissimilar elements?
A. Unity B. Balance C. Contrast D. Rhythm
16. "Appropriation" in contemporary art most likely refers to:
A. Stealing artistic techniques B. Legally acquiring artwork
C. Reusing existing cultural elements in new contexts D. Government arts funding
17. How does technology function in contemporary artistic expression?
A. As a mere technical tool B. As a fundamental medium for creative
exploration
C. As a distraction from traditional art forms D. Only for digital graphic design
18. The concept of "hybridity" in contemporary art suggests:
A. Genetic mixing of artistic styles B. Creating exclusively digital artwork
C. Rejecting traditional art forms D. Limiting artistic mediums
19. Performance art primarily demonstrates:
A. Traditional theatrical techniques B. The artist's body and actions as a creative medium
C. Musical performance skills D. Choreographed dance routines
20. Which principle emphasizes artists' engagement with spatial contexts?
A. Temporal manipulation B. Architectural design
C. Exploring physical and conceptual spaces D. Geographic representation
21. Contemporary art's relationship to society can best be described as:
A. Completely detached B. Purely decorative
C. A critical and reflective dialogue D. Exclusively commercial
22. Artists using contemporary principles are most likely interested in:
A. Reproducing classical techniques
B. Exploring current social experiences and challenges
C. Creating purely aesthetic objects
D. Generating market value
23. "Space" in contemporary art might refer to:
A. Physical gallery dimensions B. Geographical locations
C. Both physical and conceptual environments D. Architectural design principles
24. The primary goal of contemporary artistic principles is to:
A. Generate commercial products B. Replicate historical styles
C. Provoke critical thinking and social dialogue D. Create technically perfect
representations
25. Technological integration in contemporary art suggests:
A. Replacing traditional artistic mediums
B. Using technology as a creative and expressive tool
C. Rejecting manual artistic techniques
D. Limiting artistic exploration
2nd Summative Test
S.Y 2025-2026
Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions
