Colour Theory – Primary, secondary, complementary

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Colour Theory – Primary, secondary, complementary

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Colour Theory – Primary, secondary, complementary

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Instructions: Answer all questions to the best of your ability. For multiple choice questions, circle the correct answer. For short answer questions, provide concise responses. Read true/false statements carefully and indicate whether they are true or false.
A

Multiple Choice Questions

Select the correct answer for each question.
1.
Which of the following is NOT a primary color?
AA) Red
BB) Blue
CC) Green
DD) Yellow
2.
What is the result of mixing equal parts of red and yellow?
AA) Orange
BB) Green
CC) Purple
DD) Brown
3.
Which color is complementary to blue?
AA) Green
BB) Orange
CC) Purple
DD) Yellow
4.
What is the primary purpose of the color wheel?
AA) To display all colors
BB) To show color relationships
CC) To mix colors
DD) To create a visual impact
5.
Which of the following is a secondary color?
AA) Red
BB) Blue
CC) Green
DD) Yellow
6.
What is the term for colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel?
AA) Analogous colors
BB) Triadic colors
CC) Complementary colors
DD) Monochromatic colors
7.
Which color is made by mixing red and blue?
AA) Green
BB) Purple
CC) Orange
DD) Yellow
8.
Which color scheme uses three colors that are equally spaced on the color wheel?
AA) Monochromatic
BB) Analogous
CC) Complimentary
DD) Triadic
9.
What effect can warm colors (like red, yellow, and orange) create in art?
AA) Calmness
BB) Sadness
CC) Energy
DD) Serenity
10.
Which color is often associated with tranquility and calmness?
AA) Red
BB) Blue
CC) Yellow
DD) Orange
B

True/False Questions

Circle True or False for each statement.
1.
True or False: Secondary colors are created by mixing two primary colors.
2.
True or False: Monochromatic color schemes use only one color in various shades and tints.
3.
True or False: The color wheel is a tool used only for digital art.
C

Short Answer Questions

Answer each question in the space provided.
1.
Define primary colors and provide an example.
2.
What is the result of mixing a primary color with a secondary color?
3.
How do artists use complementary colors to enhance their artwork?
4.
Describe the emotional impact of using warm colors in a painting.
5.
What is the significance of color psychology in art?

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Created
4/14/2025
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