Types of Illustration Quiz
Instructions: Choose the best answer for each question.
1. Which type of illustration is commonly used in children's books?
a) Woodcutting
b) Metal etchings
c) Pencil illustrations
d) Charcoal illustrations
2. What is the main characteristic of woodcutting illustrations?
a) Soft shadows and transitions
b) Contrasting colors and big strokes
c) Fine lines and hatching
d) Blendability and smooth shading
3. Which technique uses a metal plate covered with waxy ground and acid to create an illustration?
a) Woodcutting
b) Metal etchings
c) Pencil illustrations
d) Charcoal illustrations
4. What is the main advantage of pencil illustrations?
a) Rich material for soft shadows and transitions
b) Blendability for creating textures and shadows
c) Precise lines and accuracy
d) Versatility in creating different styles
5. Which technique is known for its blendability and soft shadows?
a) Woodcutting
b) Metal etchings
c) Pencil illustrations
d) Charcoal illustrations
6. What is the main characteristic of lithography illustrations?
a) Contrasting colors and big strokes
b) Fine lines and hatching
c) Soft, airy, and depth
d) Opaque colors and reworkability
7. Which technique uses color pigments and water to create nuances and transparencies?
a) Woodcutting
b) Metal etchings
c) Watercolor illustrations
d) Charcoal illustrations
8. What is the main advantage of gouache illustrations?
a) Rich, thicker, and darker shades
b) Versatility in achieving different effects
c) Blendability for creating textures and shadows
d) High contrasts and fine lines
9. Which technique involves creating artwork by assembling different forms and materials?
a) Woodcutting
b) Metal etchings
c) Collage illustration
d) Charcoal illustrations
10. What is the main characteristic of pen-and-ink illustrations?
a) Soft shadows and transitions
b) Contrasting colors and big strokes
c) Fine lines and hatching
d) Blendability and smooth shading
11. Which type of illustration is commonly used in advertising?
a) Concept art
b) Illustrations for children
c) Comics/Graphic novels
d) Advertising illustrations
12. What is the main characteristic of concept art illustrations?
a) Soft shadows and transitions
b) Contrasting colors and big strokes
c) Fine lines and hatching
d) Versatility in creating different styles
13. Which type of illustration is commonly used for book covers?
a) Concept art
b) Illustrations for children
c) Books/Publications/Editorial illustrations
d) Advertising illustrations
14. What is the main characteristic of book/publication/editorial illustrations?
a) Soft shadows and transitions
b) Contrasting colors and big strokes
c) Eye-catching and attention-grabbing
d) Versatility in creating different styles
15. Which type of illustration is commonly used for packaging?
a) Concept art
b) Illustrations for children
c) Packaging illustrations
d) Advertising illustrations
Good luck!
