Analysis of Creative Arts Works
17 Grade 4 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Analysis of Creative Arts Works, with worked marking schemes. 17 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
4 marksYou watch a traditional dance performance at a school function.
(a) State two things you would observe to analyse the dance.
(b) State one reason such dances are important in Kenyan culture.
(4 marks)
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(a) Any two: body movements/steps, coordination/timing, costumes/attire, the music or drumming, formation/patterns, facial expression (1 mark each = 2 marks). (b) Any one: they preserve/pass on culture; they entertain; they teach values; they bring the community together; they mark celebrations (up to 2 marks).
Question 2
3 marksStudy a painting of a busy Kenyan market.
(a) Name two things you would look at when analysing this painting.
(b) State one feeling the painting might give a viewer.
(3 marks)
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1 markWhich of the following is an element of art a learner can identify in a picture?
A. Melody
B. Tempo
C. Colour
D. Rhythm
(1 mark)
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1 markIn analysing a dance performance, which element would a learner MOST likely comment on?
A. The colour of the school gate
B. The number of desks in class
C. The price of shoes
D. The movements and body coordination
(1 mark)
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1 markWhen learners compare two drawings and say which one uses brighter colours, they are:
A. Comparing the artworks
B. Selling the artworks
C. Weighing the artworks
D. Erasing the artworks
(1 mark)
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1 markWhen a learner explains what a song is about and how it makes people feel, the learner is analysing the song's:
A. Price and owner
B. Weight and size
C. Colour and shape
D. Message and mood
(1 mark)
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4 marksA classmate shows you a clay pot he has made.
(a) State two positive things you could say about it.
(b) Give one polite way to suggest an improvement.
(4 marks)
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(a) Any two positive comments, e.g. neat/smooth shape, good use of pattern, even walls, attractive colour/decoration (1 mark each = 2 marks). (b) A polite suggestion phrased kindly, e.g. 'You could make the rim a little more even next time' / 'Adding a pattern would make it even nicer' (2 marks).
Question 8
1 markWhen learners look at a painting and talk about the colours, lines and shapes used, they are:
A. Cooking a meal
B. Cleaning the room
C. Singing a song
D. Analysing the artwork
(1 mark)
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1 markWhich question BEST helps a learner analyse a piece of artwork?
A. What is the price of the paint?
B. How far is the market?
C. What materials and colours did the artist use?
D. Who owns the art shop?
(1 mark)
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3 marksName three elements a learner can identify when analysing a picture or drawing.
(3 marks)
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4 marksStudy a painting of a busy Kenyan market scene that uses many bright colours arranged evenly across the picture.
(a) Name one element of art shown by the use of bright colours in the picture. (1 mark)
(b) Explain what is meant by "balance" in an artwork. (2 marks)
(c) State one reason why artists analyse creative art works. (1 mark)
(4 marks)
Marking scheme
(a) Colour. (b) Balance means arranging the parts/elements of an artwork evenly so that no single side or section appears heavier or more crowded than the other. (c) Any one: to understand the message/idea the artist is communicating; to appreciate the skills and techniques used; to learn and improve one's own artistic skills; to give useful feedback or critique on the work.
Question 12
1 markA Maasai beaded necklace and a Kikuyu gourd are both examples of Kenyan:
A. Gymnastics moves
B. Traditional artworks
C. Wind instruments
D. Rhythmic patterns
(1 mark)
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3 marksExplain why it is important for learners to analyse and appreciate creative arts works made by others.
(3 marks)
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Any three of (1 mark each): it helps them understand and appreciate the work; it helps them learn new skills and ideas; it develops respect for other people's efforts and cultures; it improves their own creativity; it helps them give and receive helpful feedback.
Question 14
1 markThe main reason for analysing creative arts works in class is to:
A. Copy it exactly to sell
B. Hide it from others
C. Destroy the artwork
D. Understand and appreciate the work better
(1 mark)
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1 markA learner describes a woven basket as having 'bright red and green patterns that repeat'. The repeating patterns are an example of:
A. A recorder note
B. A gymnastics roll
C. Pattern in the artwork
D. A musical beat
(1 mark)
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1 markA learner says a painting of a sunset makes her feel calm and peaceful. She is describing the artwork's:
A. Cost
B. Mood or feeling
C. Length only
D. Weight
(1 mark)
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1 markWhen appreciating a classmate's drawing, a learner should give feedback that is:
A. False praise only
B. Completely silent
C. Rude and hurtful
D. Kind, honest and helpful
(1 mark)
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