Analysis of Creative Arts Works
16 Grade 5 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Analysis of Creative Arts Works, with worked marking schemes. 16 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
1 markIn a picture, an artist uses bright red and yellow. These red and yellow are examples of which element of art?
A. Texture
B. Rhythm
C. Sound
D. Colour
(1 mark)
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1 markA learner describes a woven basket as 'rough and bumpy to touch'. She is talking about the artwork's:
A. Texture
B. Tempo
C. Melody
D. Pitch
(1 mark)
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1 markWhen analysing a song or piece of music, which of these would you comment on?
A. The colour of the paint
B. The rhythm and melody
C. The weaving pattern
D. The brush strokes
(1 mark)
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1 markWhen you analyse how fast or slow a piece of music is performed, you are commenting on its:
A. Tempo
B. Colour
C. Line
D. Texture
(1 mark)
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1 markWhich question is MOST useful when analysing a piece of creative art work?
A. What is the weather today?
B. How much did the frame cost?
C. Who owns the shop?
D. What message and feelings does the work communicate?
(1 mark)
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4 marksWhen analysing a musical performance and a painting, different features are considered. (a) Give one feature you would comment on in a song. (1 mark) (b) Give one feature you would comment on in a painting. (1 mark) (c) State one polite way to give feedback on a classmate's work. (2 marks)
(4 marks)
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(a) Any one: rhythm, melody, tempo, pitch, words/message (1 mark). (b) Any one: colour, line, texture, shape, composition, message (1 mark). (c) Any one, 2 marks: start with something positive/praise then suggest an improvement kindly; use respectful/encouraging language; be honest but not hurtful. (Total 4 marks)
Question 7
4 marksTwo learners disagree about a sculpture. One says it is 'ugly' and the other says it is 'interesting'. Explain how the class can analyse the sculpture fairly instead of just saying it is ugly or nice.
(4 marks)
Marking scheme
They should look at and describe specific features/elements — form, texture, shape, size, the material used and the message (2 marks); give reasons based on what they see rather than only opinions, and comment respectfully/constructively so it helps the artist (2 marks). Max 4 marks.
Question 8
1 markWhich of the following is a visual element you would look for when analysing a drawing?
A. Beat
B. Tempo
C. Line
D. Harmony
(1 mark)
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1 markWhy is it important to give respectful, constructive comments when analysing a classmate's artwork?
A. To copy their work
B. To end the lesson quickly
C. To help them improve and encourage them
D. To make them feel bad
(1 mark)
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1 markA learner says a mural 'shows the importance of protecting trees'. She is describing the artwork's:
A. Smell
B. Message/theme
C. Weight
D. Price
(1 mark)
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1 markWhen we look at a painting and talk about the colours, lines and how it makes us feel, we are:
A. Cleaning the artwork
B. Analysing the artwork
C. Selling the artwork
D. Framing the artwork
(1 mark)
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4 marksExplain why an artist or performer includes a 'message' or theme in their creative work, and give one example of a message a Kenyan artwork might communicate.
(4 marks)
Marking scheme
A message/theme communicates an idea, feeling or lesson to the audience; it gives meaning and purpose to the work / teaches or informs / passes on culture (2 marks). Example, any one: importance of protecting the environment/trees; unity/peace; respect for elders; hard work; celebrating culture (2 marks).
Question 13
1 markA group of learners watches a traditional dance and discusses the costumes, movements and the message. This process is best described as:
A. Making costumes
B. Rehearsing the dance
C. Composing a song
D. Appreciating and analysing a performance
(1 mark)
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1 markThe arrangement of parts in an artwork so that it looks balanced and pleasing is called:
A. Dyeing
B. Squeaking
C. Dribbling
D. Composition
(1 mark)
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1 markA learner comments on how curved and straight marks are used in a drawing. Which element of art is she analysing?
A. Rhythm
B. Pitch
C. Line
D. Tempo
(1 mark)
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4 marksA Grade 5 class is looking at a colourful painting of a Kenyan market. (a) State two visual elements they can identify and comment on in the painting. (2 marks) (b) Explain one reason why analysing artworks is important for learners. (2 marks)
(4 marks)
Marking scheme
(a) Any two visual elements, 1 mark each: colour, line, shape, texture, space, form (2 marks). (b) Any one well explained: it helps learners appreciate art/understand the message; develops critical thinking; helps them improve their own work; learn to give and receive feedback (2 marks).
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