Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports

13 Grade 7 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Analysis of Creative Arts and Sports, with worked marking schemes. 13 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   When giving feedback on a peer's drawing, feedback is described as 'constructive' when it:

   A. Says nothing useful

   B. Points out strengths and suggests specific improvements

   C. Praises everything without reason

   D. Only lists faults harshly

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   When a learner looks at a completed painting and gives an opinion on what is good about it and what could be improved, they are carrying out:

   A. Manufacturing

   B. Analysis and appreciation

   C. Framing

   D. Marketing only

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   When judging a music performance, which element would an analyst MOST appropriately assess?

   A. Accuracy of pitch and rhythm

   B. The audience's shoes

   C. The weather outside

   D. The colour of the curtains

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4. Question 4

   4 marks

   Explain the difference between describing an artwork and evaluating (judging) an artwork.

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   After watching a school drama performance, your teacher asks the class to 'appreciate' it. What does appreciating a creative arts performance mainly involve?

   A. Copying the performance exactly

   B. Judging and giving constructive comments on its strengths and weaknesses

   C. Ignoring it completely

   D. Only counting how many people watched

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   In analysing a sports performance such as a race, which of these is a relevant point to comment on?

   A. The athlete's technique and teamwork

   B. The colour of the sky

   C. The price of shoes in a shop

   D. The name of the school gate

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7. Question 7

   3 marks

   During a school ball game, a learner is asked to analyse the team's performance. State three criteria the learner could use.

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8. Question 8

   4 marks

   A class watches a fellow learner perform a solo song. (a) State two elements of the performance they should analyse. (2 marks) (b) Explain one reason why giving constructive feedback is important. (2 marks)

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   (a) Any two: pitch/melody accuracy, rhythm/timing, voice projection/clarity, expression, stage presence/confidence (1 mark each). (b) It helps the performer improve/build confidence by pointing out strengths and specific ways to get better (2 marks).

9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Which of the following BEST describes a fair way to analyse a classmate's artwork?

   A. Give honest, respectful and constructive comments

   B. Copy the work exactly

   C. Only say it is bad without reasons

   D. Ignore the work completely

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Which of the following is a criterion (standard) that could be used to judge a dance performance?

    A. The height of the ceiling

    B. Coordination and timing with the music

    C. The date of the show

    D. The number of chairs in the hall

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11. Question 11

    4 marks

    A learner says another pupil's painting is 'just bad'. (a) Explain why this comment is not helpful. (2 marks) (b) Rewrite the feedback so that it becomes constructive. (2 marks)

    (4 marks)

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    (a) It is a judgement with no reasons or specifics, so it does not help the artist know what to improve and may discourage them (2 marks). (b) A constructive version names a strength and a specific improvement, e.g. 'The colours are bright and lively; the drawing would look even better if the shapes were shaded to show form' (2 marks; must include a strength + a specific suggestion).

12. Question 12

    4 marks

    Explain two benefits a learner gains from analysing their own creative work (self-assessment).

    (4 marks)

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    Any two, explained: helps identify personal strengths and weaknesses; guides improvement in future work; builds critical-thinking and reflection skills; increases responsibility and independence in learning; boosts confidence and creativity (2 marks each).

13. Question 13

    1 mark

    The main purpose of analysing creative arts and sports performances is to:

    A. Appreciate strengths and identify areas for improvement

    B. Discourage the performers

    C. Decide who to punish

    D. Waste class time

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