Drawing MCQs [Fine Arts]

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: April 11, 2025

1. What is the primary purpose of using hatching in drawing?
(A) To create color gradients
(B) To build up texture and value
(C) To outline the main subject
(D) To add decorative elements

2. Which type of pencil is the hardest and typically used for fine lines and detailed work?
(A) 2B
(B) 4H
(C) 6B
(D) 2H

3. In drawing, the term “stippling” refers to:
(A) Creating a solid area of tone
(B) Using cross-hatching to add texture
(C) Applying small dots to build up shading and texture
(D) Drawing with a continuous line

4. The “gesture drawing” technique is best used for:
(A) Creating highly detailed portraits
(B) Capturing the essence and movement of a subject quickly
(C) Developing intricate patterns and designs
(D) Focusing on accurate perspective and proportions

5. Which drawing tool is commonly used to create smooth, continuous lines and shading?
(A) Charcoal
(B) Ink pen
(C) Colored pencils
(D) Watercolor brushes

6. What is the main difference between a “contour drawing” and a “blind contour drawing”?
(A) Contour drawing involves careful observation and line work, while blind contour drawing is done without looking at the paper.
(B) Contour drawing is always in color, while blind contour drawing is in black and white.
(C) Contour drawing uses shading, whereas blind contour drawing does not.
(D) Contour drawing is done with pencils, while blind contour drawing uses only ink.

7. Which technique involves using a rubbing tool to create texture and depth in a drawing?
(A) Scumbling
(B) Smudging
(C) Sgraffito
(D) Burnishing

8. In drawing, the term “foreshortening” refers to:
(A) The technique of drawing figures or objects that appear compressed due to perspective
(B) The process of drawing a subject from an aerial view
(C) Creating a background that fades into the distance
(D) Enhancing the detail of a foreground element

9. What is the purpose of using an “Eraser Shield” in drawing?
(A) To apply different textures to the drawing surface
(B) To protect specific areas from being erased or altered
(C) To blend graphite or charcoal smoothly
(D) To add fine lines and details to a drawing

10. When drawing a still life, which element is crucial for achieving a sense of realism?
(A) Using a single type of drawing medium
(B) Accurate observation of light and shadow
(C) Employing abstract forms and shapes
(D) Relying on memory rather than direct observation