theory of architecture quiz 1 for prelim
- 1. What does "Descriptive" mean in the context provided? a) Provides guidelines for action b) Simply explains events or phenomena c) Predicts future events d) Creates artistic designs
- 2. What does "Prescriptive" mean? a) Explains phenomena b) Prescribes guidelines c) Describes existing structures d) Observes scientific methods
- 3. What is the definition of "Architecture" according to the content? a) The art and science of painting and sculpting b) The study of physics c) The art and science of designing and constructing buildings d) A field of creative imagination
- 4. Which of the following best defines "Art"? a) A branch of science dealing with facts b) The conscious use of skill, craft, and creative imagination to produce works of beauty or significance c) A system of designing buildings d) The methodical study of natural phenomena
- 5. Which branch of knowledge is concerned with direct observation and experimental investigation? a) Art b) Architecture c) Science d) History
- 6. What are the "Design Phases" in architectural systems mentioned? a) Discovery, Creation, Development, Review b) Initiation, Preparation, Synthesis, Evaluation, Action, Reevaluation c) Ideation, Construction, Feedback, Launch d) Conceptualization, Production, Testing, Analysis
- 7. Which term refers to the systematic arrangement of facts or truths that show the operation of general laws? a) Art b) Architecture c) Science d) Engineering
- 8. What does the "Spatial System" describe? a) The arrangement of exterior wall planes b) The three-dimensional integration of program elements and spaces to accommodate multiple functions and relationships c) The structural support of a building d) The transportation of people within a building
- 9. What is the function of the "Structural System"? a) It distributes sunlight throughout the building b) It supports horizontal beams and slabs using a grid of columns c) It wraps the exterior with a simple form d) It facilitates the movement of cars and pedestrians
- 10. What role does the "Enclosure System" play in architectural design? a) It integrates program elements in three dimensions b) It defines a rectangular volume with four exterior wall planes, enclosing program elements and spaces c) It elevates the main floor for better views d) It penetrates and links multiple levels of the building
- 11. Which of the following is considered an element of design? a) Balance b) Contrast c) Line d) Unity
- 12. What does "Shape" refer to in the elements of design? a) The surface quality of an object b) The outline or contour of an object c) The arrangement of parts in space d) The lightness or darkness of a color
- 13. Which element of design describes the lightness or darkness of a color? a) Line b) Shape c) Value d) Texture
- 14. "Texture" in design refers to which of the following? a) The pattern used in a design b) The sense of touch and the surface quality of an object c) The relationship of objects to one another d) The use of light and shadow
- 15. How is "Space" defined as an element of design? a) The distance between lines b) The organization of different shapes c) The area around or between objects in a composition d) The blending of different colors
- 16. Which of the following is NOT a principle of design? a) Balance b) Rhythm c) Color d) Proportion
- 17. "Balance" in design can be best described as: a) The repetition of shapes and patterns b) The equal distribution of visual weight in a design c) The arrangement of space and texture d) The dominance of one element over others
- 18. What is "Emphasis" in the principles of design? a) The placement of identical elements throughout a design b) The creation of a focal point that draws attention to a particular area of the design c) The contrast between two colors d) The harmonious arrangement of parts
- 19. How does "Proportion" influence a design? a) It dictates the repetition of elements b) It involves the relationship in size between parts of a whole c) It affects the distribution of light and dark colors d) It blends elements to create unity
- 20. What does "Rhythm" in design refer to? a) The repeated use of elements to create a sense of movement b) The relationship of sizes in a design c) The visual harmony between different parts d) The textural quality of a surface