ACADEMIC PIONEERS EXAMINATION CENTRE

FIRST TERM EXAMS

CREATIVE ARTS AND DESIGN 2&1
J.H.S 3
DECEMBER 2024

PAPER 2 - ESSAY [60 MARKS]

This paper is in two sections A and B Answer Question 1 in Section A and any other three

SECTION A (VISUAL ARTS) [30 marks]

Section A has three questions ,answer question one and any other question in this section
1.a. What do you think are the reasons for the emergence of new designs in the society. 2marks
b. List three objects designed to solve developmental programs in Ghana. 3marks
c . Give examples of two designs from:
i. Natural Environment 2marks
ii. The man-made environment 2marks
d. Explain how form and value in natural designs inspires man-made designs providing three examples.
3marks

2. a. Define the term casting. 2marks

b. Identify any two techniques for casting 4marks
c. State any two materials used for casting 2marks
d. Briefly explain the difference in media and techniques. 3marks
e. Why are creativity and innovation important in every day life? 1mark

3 a. Define the following terms and give one example of their uses in design.
i. Shading ii. Tonal Value iii. Scale value 1mark each
b. Briefly explain the following drawing techniques.
i. Perspective drawing ii. Fore shortening iii. Eye level 1mark each
c. List three manual and three digital drawing materials 3marks
d. Explain the significance of tonal value in creating high ,medium and low tones in shading. 3marks
e. Why is it importance for designers to understand perspective drawing and scale value when crating digital
models. 3marks

SECTION B (MUSIC ) 15MARKS

Answer only one question from this section

4ai. What is music? 1mark

ii. Identify any two elements of music. 2marks
b. List five examples of any locally made music instruments. 5marks
c. Define ostinato and provide two examples of its application in music composition. 3marks
 d. Briefly explain the following terms in music:
i. Scale ii. Durational value 1mark each

[Link] the pitch triads of all seven degrees of the scale in:
i. Horizontal(arpeggios) ii. Vertical (harmony) 1½ mark each
b. i. Define music appreciation. 1mark
ii. Explain why music appreciation is significant for both performers and listeners. 2marks
ci. Who are the audience in a musical performance? 2marks
ii. What is the role of audience in enhancing the experience of music? 2marks
d. Explain how harmony is achieved in music using both horizontal and vertical applications. 2marks
e. Why is music appreciation critical for promoting local and global cultures? 2marks

SECTION C (DANCE AND DRAMA)15 MARKS.

This section has two questions , answer only one .
6a. What is dance? 2marks
b. Define dance drama. 2marks
c. List five materials used for creating a dance performance . 5marks
di. What is body action in dance and drama? 1mark
ii. Explain how body action conveys emotions and stories. 1mark
e. Define the following terms:
i. Time ii. Energy iii. Dance costume iv. Stage 1 mark each

7a i. What is props in dance and drama? 2marks

[Link] is it utilized in performance ? 2marks
bi. Explain rhythm as a dance element. 1mark
ci. What is a gesture in dance? 1mark
ii. How is gesture used as a tool for communication?
d. Differentiate between traditional dance and contemporary dance giving examples of each. 3marks
e. Define the following terms in the context of drama:
i. Characters ii. Theme iii. Diction iv. Masking v. Asid
 PAPER 1 – OBJECTIVE TEST
Each question is followed by four options lettered A to D. Find out the correct option for each question and
shade in pencil on your answer sheet the answer space which bears the same letter as the option you have
chosen. Give only one answer to each question.

1. The person who creates a dance is known as

a. Opera b. Comedy c. tragedy d. choreographer
2. The following are manmade environment except
a. desert b. game reserve c. pair of compasses d. outside callifers
3. The loudness and softness of a musical piece is called?
a. pitch b. tempo c. rhythm d. dynamics
4. This is a contemporary form of music appeals to a very wide audience.
a. Art music b. Pop music c. classical music d. written music
5. Each ethnic group in Ghana has their own traditional dance
a. True b. False
6. Identify Religious dance is done in the name of __________.
a. Religion b. War c. Peace d. None of the options
7. The application of countless small dots to build darker values in a drawing is called_________.
a. Stippling b. Blending c. Smudging d. Hatching
8. The following are man-made objects that one can obtain ideas except
a. Vases b. Books c. Jewelry d. Snail
9. A small show or performance that consists of little comedy scenes is called
a. Skit b. Drama c. Theatre d. Comedy
10. The traditional system of ruling, the Common name for a ruler is called
a. Governor b. President c. Chief d. Ruler
11. Who nominates chiefs for enstoolment?
a. Queen mother b. Parliament c. Law makers d. King makers.
12. ______________ is the highest Singing voice
a. Soprano b. Mezzo c. soprano d. Contratto
13. __________is a raised floor or platform typically in a theatre
a. Space b. Stage c. platform d. block
14. The art of moving the body in a rhythmic way
a. Dance b. Bouggie c. Drama d. Choreograhy
15. Which of the following is not a Ghanaian traditional dance?
a. Adowa b. Agbadza c. kpanlogo d. Azonto
16. The following are all natural elements except a.
a line b. a shape c. river d. book
17. Which of the colours indicate primary colour?
a. Blues b. Green c. Orange d. violet
8. Which of the following colours symbolizes growth, young and fresh?
a. Yellow b. Green c. White
19. In design, the influence of some elements exercising over others are known as
a. Balance b. Colour c. Dominance d. Unity
20. Identify the solvent in the following
a. Kerosene b. Clay c. Papier Mache d. Sugar
21. Shading in which lines cross over each other is a
a. Line hatching b. hatching c. Mass shading d. Blending
22. The best pencil for shading is …………….
a. 10H b. 4H c. 2B d. 11Y
[Link] hard pencils are used for the following except ……..
a. Sketching b. Tracing c. Lettering d. painting
[Link] material is not typically used in creating dance?
a. Costume b. Lighting c. Paintbrushes d. Props
[Link] of the following is melodic instrument?
a. Trumpet b. Snare drum c. Maracas d. Triangle
[Link] in dance refers to ………………….
a. The duration of movement b. The costumes used for performance
c. The distance covered during the dance d. The lighting effects
27. The pitch triad scale in horizontal arrangement are known as……
a. Harmony b. Melody tones c. Arpeggios d. Dynamics
28. Which of the following is an element of design?
[Link] b. Line c. Contrast d. Balance
[Link] of the following is an example of natural design?
a. Skyscapper b. A honey comb pattern in a beehive c. A painting on canvas d. A wooden chair
30. Which of the following is a principle of design?
a. Pattern b. Movement c. Foreshortening d. Emphasis