Examination on Cultural & Creative Arts
Class: JSS 3
Term: First Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

SECTION A: OBJECTIVES (40 Marks)
Instruction: Answer all questions.

1. ________ is an art form passed down from generation to generation. (a) Contemporary art (b) Traditional art (c) Digital art (d) Modern art
2. The ancient Ife artworks are primarily found in the state of ________. (a) Kaduna (b) Edo (c) Osun (d) Benue
3. Which of these is a type of Nigerian traditional art? (a) Pop Art (b) Ife Art (c) Graffiti (d) Abstract Art
4. All of these are traditional art forms in Nigeria except ________. (a) Nok (b) Benin (c) Cubism (d) Igbo-Ukwu
5. The main reason for creating traditional art is for ________. (a) entertainment (b) decoration (c) cultural preservation (d) commercial sales
6. The technique of attaching a finished artwork to a support is known as ________. (a) framing (b) labelling (c) mounting (d) displaying
7. Which of the following artists is considered a pioneer of contemporary Nigerian art? (a) Picasso (b) Ladi Kwali (c) Van Gogh (d) Monet
8. The art of drawing or painting letters and words is called ________. (a) sketching (b) calligraphy (c) lettering (d) carving
9. Which of these is not a type of motif? (a) Plant motif (b) Floral motif (c) Animal motif (d) Geometrical motif
10. The state of origin for the famous Nok terracotta heads is ________. (a) Osun (b) Edo (c) Kaduna (d) Anambra
11. ________ is the public display of artworks for appreciation or sale. (a) Exhibition (b) Marketing (c) Collection (d) Storage
12. Aina Onabolu is known for his significant contributions to ________. (a) pottery (b) painting (c) sculpture (d) weaving
13. Which is NOT a common material for traditional art production? (a) Clay (b) Bronze (c) Plastic (d) Wood
14. The term ‘motif’ refers to a ________ or design used as a repeated decorative element. (a) colour (b) pattern (c) theme (d) subject
15. Which of the following is a fundamental use of lettering? (a) To create noise (b) To communicate messages (c) To make food (d) To build houses
16. The correct step in preparing for an art exhibition is to first ________ the artworks. (a) sell (b) store (c) select (d) discard
17. Bruce Onobrakpeya is famous for his innovative techniques in ________. (a) ceramics (b) printmaking (c) weaving (d) photography
18. The ancient Benin artworks are renowned for their elaborate ________ castings. (a) wood (b) clay (c) bronze (d) stone
19. Which of these is not a display technique? (a) Labelling (b) Framing (c) Mounting (d) Selling
20. A geometric motif is characterized by the use of ________. (a) flowers (b) animals (c) shapes (d) letters
21. The art form that blends traditional influences with modern ideas is called ________. (a) classical art (b) contemporary art (c) ancient art (d) folk art
22. Ladi Kwali was a renowned Nigerian ________. (a) painter (b) sculptor (c) potter (d) musician
23. An example of a traditional art function is ________. (a) creating abstract designs (b) serving spiritual purposes (c) designing commercial logos (d) producing digital art
24. The capital letters are also known as ________ letters. (a) small (b) lowercase (c) uppercase (d) cursive
25. Failure to properly label artworks in an exhibition can lead to ________. (a) increased sales (b) confusion for viewers (c) better display (d) longer viewing time
26. Which of the following is an example of an income-generating contemporary artwork? (a) A carved ancestor mask (b) A modern painting sold in a gallery (c) A traditional drum (d) A ceremonial staff
27. The Igbo-Ukwu art is famous for its intricate ________ objects. (a) terracotta (b) bronze (c) stone (d) wood
28. The main reason for organizing a school art exhibition is to ________. (a) make money (b) showcase student talents (c) decorate the school (d) reduce classroom clutter
29. A motif inspired by leaves and petals is a ________ motif. (a) plant (b) traditional (c) geometrical (d) animal
30. Akinola Lasekan was a pioneer in Nigerian ________. (a) ceramic art (b) cartooning and illustration (c) textile design (d) metalwork
31. Which is NOT a type of exhibition? (a) Solo exhibition (b) Group exhibition (c) Permanent exhibition (d) Private exhibition
32. The process of arranging artworks attractively for public viewing is called ________. (a) storage (b) preservation (c) display (d) collection
33. An example of a material used in traditional art production is ________. (a) plastic (b) glass (c) clay (d) metal sheets
34. The use of traditional motifs in modern designs helps to ________. (a) disconnect from culture (b) preserve cultural heritage (c) limit creativity (d) reduce artistic value
35. Which of these is not a characteristic of traditional art? (a) Passed down through generations (b) Often functional (c) Made for mass production (d) Rooted in cultural beliefs
36. Slogan construction involves creating ________ phrases. (a) long and complex (b) short and memorable (c) detailed and descriptive (d) ambiguous and unclear
37. A gallery or museum excursion provides an opportunity to ________. (a) play games (b) observe artworks firsthand (c) buy food (d) sleep
38. The ancient Nok culture is known for its distinctive ________ figures. (a) wooden (b) bronze (c) terracotta (d) stone
39. All of these are functions of traditional arts except ________. (a) ritualistic purposes (b) historical documentation (c) commercial advertising (d) social commentary
40. The term ‘contemporary art’ generally refers to art produced ________. (a) before the 20th century (b) in the ancient times (c) in the present day (d) only by traditional artists

SECTION B: THEORY (30 Marks)
Instruction: Answer any THREE questions.

1. (a) Define traditional art. (2 marks)
(b) List three types of Nigerian traditional art and their states of origin. (3 marks)
(c) State three functions of traditional art in society. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two materials commonly used in traditional art production. (2 marks)

2. (a) What is contemporary art? (2 marks)
(b) Name two pioneer Nigerian contemporary artists and briefly describe one contribution of each. (3 marks)
(c) Explain how contemporary art can generate income for artists. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two prominent contemporary artworks or locations in Nigeria. (2 marks)

3. (a) Define ‘motif’ in art. (2 marks)
(b) List and briefly explain two types of motifs. (3 marks)
(c) Describe how motifs are applied in pattern design. (3 marks)
(d) Give two uses of motifs in everyday life. (2 marks)

4. (a) Differentiate between ‘display’ and ‘exhibition’ in art. (2 marks)
(b) List and briefly explain two display techniques. (3 marks)
(c) Explain the importance of a school art exhibition. (3 marks)
(d) Name two types of exhibition. (2 marks)

5. (a) What is lettering? (2 marks)
(b) Explain the difference between uppercase and lowercase letters. (3 marks)
(c) Describe the process of constructing a simple slogan. (3 marks)
(d) State two uses of lettering. (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme

Question 1 – ✅ (b) Traditional art
Question 2 – ✅ (c) Osun
Question 3 – ✅ (b) Ife Art
Question 4 – ✅ (c) Cubism
Question 5 – ✅ (c) cultural preservation
Question 6 – ✅ (c) mounting
Question 7 – ✅ (b) Ladi Kwali
Question 8 – ✅ (c) lettering
Question 9 – ✅ (c) Animal motif
Question 10 – ✅ (c) Kaduna
Question 11 – ✅ (a) Exhibition
Question 12 – ✅ (b) painting
Question 13 – ✅ (c) Plastic
Question 14 – ✅ (b) pattern
Question 15 – ✅ (b) To communicate messages
Question 16 – ✅ (c) select
Question 17 – ✅ (b) printmaking
Question 18 – ✅ (c) bronze
Question 19 – ✅ (d) Selling
Question 20 – ✅ (c) shapes
Question 21 – ✅ (b) contemporary art
Question 22 – ✅ (c) potter
Question 23 – ✅ (b) serving spiritual purposes
Question 24 – ✅ (c) uppercase
Question 25 – ✅ (b) confusion for viewers
Question 26 – ✅ (b) A modern painting sold in a gallery
Question 27 – ✅ (b) bronze
Question 28 – ✅ (b) showcase student talents
Question 29 – ✅ (a) plant
Question 30 – ✅ (b) cartooning and illustration
Question 31 – ✅ (d) Private exhibition
Question 32 – ✅ (c) display
Question 33 – ✅ (c) clay
Question 34 – ✅ (b) preserve cultural heritage
Question 35 – ✅ (c) Made for mass production
Question 36 – ✅ (b) short and memorable
Question 37 – ✅ (b) observe artworks firsthand
Question 38 – ✅ (c) terracotta
Question 39 – ✅ (c) commercial advertising
Question 40 – ✅ (c) in the present day