Interior Design Questions and Answers Part-5

1. We can reduce the glare in a given area by
a) Decreasing the height of bright light sources
b) Using glossy surfaces for surface tops
c) Using reflectors to the bright sources
d) All of these

Answer: c

2. The lamp using a low pressure mercury-vapour gas discharge lamp is known as
a) Halogen lamp
b) Fluorescent lamp
c) Discharge lamp
d) LED

Answer: b

3. The unit for measuring brightness or luminance is
a) Lumens
b) Foot lamberts
c) Foot candles
d) Illumination

Answer: b

4. Which of the following lamp categories does a halogen lamp fits into ?
a) Incandescent
b) LED
c) Fluorescent
d) HID

Answer: a

5. Which of this statement on 'Balance' is false ?
a) Balance refers to the distribution of visual weight within a composition
b) Lack of balance disturbs the harmony of a composition
c) Balance is achieved only through symmetry
d) Easiest way to achieve balance is by using the symmetrical or formal form

Answer: c

6. Which of the following sentences clearly defines Anthropometry ?
a) The measurement of the size and proportions of the human body
b) Study of people and their relationship with the environment around
c) Relation of one part to another or whole
d) Ratio between the size of object and actual size

Answer: a

7. The art and science of enhancing the interior of a building to achieve a healthier and more aesthetically pleasing environment for the people using the space is known as
a) Interior designing
b) Landscaping
c) Acoustics
d) None of the above

Answer: a

8. Which of the following is a transitional space ?
a) Multipurpose hall
b) Work area
c) Corridor
d) Drawing room

Answer: c

9. Colours make the room feel either more
a) Calm, cheerful and comfortable
b) Stressful or Dramatic
c) All of the above
d) None of the above

Answer: c

10. Which of the colour themes of Art Deco consisted of the following ?
a) Metallic colour and bright colour
b) Neutral colours
c) Black and white
d) All of the above

Answer: d