WAEC Visual Art Objective and Essay Questions and Answers 2026
WAEC Visual Art Objective and Essay Questions and Answers 2026
SECTION A — OBJECTIVE QUESTIONS (1–60)
Instruction:
Choose the correct option from A–D.
1. Visual art is mainly concerned with
A. sound production
B. visual expression
C. farming
D. storytelling only
Answer: B
2. The primary colours are
A. green, purple, orange
B. red, blue, yellow
C. black, white, brown
D. pink, blue, green
Answer: B
3. A person who creates artworks is called
A. engineer
B. sculptor
C. artist
D. architect
Answer: C
4. Mixing blue and yellow produces
A. orange
B. purple
C. green
D. brown
Answer: C
5. Sculpture is an art produced in
A. two dimensions only
B. sound form
C. three dimensions
D. written form
Answer: C
6. The art of writing beautifully is
A. mosaic
B. calligraphy
C. collage
D. modeling
Answer: B
7. Clay is mainly used for
A. weaving
B. painting
C. modeling
D. printing
Answer: C
8. A landscape painting represents
A. human beings only
B. natural scenery
C. abstract symbols only
D. market scenes only
Answer: B
9. A tool commonly used in drawing is
A. hoe
B. chisel
C. pencil
D. hammer
Answer: C
10. The element of art that shows brightness or darkness is
A. texture
B. tone
C. shape
D. form
Answer: B
11. Pottery is made mainly from
A. cement
B. wood
C. clay
D. glass
Answer: C
12. A printmaking technique is
A. weaving
B. lino printing
C. carving
D. casting
Answer: B
13. The colour opposite red on the colour wheel is
A. green
B. yellow
C. blue
D. orange
Answer: A
14. Textile design involves
A. food decoration
B. fabric decoration
C. building construction
D. photography only
Answer: B
WAEC Visual Art Objective and Essay Questions and Answers 2026
15. The process of shaping clay by hand is
A. welding
B. carving
C. modeling
D. engraving
Answer: C
16. A collage is made by
A. painting only
B. joining different materials together
C. molding clay
D. carving wood
Answer: B
17. Which of the following is a drawing medium?
A. Charcoal
B. Cement
C. Glass
D. Plastic
Answer: A
18. A mural is
A. wall painting
B. floor design
C. fabric weaving
D. wood carving
Answer: A
19. The process of decorating cloth with dye is
A. casting
B. batik
C. carving
D. engraving
Answer: B
20. An example of Nigerian traditional art is
A. Nok terracotta
B. Roman sculpture
C. Greek pottery
D. Chinese silk
Answer: A
21. The colour formed by mixing red and blue is
A. green
B. purple
C. orange
D. yellow
Answer: B
22. A still-life drawing contains
A. moving objects
B. natural scenery
C. arranged objects
D. only human beings
Answer: C
23. Carving is mostly associated with
A. removing materials
B. adding colours
C. joining fabrics
D. weaving threads
Answer: A
24. Aesthetic value refers to
A. market price
B. beauty in art
C. sound quality
D. weight of artwork
Answer: B
25. Which of the following is a warm colour?
A. Blue
B. Green
C. Red
D. Violet
Answer: C
26. Tie and dye is used in
A. textile decoration
B. sculpture
C. architecture
D. ceramics
Answer: A
27. The artist who works with wood is a
A. potter
B. carver
C. weaver
D. painter
Answer: B
28. A kiln is used for
A. drying fabrics
B. firing pottery
C. painting walls
D. carving wood
Answer: B
29. Perspective in drawing helps to create
A. brightness
B. movement
C. illusion of depth
D. rough texture
Answer: C
30. A gallery is a place where
A. food is sold
B. artworks are displayed
C. wood is carved
D. fabrics are woven
Answer: B
31. The process of making designs with thread is
A. embroidery
B. molding
C. casting
D. printing
Answer: A
32. The traditional Yoruba bronze works are associated with
A. Benin
B. Ife
C. Kano
D. Sokoto
Answer: B
33. Which of the following is a cool colour?
A. Red
B. Orange
C. Blue
D. Yellow
Answer: C
34. Mosaic involves
A. arranging small pieces to form images
B. carving wood
C. painting portraits
D. weaving cloth
Answer: A
35. An abstract artwork
A. copies nature exactly
B. avoids realistic representation
C. is always sculpture
D. uses only black colour
Answer: B
36. Papier-mâché is made from
A. cement
B. paper pulp
C. wood dust
D. melted glass
Answer: B
37. The function of varnish is to
A. weaken artwork
B. protect paintings
C. remove colours
D. soften clay
Answer: B
WAEC Visual Art Objective and Essay Questions and Answers 2026
38. A portrait represents
A. scenery
B. objects only
C. human figure or face
D. buildings only
Answer: C
39. The process of reproducing images is
A. carving
B. casting
C. printmaking
D. modeling
Answer: C
40. Texture in art refers to
A. colour arrangement
B. surface quality
C. sound effect
D. image size
Answer: B
41. The support used for painting is called
A. easel
B. palette
C. canvas
D. brush
Answer: C
42. Which of the following is NOT an element of art?
A. Line
B. Shape
C. Rhythm
D. Colour
Answer: C
43. The art of making pots is
A. carving
B. ceramics
C. casting
D. engraving
Answer: B
44. A palette is used for
A. mixing colours
B. cutting wood
C. firing clay
D. carving stone
Answer: A
45. Harmony in art means
A. conflict of colours
B. pleasing arrangement
C. darkness only
D. repetition of lines only
Answer: B
46. Which material is suitable for casting?
A. Clay
B. Bronze
C. Paper
D. Charcoal
Answer: B
47. The Benin artworks are famous for
A. weaving
B. bronze casting
C. painting only
D. architecture only
Answer: B
48. A sketch is usually
A. detailed final work
B. rough preliminary drawing
C. printed image
D. sculpture
Answer: B
49. Contrast in art refers to
A. similarity
B. difference between elements
C. rough texture only
D. dull colours only
Answer: B
50. Which of the following is a natural object?
A. Bottle
B. Table
C. Flower
D. Cupboard
Answer: C
51. The art principle that creates stability is
A. balance
B. movement
C. emphasis
D. rhythm
Answer: A
52. An easel is used to
A. fire pots
B. support canvas
C. mix paints
D. carve wood
Answer: B
53. The repetition of elements in art creates
A. rhythm
B. balance
C. contrast
D. unity
Answer: A
54. Fresco painting is done on
A. wet wall plaster
B. dry wood
C. fabric
D. clay pots
Answer: A
55. Which of these is a fibre craft?
A. Weaving
B. Casting
C. Modeling
D. Engraving
Answer: A
56. Emphasis in art creates
A. confusion
B. focal point
C. darkness
D. weakness
Answer: B
57. Which of these is a tool for carving?
A. Chisel
B. Brush
C. Needle
D. Compass
Answer: A
WAEC Visual Art Objective and Essay Questions and Answers 2026
58. The process of transferring design onto fabric is
A. textile printing
B. carving
C. casting
D. welding
Answer: A
59. Which of the following is a visual art career?
A. Accountant
B. Pharmacist
C. Graphic designer
D. Banker
Answer: C
60. Art appreciation involves
A. destroying artworks
B. understanding and valuing artworks
C. copying artworks only
D. selling artworks only
Answer: B
SECTION B — ESSAY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
QUESTION 1
Define visual art and state five branches of visual art.
ANSWER
Visual art is the expression of ideas and feelings through visual forms such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and design.
Branches:
- Painting
- Sculpture
- Textile design
- Graphics
- Ceramics
QUESTION 2
Explain the six elements of art.
ANSWER
- Line – path created by a moving point.
- Shape – enclosed area.
- Colour – appearance produced by light.
- Texture – surface quality.
- Form – three-dimensional shape.
- Tone/Value – degree of lightness or darkness.
QUESTION 3
State and explain five principles of design.
ANSWER
- Balance – equal distribution of visual weight.
- Harmony – pleasing arrangement of elements.
- Contrast – differences between elements.
- Rhythm – repetition creating movement.
- Emphasis – focal point in artwork.
QUESTION 4
Discuss the importance of art in society.
ANSWER
- Art preserves culture and tradition.
- It provides employment opportunities.
- Art beautifies the environment.
- It promotes tourism.
- Art serves educational purposes.
- It helps in communication of ideas.
WAEC Visual Art Objective and Essay Questions and Answers 2026
QUESTION 5
Explain the process of tie and dye.
ANSWER
Tie and dye is a textile decoration method where fabric is tied in different patterns and dipped into dye solutions to create designs.
Process:
- Wash the fabric.
- Tie sections with thread.
- Prepare dye solution.
- Dip fabric into dye.
- Dry and untie fabric.
QUESTION 6
Write short notes on the following:
(a) Sculpture
(b) Ceramics
(c) Graphics
ANSWER
(a) Sculpture
Art of producing three-dimensional forms using materials such as clay, wood, or stone.
(b) Ceramics
Art of making objects from clay and firing them in a kiln.
(c) Graphics
Art involving visual communication through printing, illustration, and design.
QUESTION 7
Explain the differences between warm and cool colours.
ANSWER
Warm Colours
- Associated with heat and energy
- Examples: red, orange, yellow
Cool Colours
- Associated with calmness and coldness
- Examples: blue, green, violet
QUESTION 8
Discuss the contributions of Nok culture to Nigerian art.
ANSWER
- Nok culture produced terracotta sculptures.
- It introduced early sculptural traditions.
- Nok art reflects ancient Nigerian civilization.
- It contributed to the development of African art history.
QUESTION 9
Explain the importance of drawing in visual art.
ANSWER
- It develops artistic skills.
- It helps artists plan artworks.
- It improves observation.
- It communicates ideas visually.
- It serves as foundation for other art forms.
QUESTION 10
Discuss five careers in visual art.
ANSWER
- Graphic designer
- Textile designer
- Sculptor
- Illustrator
- Art teacher
