Multiple Choice Quiz

Choose the best answer:

1		The most important consideration in planning furniture arrangements is:
			A)	safety, such as keeping electrical cords out of the way.
			B)	where to put the dining table.
			C)	the function(s) that the space and furniture will support.
			D)	the formality or informality of the room.
2		A room's natural traffic pattern:
			A)	should not be interfered with.
			B)	is usually complex and disorganized, needing to be controlled.
			C)	is usually quite simple.
			D)	usually flows in straight lines and right angles.
3		The standard clearance for a major traffic path is:
			A)	a minimum of 4 feet.
			B)	30 inches.
			C)	a minimum of 3 feet.
			D)	1 foot 6 inches.
4		Proxemics is:
			A)	the science of measuring furniture to fit the human body.
			B)	the study of the psychological effects of crowding
			C)	relevant only to North American culture.
			D)	the study of how people use space and how the use relates to culture.
5		Placing a sofa at the end of a room opposite the fireplace creates:
			A)	symmetry.
			B)	balance.
			C)	wasted energy.
			D)	rhythm.
6		Arranging furniture in a U-shaped grouping is a good way to:
			A)	balance architectural elements.
			B)	visually expand a small space.
			C)	harmonize with existing lines in the interior.
			D)	create a focal point where no natural focal point exists.
7		Negative space in an interior is:
			A)	the open space under the furniture.
			B)	the open space that surrounds the furniture and architectural elements.
			C)	the space occupied by openings, i.e. windows and doors.
			D)	on a lower plane, such as a sunken living room.
8		When hanging several pieces of art in a group, it is advisable to:
			A)	consider negative space.
			B)	balance the furniture near which they will be placed.
			C)	lay them out on a table or floor and evaluate the composition.
			D)	do all of the above.
9		In furnishing a long, narrow room:
			A)	avoid planning a conversation area.
			B)	specify an extra-long sofa to harmonize with the shape of the room.
			C)	don't try to fulfill more than one function.
			D)	use the furniture to divide the space into smaller modules.
10		The furniture arrangement that fits the most people into the smallest space is:
			A)	an L-shaped grouping.
			B)	a circular grouping.
			C)	a straight-line grouping.
			D)	a U-shaped grouping.
11		In specifying systems furniture for a nonresidential interior, the designer should:
			A)	use software to help determine the space and function needs for each area.
			B)	use predominantly L-shaped and U-shaped groupings.
			C)	disregard the principles of residential furniture arrangement.
			D)	operate independently of the manufacturer and sales representative.
12		Traffic patterns in nonresidential settings are often defined by:
			A)	changes in the flooring material.
			B)	the placement of merchandise racks and display tables.
			C)	signage.
			D)	all of the above.