UGANDA NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS BOARD

UGANDA CERTIFICATE OF LOWER EDUCATION

ART AND DESIGN

SAMPLE THEORY PAPER

PAPER I

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Paper 1
Art Theory, History and Appreciation of Art
Time: 2 Hours

Instructions to Candidates
1. Answer all questions in Section A and Section B.
2. This Paper will be marked out of 100.
3. Your responses should be written using formal English language.

THIS TABLE BELOW IS FOR EXAMINER USE ONLY

For Examiners’ Use Only
Section Question Maximum Marks Scored
1-20 40
A

B 21-30 60

Total 100

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 Section A: Art Theory: 20 questions (40 marks)

Answer all questions in this section

Section A: Structured Questions

1. What art forms were common for both the pre-historic art of Europe and that of
Uganda? (2 marks)
2. What statement is commonly used to describe Renaissance? (2 mark)
3. Contemporary artists in East Africa have explored many different materials to
create various art forms except _____________. (2 marks)
4. The last Egyptian Pharaoh to rule Egypt was ____________ (2 marks)
5. The type of balance in which different parts of a composition seem to be equal
yet different is called ______. (2 marks)
6. ________________ applies to painting as carving is to sculpture. (2 marks)
7. Balance as a principle of Art and Design refers to _____________. (2 marks)
8. The arrangement of visual and written images as a way of problem solving is
referred to as _____________. (2 marks)
9. What purpose is a budget to art production? _______________ (2 marks)
10. Why is it important for an artist to kneed the clay before use? ________ (2 marks)
11. What is slip used for in the process of making a ceramic article? _____ (2 marks)
12. Give any two methods for making a ceramic article? ________ (2 Marks)
13. What is the importance of firing a pot? ________ (2 mark)
14. List two weaknesses of Papier-mache as a material for crafts. ______ (2 marks)
15. Why is relief sculpture not two-dimensional art yet it can only be reviewed from
one side? _________ (2 marks)
16. How does function relate to the style of a given sculpture? ______ (2 marks)
17. List any two materials in which the additive method can be used in sculpture.
____ (2 marks)
18. What is the importance of a screen in the printing process? ______ (2 marks)
19. Define the word batik _________ (2 mark)
20. Why is it important to display artworks? _______ (2 marks)

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Section B: Answer all questions (60 Marks)

21. Describe the structure of a Corinthian Greek architectural order with the help of
illustrations. (6 marks)
22. Describe the process of making a basket using a wicker-work technique. (Any 4
steps × 2 marks = 8 marks)
23. Give three reasons as to why the art studio shown in the photograph below is a
risk to artist and the environment.

Figure 2. Messy Art Studio

(2 descriptions × 2 marks = 4 marks)

24. The following artwork was presented for sale in an exhibition.

Painting by Benon Lutaaya

Make a write up of half a page appreciating the artwork as a technical guidance to
the art lovers. (4 marks)

25. Discuss any five different careers required of a person to study art. (Any 5 x 2
marks = 10 marks)

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26. (a) What are the characteristics of a motif suitable for decorating a fabric? (2
marks)
(b) Describe the process of creating a motif suitable for a wall paper. (Any 4
steps × 1 mark = 4 marks)
27. Using suitable illustrations, describe four different patterns that can be
developed on a fabric using the tie and dye technique. (Any 4 illustrations × 2
marks = 8 marks)
28. Differentiate applique and patchwork techniques of fabric decoration. (2 marks)
29. To the Italians, Renaissance means a rebirth. This brought back the glory of the
ancient Greek and the Roman cultures. Basing on the characteristics of
Renaissance art, appreciate the artwork in the photograph below. (8 marks)

30. Ancient Greeks painting was extended to pottery products, such as vases. With
the help of illustrations, discuss the ancient Greek vase painting techniques and
its impact to pottery business in the local community. (4 marks)
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 UGANDA NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS BOARD
UGANDA CERTIFICATE OF LOWER EDUCATION

ART AND DESIGN

SAMPLE PRACTICAL PAPER

PAPER 2
PRACTICAL
Time 3 Hours 55 Minutes

Instructions to Candidates
From the three sections of this Practical examination paper, you are to do only one
number picked from one section of your choice. You will have a minimum of 30 minutes
to plan and prepare for your work.

You must demonstrate in both your preparatory work and your final output that you
have;
i) Recorded your experiences and observations
ii) Researched and explored your ideas
iii) Used suitable materials and techniques
iv) Selected your preparatory studies and developed them into your final outputs

Any medium except oil paint may be used.

The tasks for your choice are arranged into three sections:
Section 1: Stimuli
Section 2: Observational
Section 3: Design briefs

SECTION 1. STIMULI

Using a suitable medium, produce a SINGLE expressive artwork, based upon ONE of
the following themes:
1. People in need of essential commodities would wait for a day when a communal
market is held to access a variety of cheaper products. On such a day, a lot of
activities are usually conducted. Make a depiction of that event.
2. At home, it is a good practice to have meals together as a family. Depending on
your cultural set up, depict such a scenario in a setting of your choice.
3. Illusion of depth in a school landscape

SECTION 2. DESIGN BRIEFS

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4. A gallery is planning an exhibition of artefacts and garments based on recycled items.
Produce an artwork to advertise the event, with your chosen date and venue.
5. Uganda Railways Corporation wants to rebrand its image to the public. Make your
design proposal to be used by the company. Make use of space and colour of
your choice.
6. A fashion company is looking for design motifs based on fungi. Design a motif
suitable for the company’s requirements.

SECTION 3. OBSERVATIONAL
Make a study or studies based on one of the following:
7. A mature insect
8. Creepers

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Art and Design Marking Guide
Section A: Part 1 (Each answer carries 2 marks = Total 40 marks)
1. Engraving, Painting and sculpture
2. Revival of the ancient Roman Art
3. Using oils on canvas, wood and paper
4. Cleopatra
5. Asymmetrical balance
6. Blending
7. State of equilibrium between elements in a composition
8. Graphic design
9. The budget will determine the technique of production
10. Kneed clay to get rid of air pockets

Paper One: Part 2 (SQs) (70 marks)

11. Explanations of a Greek Corinthian Order (Pillar) showing the following:
i) Cornice
ii) Frieze architrave
iii) Capital
iv) Shaft and base
12. (a) Collage article: trimming the excess pieces and varnishing or trimming and
framing.
(b) Painting made from powder colours: applying highlights with appropriate
colours followed by mounting or framing.
(c) Clay sculpture: firing and polishing
(d) pottery article: decoration and firing (or glazing)
13.

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 Figure 2. Messy Art Studio
Answer:
o Health of an artist and the people around.
o Safety of the artists and people working in the same environment
o Environmental protection against hazardous materials
o Exhibits wrong attitude towards the would be inspired artists
o Shows a bad example of disorganisation of the career
(Any 2 descriptions × 2 marks = 4 marks)

14.

Painting by Benon Lutaaya

Answer:
i) This painting depicts people in a crowded local setting (market) selling
foodstuffs and fruits.
ii) The composition consists of children, men and women depicted in various
postures such as standing, bending and sitting.
iii) People are depicted with simplified forms.
iv) Fruits are depicted with simplified patterns that describe their texture,
such as the pineapples.
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 v) The composition was handled with brown and blues against a yellow
ochre background.
vi) The shapes are defined with bold lines.
vii) However, there are many figures whose heads are cut off within the
composition.
viii) The composition appears congested within no breathing space.
ix) It is not easy to identify the focus of this painting since almost all
human figures were depicted in the same sizes and colour intensity.
(Any 6 points well explained × 3 marks + 2 marks for additional illustrations)

15.
a) Animator i) Film director
b) Artist j) Garden/landscape designer
c) Cartoonist k) Graphic designer
d) Craftsperson l) Illustrator
e) Curator m) Photographer
f) Designer (set, costume, make- n) Properties designer
up, lighting, multimedia, o) Sculptor
publicity and promotions) p) Storyboard artist
g) Event designer
h) Fashion designer

(Any 5 × 2 marks = 10 marks)

16. (a)
i) Originality in ideation
ii) Flow of pattern
iii)Balance of pattern and edges
iv) Precision of lines in forms
(2 points × 2 marks = 4 marks)

(b)
i) Sourcing the idea/theme
ii) Recording the idea
iii) Creation of balance
iv) Editing and trialling the ideas
v) Selecting suitable materials and tools
(Any 4 steps × 1 mark = 4 marks)

17.
i) Pleats
ii) Circles

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 iii) Spirals
iv) Cramps
v) Tritik/stitching patterns
(Any 4 illustrations × 2 marks = 8 marks)

18. (i) Applique is a technique of fabric decoration where pieces of a material are
fixed on a background material by either stitching or gluing, following a given
composition or pattern.
(ii) Patchwork refers to needlework in which different pieces of cloth in different
shapes, designs and colours are sawn together to form a decorative cloth.
(2 × 2 marks = 4 marks)

19. .
Answer:
i) This is a sculpture of Moses by Michelangelo.
ii) It was carved from marble.
iii) It appears placed in a nitch of a building.
iv) The sculpture depicts Moses in a mood of a deep thought.
v) A realistic approach was followed while handling the sculpture.
vi) Moses was treated with an elderly appearance evidenced by a long beard.
vii) Drapery was treated with respect of the body underneath.
viii) The body forms were rendered to detail, for example veins and muscles on
hands and legs.
(Any 6 points well explained × 3 marks + 2 marks for additional illustrations)

20. Answer:
i) Ancient Greeks painted using geometric shapes (Geometric style)

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ii) This was followed by a combination of geometric shapes and abstract human
figures.
iii) Then more dramatic composition was painted on pottery surfaces.
iv) Compositions were developed from the Greek mythology; these were
composed of more than one object.
v) Perspective was followed with foreshortening.
vi) Greeks started by painting figures; this was followed by red figures, then other
colours were introduced such as purple and white.
vii) The composition sizes were proportionately handled according to the size of
the vases.
viii) Lines were greatly used in the compositions to depict different shapes.
ix) There was a study of drapery in some compositions.
(Any 6 points well explained × 2 marks + 8 marks = 20 marks)

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After marking Paper 1 following the conventional way, learner’s achievements /marks
are then converted into scores (Conversion and equivalence of marks to scores Table).

For all Practical Skills questions, the following marking guide will be used.

Relevance Accuracy Coherence Excellence

(Investigation (Development and (Recording the art (Unique
and production) and design process) performance)
interpretation)

 Knowledge and  Accurate and appropriate  Personal and  Exceptional

understanding of core understanding and use of coherent presentation of
concepts, materials, language specific to responses outputs with
techniques, processes, relevant art disciplines realising highly
and technologies to the  Review and refine ideas intentions, accomplished
relevant art discipline  Effective use of visual demonstrating realisation of
language/terminologies analytical and intentions
 Exploration and critical demonstrating an
selection of relevant  Correct use of data, tools
and equipment understanding admirable use of
sources  Articulate visual language
 Investigation, planning response and
and interpretation analytical or
 Recording of critical
ideas/observation understanding
and
realisation of
intentions with
harmonised use
of elements and
principles of art
and design
 Connections of
visual and other
elements

Relevance Accuracy Coherence Excellence

(30 marks: score 3) (35 marks: Score 3)
Investigation Development and
and production
interpretation
 Satisfactory investigation  Satisfactory ability to
and interpretation: review and refine
 Depiction of the source ideas, styles and
of inspiration to idea, conventions as work
concepts and develops.
formulation, exploration  Satisfactory analytical
for creative thinking and critical
relevant to intentions. understanding
21 – 30 = 3 out of 3 demonstrated through
use of visual and
other elements.
21 – 35 = 3 out of 3
(30 marks: Score 3) (5 marks: score 1)
Recording the art and
design process
 Satisfactory
investigation and
sketches to support
recording and Exceptional
formulation of work presentational of
progression and outputs with highly
other intentions. accomplished
 Satisfactory realisation of
connections made intentions
between visual and demonstrating an
other elements. admirable use of
21 – 3 = 3 out of 3 visual language

 Adequate skills in  Adequate ability to  Adequate

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 investigation and
reflective trials relevant
to the intention,
adequate interpretation
of task to formulate
ideas.
10 – 20 = 2 out of 3
 Limited interpretation of
task to formulate ideas.
 Basic ability to
investigate and have
reflective trials relevant
to task.
1 – 9 = 1 out of 3
review and refine investigations and
ideas as work sketches to support
develops. formulation of and 1
 Adequate analytical progression of work
and critical intentions.
understanding  Adequate
demonstrated through connections made
visual and other between visual and
elements. other elements.
10 – 20 = 2 out of 3 10 – 20 = 2 out of 3
 Basic development of  Limited skill in
ideas recording
 Limited analytical and observations and
critical understanding insights from a variety
demonstrated through of sources relevant to
personal, contextual intentions.
and other sources.  Basic connections
1 – 9 = 1 out of 3 made between visual
and other elements.
1 – 9 = 1 out of 3
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