CSET — Art

The CSET — Art exam is broken down into two subtests. The first subtest has 20 multiple-choice questions about aesthetic viewing, 15 multiple-choice questions about the historical context of art, and 15 multiple-choice questions about artistic perception. This portion of the test also has short constructed-answer questions for each section. The second subtest has 30 multiple-choice questions dealing with creative expression, 10 multiple-choice questions dealing with connections and relationships, and 10 multiple-choice questions dealing with the history and theory of learning about art. Each section except the last also has a constructed- answer question, several of which are drawing- or portfolio-based.

The first CSET — Art subtest covers elements of art, including the use of lines, shapes, and blank space. It further tests the candidate's understanding of the principles of design in different contexts and environments. The test taker must be able to explain how visual art is used to teach and to convey emotion. The candidate must also be able to put art into a cultural context and discuss how art impacts cultures and how changes in a community are reflected by changes in that community's artistic traditions.

The second CSET — Art subtest covers creating original art, and overcoming problems in producing the art. It also covers knowledge of the various materials, tools, and mediums that can be used in creating sculpture in wood, stone or clay, oil and watercolor paintings, and lithography. The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in media art, including photography and filmmaking, as well as new genres such as Internet art. The exam also tests on the ability to explain how art can be used to teach other disciplines and how art relates to different careers, whether in the advertising industry, fashion, or even video-game development.

CSET Art Practice Questions