Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
National Capital Region
Schools Division Office of Makati City
Makati High School
Gen. Luna St., Poblacion, Makati City

PRE-TEST
VISUAL GRAPHICS DESIGN NCIII
School Year 2025-2026

DIRECTIONS: Read and analyze each item carefully. In the scannable answer sheet,
shade the circle that corresponds to the correct answer. (50 points)

1. What is the first step in creating an iconic logo concept?

a. Researching competitors
b. Refining the design
c. Using color theory principles
d. Presenting a mockup to clients
2. Which tool is commonly used for digital logo design?
a. Pencil
b. Graphic tablet
c. Photo editing software
d. Vector-based graphic editor
3. What is an important factor when refining a logo design?
a. Adding intricate details
b. Simplifying the composition
c. Using multiple font styles
d. Choosing a specific product theme
4. Why is presenting a logo mockup essential?
a. To highlight font variations
b. To focus solely on color choices
c. To showcase multiple unrelated designs
d. To demonstrate usability in real-world applications
5. What defines a good iconic logo?
a. Its bright, complex design
b. . Its extensive use of gradients
c Its ability to adapt across media
d. Its inclusion of product descriptions
6. What is the purpose of a poster?
a. To showcase intricate logos
b. To communicate a message visually
c. To provide a detailed user manual
d. To create a foldable brochure
7. Which aspect is essential when designing a business card?
a. Including all social media links
b. Focusing on simplicity and clarity
c. Adding multiple background images
d. Using multiple unrelated colors
8. Why is a trifold brochure beneficial for marketing?
a. It has more pages than a poster
b. It combines portability with structured content
c. It is easier to create than a logo
d. It includes comprehensive design variations
9. What should be included in a trifold brochure about a product?
a. Detailed historical background
b. Product features and benefits
c. Multiple unrelated promotional messages
d. Elaborate artistic sketches
10. What is an essential consideration for print media designs?
a. The thickness of paper used
b. The inclusion of unrelated graphics
c. The uniformity in text alignment
d. The choice of multiple color schemes
11. Which principle ensures visual balance in design?
a. Symmetry
b. Asymmetry
c. Hierarchy
d. Color consistency
12. What is a key characteristic of vector graphics?
a. Limited resolution
b. Scalable without losing quality
c. High file size requirement
d. The key Complex pixel arrangement
13. Why is typography important in design?
a. It adds graphical backgrounds
b. It includes detailed imagery
c. It increases text distortion effects
d. It conveys the visual hierarchy of content
14. What software is typically used for poster design?
a. Spreadsheet software
b. Word processor
c. Desktop publishing software
d. Presentation tool
15. How can branding consistency be maintained across designs?
a. Using a unique design each time
b. Following a set of brand guidelines
c. Choosing different unrelated layouts
d. Experimenting with multiple random fonts
16. Which color model is essential for print media?
a. RGB
b. CMYK
c. Grayscale
d. Indexed
17. What is the primary function of mockups in design?
a. To focus on experimental layouts
b. To simulate the final product in use
c. To highlight unnecessary details
d. To test a wide variety of unrelated themes
18. Which of the following best describes the rule of thirds in design?
a. Dividing the design equally into two parts
b. Creating designs with three distinct shapes
c. Adding three variations to every color scheme
d. Aligning elements along three horizontal and vertical lines
19. How should business cards typically be oriented?
a. Horizontal or vertical, depending on content
b. Horizontal only, to maximize text space
c. Vertical only, to emphasize height
d. Diagonal for creative appeal
20. What design principle ensures that all elements have a purpose?
a. Alignment
b. Repetition
c. Contrast
d. Proximity
21. What is the purpose of creating wireframes?
a. To outline content layout
b. To finalize design visuals
c. To test interactive prototypes
d. To create brand guidelines
22. Which tool is commonly used for testing interactive UX concepts?
a. Paper sketches
b. Design software
c. User interaction platform
d. Specialized UX testing tools
23. Why is a storyboard important in UX design?
a. It provides a detailed narrative flow
b. It emphasizes color schemes
c. It focuses on product branding
d. It highlights advanced features
24. What is the primary focus when building branding for product design?
a. Visual consistency
b. Creating complex animations
c. Emphasizing text alignment
d. Adding decorative elements
25. What is a mockup prototype used for?
a. Showing the design in real use
b. Refining logo design ideas
c. Testing alternative interactions
d. Highlighting product weaknesses
26. Which of the following best describes a modern app interface?
a. Simple, clean, and user-friendly
b. Complex, detailed, and feature-packed
c. Colorful, abstract, and innovative
d. Plain, static, and unresponsive
27. Why is UI branding essential?
a. To maintain a consistent visual identity
b. To focus on navigation hierarchies
c. To showcase multiple unrelated colors
d. To test abstract interactions
28. What is a key consideration when creating UI for school supply?
a. Highlighting usability for students
b. Incorporating minimal interactivity
c. Focusing on visual aesthetics only
d. Using advanced dynamic features
29. What should be prioritized in designing modern UI interfaces?
a. Visual hierarchy
b. Interactive responsiveness
c. Mobile-friendly adaptability
d. All of the above considerations
30. What ensures a strong UI design across all platforms?
a. Uniform branding and usability
b. Randomized design elements
c. Experimental color schemes
d. Minimal aesthetic guidelines
31. What is the main purpose of creating a die line in package design?
a. To define the printing specifications
b. To develop the color scheme
c. To determine the packaging dimensions
d. To outline the content layout
32. When designing a product box, which of the following is the most important
element to consider for aesthetic balance?
a. Font size
b. Use of color
c. Design hierarchy
d. Material strength
33. What should be prioritized when developing a thematic product package
design?
a. Designing for cost reduction
b. Ensuring the package is easy to open
c. Focusing on colors that align with the brand
d. Using a variety of design elements without focus
34. Why is it critical to include branding elements in product packaging?
a. It improves the product’s shelf life
b. It emphasizes the product’s weight
c. It reduces the cost of production
d. It ensures the product stands out on shelves
35. When selecting design elements for a product box, what should be the primary
consideration?
a. Color contrast to enhance visibility
b. Brand consistency and message clarity
c. Complexity of the design for aesthetic appeal
d. Including as much information as possible
36. What is the first step in sketching booth display layouts?
a. Setting up interactive displays
b. Choosing materials and finishes
c. Defining the purpose of the booth
d. Selecting colors and themes

37. When developing an interactive display element, which of the following must be
considered?
a. The space limitations of the display
b. The simplicity of the interaction
c. The interactivity’s relevance to the product
d. The display’s aesthetic appeal only
38. How does the layout of a booth display affect customer interaction with the
product?
a. It provides excessive information about the product
b. It makes the booth look disorganized and cluttered
c. It forces customers to interact with every product
d. It encourages customers to stay longer in the booth
39. Why is it essential to integrate a theme into a product’s booth display?
a. To distract from the product’s weaknesses
b. To establish a consistent brand narrative
c. To limit customer engagement
d. To reduce the number of booth staff needed
40. Which approach would be the most effective in designing a booth for a high-
tech product?
a. Focusing on minimalistic design with clear instructions
b. Using a complex, detailed design to show the product’s full range
c. Creating an over-the-top, flashy design to grab attention
d. Utilizing heavy materials to create a strong visual impact
41. If a product package uses a bold color scheme that conflicts with the brand’s
established colors, what should be done?
a. Change the color scheme to match the brand’s identity
b. Leave the design as is, assuming the product’s quality is sufficient
c. Consult with customers to determine the most appealing colors
d. Use the bold color scheme to attract attention regardless
42. How can a product packaging design reflect the brand’s values effectively?
a. By designing based on market trends, without considering the brand’s
message
b. By using design elements that align with the brand’s ethos and identity
c. By prioritizing material costs over branding consistency
d. By focusing on a highly decorative design that distracts from the product
43. What might be the consequence of not considering user experience in booth
design?
a. Customers may not engage fully with the product
b. The booth will cost less to set up
c. The booth design will always win design awards
d. Customers will find the product easier to use
44. Why is it critical to test a product display layout before finalizing it for an event?
a. To save on material costs
b. To make the booth as large as possible
c. To ensure the design matches the marketing plan
d. To ensure customer interactions are intuitive and engaging
45. In designing a window display for a seasonal product, which factor should you
consider the most?
a. The type of materials used for the display
b. The total number of products that need to be displayed
c. The number of store staff available to maintain the display
d. The seasonality and associated colors to evoke emotions
46. How should a designer handle a situation where a booth layout conflicts with
the available space at an event?
a. Change the location of the event to fit the design
b. Shrink the design to a minimal scale and reduce interaction
c. Modify the design to fit the space without losing functionality
d. Ignore the space limitations and proceed with the original design
47. When developing a thematic product package design, why is consistency in the
visual identity important?
a. It allows for random changes in design
b. It ensures customers immediately recognize the brand
c. It helps reduce design costs significantly
d. It enables the package to stand out from all competitors
48. What is the main advantage of using interactive elements in a booth display?
a. It complicates the display for aesthetic purposes
b. It makes the booth look more colorful and complex
c. It enhances customer engagement and brand recall
d. It reduces the need for human staff at the booth
49. How does the design of a product package influence consumer perception of the
product?
a. It serves only as a protective casing for the product
b. It has no effect on how the consumer perceives the product
c. It is primarily used for transporting the product safely
d. It can either elevate or detract from the perceived value of the product
50. When designing a booth for a product launch, how can you ensure that the
display remains effective throughout the event?
a. By creating complex, visually cluttered displays
b. By maintaining consistent, user-friendly interaction and ease of access
c. By prioritizing the number of products over customer experience
d. By limiting the booth’s interactive elements to conserve resources
Answer Key
1. a 26. a
2. d 27. a
3. b 28. a
4. b 29. d
5. a 30. a
6. b 31. c
7. b 32. c
8. b 33. b
9. b 34. b
10. c 35. b
11. a 36. c
12. b 37. c
13. a 38. d
14. c 39. b
15. b 40. a
16. b 41. a
17. b 42. b
18. b 43. a
19. a 44. b
20. d 45. d
21. a 46. c
22. d 47. b
23. a 48. c
24. a 49. c
25. a 50. b
Sample:

Pre-Test Results Summary

Student Score Percentage Remark
Number
1 35 70% Passed
2 15 30% Needs Improvement
3 42 84% Passed
4 28 56% Needs Improvement
5 50 100% Excellent
6 10 20% Needs Improvement
7 18 36% Needs Improvement
8 45 90% Excellent
9 25 50% Needs Improvement
10 30 60% Passed
11 22 44% Needs Improvement
12 40 80% Passed
13 17 34% Needs Improvement
14 48 96% Excellent
15 12 24% Needs Improvement
16 38 76% Passed
17 20 40% Needs Improvement
18 44 88% Excellent
19 27 54% Needs Improvement
20 32 64% Passed

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
CATEGORY Result
TOTAL STUDENTS 20

PASSING MARK (50%) 25

PASSED STUDENTS 10 (50%)

NEEDS IMPROVEMENT 8 (40%)

EXCELLENT (90% +) 4 (20%)

AVERAGE SCORE 30.2
HIGHEST SCORE 50
LOWEST SCORE 10