Which line is more effective for showing foreground as near?

Correct answer: Clear and strong line

Correct answer: A—a clear and strong line is more effective for showing the foreground as near. In a drawing, foreground objects are understood to be closer to the viewer. Artists often make their outlines clearer, darker, stronger, or more definite in the foreground, while distant objects may be shown with lighter, softer, less detailed, or less distinct lines. This difference helps the eye read depth even on a flat surface. A is correct because strong definition supports the impression of nearness. B, C, and D are wrong because blurred, faint, broken, or indistinct lines generally reduce visual clarity and are more suitable for suggesting distance or atmospheric softness. This is a common convention, not an unbreakable rule; an artist may deliberately change it for a special effect. Memory cue: near objects are usually clearer and stronger; far objects are usually lighter and less distinct.