Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. What type of perspective, giving the illusion of depth, is demonstrated by the sketch above? List the steps taken to create this drawing, making sure to include the reason for the line and the points on it, and how they are used to guide the drawing. Optional Activity: Print out the image below and use it to recreate the sketch above, or create your own example of the same perspective.

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The sketch demonstrates two-point perspective, which creates the illusion of depth by making parallel edges recede toward two vanishing points. First, draw a horizontal horizon line across the page to represent eye level, then mark a vanishing point on each side of the drawing. Draw guide lines from the building and road corners to the appropriate vanishing points so the edges recede correctly, and use vertical lines to establish the buildings’ height. Finally, use these guides to complete the buildings and roads, then erase or lighten the construction lines.