Printmaking for Sixth Graders: Explore the Art of Printmaking

Question 1

What characteristic is commonly found in woodcut prints?

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Bold lines and solid shapes

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Intricate lines and fine details

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Smooth transitions between shades

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Images that appear backwards

Question 2

What is the primary tool used to carve images in woodcut printmaking?

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Gouge

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Burin

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Needle

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Blade

Question 3

What is the process of creating an image on a lithography stone called?

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Drawing

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Carving

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Printing

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Transferring

Question 4

Which of these printmaking techniques allows for multiple colors to be printed at once?

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Silkscreen

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Woodcut

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Etching

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Lithography

Question 5

What is the term for the areas of the printmaking block that are left raised to receive ink?

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Positive spaces

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Negative spaces

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Image areas

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Blank spaces

Question 6

Which printmaking technique is considered the best choice for beginners, due to its simplicity?

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Woodcut

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Etching

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Lithography

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Screen printing

Question 7

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of reduction printmaking?

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Gradually removing portions of the printing surface

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Using multiple printing plates for different colors

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Printing on fabric materials instead of paper

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Creating prints that have a three-dimensional appearance

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a traditional printmaking technique?

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Painting

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Woodcut

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Etching

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Lithography

Question 9

Which of the following is **NOT** a common printmaking technique taught in schools?

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Painting

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Woodcut

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Etching

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Lithography

Question 10

What is the name of the technique where an image is carved into a block of wood?

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Woodcutting

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Etching

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Lithography

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Relief printing

Question 11

Which printmaking technique uses a metal plate and acid to create an image?

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Etching

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Woodcut

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Lithography

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Monotype

Question 12

What type of stone is used in lithography to create the image?

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Limestone

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Sandstone

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Marble

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Granite

Question 13

Which of the following is a unique characteristic of a monotype print?

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It is the only one of its kind.

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It can produce multiple identical prints.

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It has very intricate details.

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It has a raised surface.

Question 14

What is the purpose of using a printing press in printmaking?

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To transfer the image from the plate to paper.

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To create the image on the plate.

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To dry the ink.

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To clean the printing plate.

Question 15

Which famous artist is known for their contributions to the field of printmaking?

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Salvador Dalí

Question 16

Woodcut printing involves:

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Carving an image into a wooden block

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Using a metal plate with etched designs

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Drawing on a flat stone surface

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Employing chemicals to create a design

Question 17

A press in printmaking is primarily used to:

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Transfer ink from a plate to paper

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Create a raised image on a plate

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Etch designs onto a metal surface

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Prepare a wooden block for carving

Question 18

Which ink is specifically used in etching?

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Etching ink

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Oil-based ink

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Water-based ink

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Acrylic ink

Question 19

The process of creating an image on a metal plate in etching is called:

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Etching

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Carving

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Lithography

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Woodcutting

Question 20

Woodcut blocks are typically made from:

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Wood

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Linoleum

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Metal

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Stone

Question 21

In etching, the role of acid is to:

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Dissolve areas of a metal plate

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Create raised areas on a plate

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Transfer ink to paper

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Harden the surface of a stone

Question 22

In woodcut printmaking, which of these is a characteristic of the printed lines?

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Bold and raised

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Delicate and etched

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Flat and smooth

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Transparent and layered

Question 23

In woodcut, you create your design by carving into which material?

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Wood

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Metal

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Stone

Question 24

Which technique involves making an image on metal using chemicals?

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Etching

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Woodcut

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Lithography

Question 25

What special property allows a design to be transferred to paper in lithography?

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Oil and water don't mix

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The ink is attracted to certain areas of the plate

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The paper is specially treated to accept ink

Question 26

In woodcut, which type of material is carved to make the print?

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Wood

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Metal

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Rubber

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a type of printmaking technique we have learned about in class?

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Painting

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Woodcut

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Etching

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Lithography

Question 28

What is the main purpose of applying acid to a metal plate in the etching process?

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To remove areas of the plate that will not print

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To create raised lines

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To create a textured surface

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To enhance the color of the ink

Question 29

Which of the following is a unique characteristic of lithography?

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Prints using a combination of ink and water

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Uses a metal plate

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Creates intaglio lines

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Involves carving a block

Question 30

What is the primary purpose of a printing press in printmaking?

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To transfer the ink from the block to the paper

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To apply even pressure to the paper

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To clean the printing block

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To dry the print

Question 31

Which of the following artists is famous for their contributions to lithography?

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Francisco Goya

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Pablo Picasso

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Rembrandt

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 32

What is the result of applying multiple layers of ink to the printing block?

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Darker, richer colors

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Lighter, softer colors

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No change in color

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Different colors

Question 33

In woodcut printmaking, which tool is primarily used to carve the image into the woodblock?

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Gouge

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Burin

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Roller

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Lithographic stone

Question 34

During the etching process, how is the image transferred to the metal plate?

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Etching

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Burnishing

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Printing

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Lithography

Question 35

Which type of printmaking uses a flat stone to create an image?

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Lithography

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Woodcut

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Etching

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Screen printing

Question 36

What is the purpose of the ink roller in printmaking?

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To apply ink to the printing plate

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To transfer the image from the plate to paper

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To flatten the paper

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To create a stencil

Question 37

What is a characteristic of a relief print?

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Raised areas print ink

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Recessed areas print ink

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Image is created by etching

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Uses a lithographic stone

Question 38

Why do artists create a proof in printmaking?

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To test the printmaking process

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To create a final print

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To create a stencil

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To transfer the image to another surface

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a safety precaution to observe while using printmaking tools?

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Leave the work area clean and tidy

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Wear gloves

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Avoid breathing in fumes

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Use sharp tools carefully

Question 40

How is a raised image created on a woodcut block?

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Carving

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Etching

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Lithography

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Screen printing

Question 41

What is the key difference between a monoprint and a traditional print?

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Monoprints create unique images, while traditional prints can be reproduced

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Traditional prints create unique images, while monoprints can be reproduced

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Monoprints use a different type of paper

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There is no difference

Question 42

Which printmaking technique involves creating a design on a wooden block and carving away the negative space?

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Woodcut

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Etching

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Lithography

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Screenprinting

Question 43

What is the name of the printmaking process that uses a metal plate etched with acid to create an image?

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Etching

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Lithography

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Woodcut

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Screenprinting

Question 44

Which printmaking technique utilizes a flat stone or metal plate with a grease-based image to transfer ink?

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Lithography

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Screenprinting

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Woodcut

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Etching

Question 45

What is the primary purpose of a printing press in printmaking?

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To transfer ink from the printing plate onto paper

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To apply grease

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To create etchings

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To carve designs

Question 46

What is the term for the final, completed print made in printmaking?

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Impression

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Proof

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Plate

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Matrix

Question 47

Which renowned artist is known for their innovative use of printmaking techniques?

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Pablo Picasso

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Claude Monet

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 48

What is the term for a set of prints created from a single design?

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Edition

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Plate

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Impression

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Matrix