Learn Sculpture: Techniques and Materials for 5th Grade Art

Question 1

Which of these materials is not typically used in sculpting?

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Glass

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Clay

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Plaster

Question 2

Which of the following materials is NOT commonly used in sculpture?

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Fabric

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

Question 3

What is the process of adding water to plaster called?

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Hydration

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Mixing

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Casting

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Carving

Question 4

What is the purpose of using a mold in sculpture?

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To create multiple identical pieces

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To add texture to the sculpture

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To strengthen the sculpture

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To protect the sculpture from damage

Question 5

What is the difference between carving and molding?

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Carving removes material, while molding adds material.

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Carving is used for soft materials, while molding is used for hard materials.

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Carving creates unique pieces, while molding creates identical pieces.

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Carving is an additive process, while molding is a subtractive process.

Question 6

Which material is NOT typically used in sculpture?

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Yarn

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Clay

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Metal

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Plaster

Question 7

Which sculpting technique involves removing material from a solid block to create a sculpture?

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Carving

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Molding

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 8

What is the key difference between additive and subtractive sculpting?

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Additive involves adding material, while subtractive involves removing material

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Additive involves removing material, while subtractive involves adding material

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Both techniques involve adding material

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Both techniques involve removing material

Question 9

What is the term for the process of creating a mold for a sculpture?

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Molding

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Casting

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Carving

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Assemblage

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of a three-dimensional sculpture?

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A statue

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A painting

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A photograph

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A drawing

Question 11

Which of the following is a tool used for carving wood?

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Chisel

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Brush

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Palette knife

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Hammer

Question 12

The artist Michelangelo is famous for his work in:

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Sculpture

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Painting

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Architecture

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Music

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of abstract sculpture?

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It is always symmetrical

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It does not depict real-world objects

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It uses geometric shapes and forms

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It often conveys emotions or ideas

Question 14

Which of the following materials is NOT commonly used in sculpture?

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Paper

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Clay

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Stone

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Plaster

Question 15

What is a key characteristic of clay that makes it suitable for sculpture?

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Its flexibility

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Its hardness

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Its transparency

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Its fragility

Question 16

Which sculpting technique involves adding layers of material to create a mold?

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Molding

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Carving

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 17

What is the primary purpose of a sculpture's armature?

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To provide support and stability

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To add texture and detail

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To create the final form

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To protect the sculpture from damage

Question 18

Which famous sculptor is known for using bronze in many of his works?

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Auguste Rodin

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Michelangelo

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Vincent van Gogh

Question 19

What does it mean to "burnish" a sculpture?

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To polish its surface

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To paint it

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To shape it with a hammer

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To cast it in bronze

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of abstract sculpture?

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A geometric shape made of metal

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A statue of a human figure

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A life-like depiction of an animal

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A portrait of a famous person

Question 21

Which of the following tools is used to remove excess clay from a sculpture?

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Loop tool

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Chisel

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Wire brush

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Sandpaper

Question 22

What is the **purpose** of using an armature in sculpture?

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To support the sculpture and make it stronger

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To create smooth surfaces for carving

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To add color and texture to the sculpture

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To make the sculpture more lifelike

Question 23

Which of these techniques is used to make sculptures with curved shapes?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 24

Additive and subtractive techniques in sculpture are **different** because:

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Additive techniques add material while subtractive techniques remove it

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Additive techniques remove material while subtractive techniques add it

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Additive techniques are used for large sculptures while subtractive techniques are used for small sculptures

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Additive techniques are easier than subtractive techniques

Question 25

What is the **main benefit** of using texture in sculpture?

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To make it more visually interesting

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To make it look real

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To make it last longer

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To make it feel different when touched

Question 26

Which of these is an example of abstract sculpture?

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A sculpture that uses simple or changed shapes

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A sculpture that looks like a real person

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A sculpture that is made from different materials

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A sculpture that is created using a mold

Question 27

Why is it important to use proportion in sculpture?

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To make the sculpture look balanced and pleasing to the eye

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To make it look more realistic

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To make certain features stand out

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To make the sculpture easier to make

Question 28

What is the name of the process where you make a sculpture using a mold?

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Casting

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Carving

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Modeling

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Assemblage

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of an outstanding sculpture?

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Practical use

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Visual beauty

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Endurance

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a material used in sculpture?

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Paper

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

Question 31

What property makes clay a suitable material for sculpting?

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Its malleability

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Its hardness

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Its transparency

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Its strength

Question 32

How does a sculpture in the round differ from a relief sculpture?

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A sculpture in the round is 3-dimensional, while a relief sculpture is 2-dimensional.

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A relief sculpture is 3-dimensional, while a sculpture in the round is 2-dimensional.

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Both sculptures are 3-dimensional.

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Both sculptures are 2-dimensional.

Question 33

Which famous artist is renowned for their abstract sculptures?

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Henry Moore

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Michelangelo

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Auguste Rodin

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 34

What is the primary use of a plaster cast in sculpture?

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Creating multiple copies of a sculpture

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Protecting the original sculpture

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Creating a mold for the sculpture

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Adding texture to the sculpture

Question 35

What is the technique called when molten metal is poured into a mold in sculpture?

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Casting

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Welding

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Forging

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Carving

Question 36

How can a sculptor effectively use shape, texture, and form to convey emotions through a sculpture?

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By combining shape, texture, and form to create a unified and expressive work of art that conveys emotions.

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By making the sculpture large and imposing to evoke a sense of grandeur.

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By using smooth, polished surfaces to convey a sense of elegance and refinement.

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By arranging the elements of the sculpture in a balanced and harmonious way to create a sense of tranquility.

Question 37

How does the interaction of light and shadow impact a sculpture's appearance?

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It adds depth and dimension.

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It flattens the sculpture.

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It has no effect on the sculpture's appearance.

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It makes the sculpture brighter.

Question 38

Why is clay a good material for modeling?

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It is soft and easy to shape

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It is hard and durable

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It is light and floats

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It is stretchy like rubber

Question 39

Which tool is used to take away extra clay from a sculpture?

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Loop tool

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Wire cutter

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Paintbrush

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Sandpaper

Question 40

Why do we bake clay in a kiln?

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To make it hard and strong

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To make it soft and moldable

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To color it and make it shiny

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To make it lighter and more flexible

Question 41

Which of the following is a way of making a sculpture by taking away material?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 42

What material is often used to create plaster casts?

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Hydrocal

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Metal

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Wood

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Clay

Question 43

Which of the following is important to remember when working with plaster?

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Wear a mask and gloves

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Use sharp tools

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Run in the studio

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Do not open the windows

Question 44

What is the difference between a sculpture in the round and a relief sculpture?

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A sculpture in the round is three-dimensional, while a relief sculpture is two-dimensional

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A relief sculpture is three-dimensional, while a sculpture in the round is two-dimensional

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Both sculptures in the round and relief sculptures are three-dimensional

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Both sculptures in the round and relief sculptures are two-dimensional

Question 45

Which of the following is a characteristic of a sculpture that has three dimensions?

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Can be viewed from all sides

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Is made from a flat material

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Has no texture

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Is only two-dimensional

Question 46

Clay can be shaped easily because it is

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Soft and moldable

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Hard and inflexible

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Brittle and easily broken

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Heavy and not suitable for large sculptures

Question 47

Which is the best tool to smooth the surface of a clay sculpture?

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Sandpaper

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Chisel

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Grinder

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Saw

Question 48

The process of making a sculpture by layering plaster over a mold is called

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Casting

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Carving

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Molding

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Finishing

Question 49

A small model of a sculpture that is made before the final piece is called a

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Maquette

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Armature

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Mold

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Casting

Question 50

What is the purpose of an armature in sculpture?

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To provide support and structure to the sculpture

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To create intricate details on the surface

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To mix and prepare sculpting materials

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To display the finished sculpture

Question 51

Figurative sculpture is different from abstract sculpture in that:

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Figurative sculpture represents recognizable objects, while abstract sculpture does not

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Abstract sculpture uses only geometric shapes, while figurative sculpture does not

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Figurative sculpture is larger than abstract sculpture

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Abstract sculpture is more difficult to create than figurative sculpture

Question 52

What is the purpose of using an armature in sculpture?

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To provide support to the sculpture.

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To add details to the sculpture.

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To smooth the surface of the sculpture.

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To create texture on the sculpture.

Question 53

What is the process called that is used to shape plaster into a desired form?

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Casting

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Carving

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Stamping

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Painting

Question 54

Which of the following is NOT a type of wood commonly used in sculpture?

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Plastic

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Pine

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Oak

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Mahogany

Question 55

Clay is soft and pliable. Which property of clay can be used to create intricate shapes?

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Its ease of shaping

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Its smoothness

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Its ability to hold its shape

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Its waterproof nature

Question 56

To smooth and shape plaster, which tool should you use?

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A scraper

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A sponge

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A brush

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Sandpaper

Question 57

What is the primary purpose of armatures in sculpture?

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To support the structure of a sculpture

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To add fine details to a sculpture

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To lighten the weight of a sculpture

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To provide a base for painting a sculpture

Question 58

Which type of wood is commonly chosen for wood carving due to its ease of working with?

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Pine

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Oak

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Mahogany

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Walnut

Question 59

Which technique is not used to create different textures on sculptures?

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Painting

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Carving

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Sanding

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Stamping

Question 60

Why is balance crucial in sculpture?

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Creates visual harmony and stability

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Prevents the sculpture from falling

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Highlights important details

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Enhances the emotional impact

Question 61

What is the impact of scale in sculpture?

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Determines the viewer's relationship to the sculpture

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Creates a sense of movement

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Emphasizes specific details

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Provides durability to the sculpture

Question 62

Which of these materials is NOT used to make sculptures?

Accepted Answer

Fabric

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Clay

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Plaster

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Metal

Question 63

Which material is soft and can be easily shaped by hand?

Accepted Answer

Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

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Stone

Question 64

What is the name for the process of painting a sculpture?

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Painting

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Glazing

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Carving

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Molding