Sculpture: Explore 3D Art with Clay, Plaster, and Wood

Question 1

Which sculpture technique involves shaping a form by removing material from a solid block?

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Carving

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Casting

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Modeling

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Assemblage

Question 2

Which of the following is **NOT** a basic technique used in sculpture?

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Sketching with charcoal

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Working with clay

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Working with plaster

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Working with wood

Question 3

Which type of clay is known for its exceptional strength and durability?

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Stoneware clay

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Earthenware clay

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Porcelain clay

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Paper clay

Question 4

Which of the following is **NOT** a tool used in wood carving?

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Paintbrush

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Chisel

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Gouge

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Mallet

Question 5

What is the term for a miniature three-dimensional sculpture?

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Maquette

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Bust

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Relief

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Statue

Question 6

What is the process of applying color and glaze to a ceramic sculpture called?

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Glazing

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Firing

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Painting

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Polishing

Question 7

Which of the following is a famous example of a sculpture made from bronze?

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The Statue of Liberty

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The David

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The Thinker

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The Pieta

Question 8

What is the technique called where water is gradually added to clay to make it pliable?

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Kneading

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Wedging

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Coiling

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Throwing

Question 9

What is the name of the inner framework that provides support to a wooden sculpture?

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Armature

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Base

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Pedestal

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Frame

Question 10

What is the purpose of heating and cooling metal in metal sculpture known as?

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Annealing

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Hardening

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Tempering

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Forging

Question 11

Which feature characterizes abstract sculpture?

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Non-representational shapes

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Realistic forms

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Detailed textures

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Figurative poses

Question 12

What is the name for the empty space surrounding and in-between the forms of a sculpture?

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Negative space

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Positive space

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Form

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Shape

Question 13

Which type of sculpture is designed to move?

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Mobile

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Memorial

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Bust

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Relief

Question 14

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

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Fabric

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

Question 15

What is the primary purpose of exploring the expressive possibilities of sculpture materials?

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To convey emotions and ideas through three-dimensional art

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To create visually appealing forms

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To develop fine motor skills

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To learn about the history and background of art

Question 16

Which of the following is a key difference between plaster and wood as sculpture materials?

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Plaster can be cast into molds, while wood cannot

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Plaster is more durable than wood

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Wood is easier to carve than plaster

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Wood is more water-resistant than plaster

Question 17

Which of the following factors is NOT important to consider when choosing a sculpture material?

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The weather conditions

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Intended purpose of the sculpture

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Available resources

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Personal preferences

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of abstract sculpture?

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A geometric shape with no recognizable form

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A lifelike statue of a human figure

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A detailed carving of nature

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A portrait bust

Question 19

Which characteristic is NOT typical of Renaissance sculpture?

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Use of geometric shapes

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Realistic human figures

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Emphasis on religious themes

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a basic technique used in sculpture?

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Painting on canvas

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Working with clay

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Working with plaster

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Working with wood

Question 21

Which of the following is a characteristic of clay as a sculpting material?

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It is malleable and can be easily shaped.

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It is hard and durable.

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It is lightweight and can be easily carved.

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It is transparent and allows light to pass through.

Question 22

Which of the following is a famous example of a Renaissance sculpture?

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Michelangelo's David

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The Venus de Milo

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The Statue of Liberty

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Rodin's The Thinker

Question 23

What is the primary purpose of using armatures in sculpture?

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To provide support and structure to the sculpture.

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To add color and texture to the sculpture.

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To create a mold for casting.

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To join different pieces of the sculpture together.

Question 24

What is the term for a sculpture that is designed to move?

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Kinetic sculpture

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Static sculpture

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Interactive sculpture

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Sound sculpture

Question 25

Which of the following is a tool used for smoothing and shaping clay?

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Loop tool

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Gouge

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Chisel

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Palette knife

Question 26

Which of the following is a technique **not** covered in this sculpture unit?

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Painting with acrylics

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Working with clay

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Working with plaster

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Working with wood

Question 27

What is the primary purpose of using armatures in sculpture?

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To provide a structural framework

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To add texture and detail

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To hold pieces of wood together

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To create a mold for casting

Question 28

Which of the following is a key characteristic of successful sculpture?

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Expressive use of form and space

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Accurate representation of reality

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Use of bright colors

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Perfect symmetry and balance

Question 29

What is the process of removing excess material from a sculpture called?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Sculpting

Question 30

What is the main difference between additive and subtractive sculpture?

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Additive sculpture involves adding material, while subtractive sculpture involves removing it.

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Subtractive sculpture involves adding material, while additive sculpture involves removing it.

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Both additive and subtractive sculpture involve adding and removing material.

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There is no difference between additive and subtractive sculpture.

Question 31

What is the purpose of the firing process in ceramics?

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To harden clay by heating it to a high temperature

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To apply glaze and paint before heating

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To mold clay into desired shapes

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To make clay pliable by adding water

Question 32

Which of the following sculptors is famous for using found objects in their work?

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Marcel Duchamp

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Auguste Rodin

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Henry Moore

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Pablo Picasso

Question 33

How does the choice of material affect the expressive possibilities of a sculpture?

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Different materials have distinct properties that influence the forms, textures, and emotions that can be conveyed.

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The choice of material does not significantly impact a sculpture's expressiveness.

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Materials only affect a sculpture's durability.

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The selection of material is a matter of personal preference.

Question 34

The process of creating a three-dimensional form from a flat surface is known as what sculpting technique?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Molding

Question 35

Which of the following is a characteristic of clay as a sculpting material?

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Easily molded and shaped by hand

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Requires specialized tools and equipment

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Is very durable and long-lasting

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Has a smooth and uniform surface

Question 36

What is the primary purpose of using plaster in sculpture?

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To create durable molds for casting

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To add texture and details to sculptures

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To strengthen clay sculptures

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To make sculptures more lightweight

Question 37

Which type of wood is commonly used for carving due to its softness and workability?

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Pine

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Oak

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Birch

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Mahogany

Question 38

The process of refining and shaping a wood sculpture using sharp tools is called:

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Carving

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Sanding

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Smoothing

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Polishing

Question 39

What is the final stage in the sculpting process?

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Finishing

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Molding

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Casting

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Curing

Question 40

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

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Marble

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Terracotta

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Earthenware

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Porcelain

Question 41

What is the process of creating a mold for a plaster cast called?

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Molding

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Casting

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Carving

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Modeling

Question 42

Which woodcarving tool is used to carve detailed, intricate designs?

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Gouge

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Carving knife

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Chisel

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Saw

Question 43

What is the term for the three-dimensional illusion of depth created in sculpture using light and shadow?

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Chiaroscuro

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Perspective

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Foreshortening

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Proportion

Question 44

What is the main purpose of an armature in sculpture?

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To provide support and structure

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To create texture and details

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To serve as a base for the artwork

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To attach the artwork to a surface

Question 45

Which technique is primarily used to create realistic human figures in sculpture?

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Modeling

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Casting

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Carving

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Assemblage

Question 46

Which of the following is an example of a kinetic sculpture?

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The Windmill by Alexander Calder

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David by Michelangelo

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The Thinker by Rodin

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Venus de Milo

Question 47

What is the main material used in clay sculpting?

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Clay

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Marble

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Bronze

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Wood

Question 48

Which of the following is an example of an abstract sculpture?

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Mobile

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Statue of Liberty

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David

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Pietà

Question 49

The Greek sculptor Phidias is renowned for his work on:

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The Parthenon

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The Colosseum

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The Sphinx

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The Great Wall of China

Question 50

The technique of adding material to create a three-dimensional form is known as:

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Modeling

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Casting

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Carving

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Welding

Question 51

Which property does NOT apply to clay as a sculpting material?

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Water resistance

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Malleability

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Durability

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Ease of shaping

Question 52

What process involves sculpting a three-dimensional form by removing material using tools?

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Subtractive sculpting

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Additive sculpting

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Molding

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Casting

Question 53

Which characteristic best describes abstract sculpture?

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Non-representational

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Representational

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Symbolic

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Realistic

Question 54

What is the process of shaping metal through heating and hammering called?

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Forging

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Casting

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Welding

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Soldering

Question 55

Which of these is an example of kinetic sculpture?

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A mobile that moves with the air

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A stone statue

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A canvas painting

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A piece of jewelry

Question 56

Which technique is primarily used to shape plaster in sculpture?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Chiseling

Question 57

What is the primary purpose of armatures in sculpture?

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Provide support and stability

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Create a smooth surface

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Add texture and detail

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Hold the materials collectively

Question 58

Which tool is used to smooth and refine clay surfaces?

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Rib

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Scraper

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Wire brush

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Sandpaper

Question 59

Which characteristic defines abstract sculpture?

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Utilizing geometric shapes and forms

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Representing real-world objects

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Having a clear narrative

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Employing traditional materials

Question 60

What is the process called when a mold is used to create a sculpture by pouring liquid material into it?

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Casting

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Carving

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Modeling

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Welding

Question 61

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

Accepted Answer

Fabric

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

Question 62

Which tool is used to remove material from wood in sculpture?

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Chisel

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Palette knife

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Grinder

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Kiln

Question 63

Which of the following is an example of a dynamic sculpture?

Accepted Answer

A mobile that moves with air

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A statue of a person

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A carved wooden panel

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A painted canvas

Question 64

Which of the following materials is NOT suitable for outdoor sculpture due to its susceptibility to weather damage?

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Ceramic

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Bronze

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Wood

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Plastic