Freestanding Sculpture — Unit test Answers

This image is an example which technique in ceramics? a. red figure painting c. glazing b. meander pattern d. black figure painting Please select the best answer from the choices provided

______________ is not only the most valuable precious metal, but it is also both aesthetically and intrinsically pleasing, and retains religious or symbolic meaning in many cultures.a.Silverc.Ironb.Bronzed.Gold

Which of the following is not true of sculpture in the round?a.There are three main techniques of sculpture in the round which include, casting, carving, and assemblage.b.It is a three dimensional form of art that is meant to be seen from all sides.c.Sculptures in the round are usually posed in order to create an interesting composition from all viewing angles.d.When observing a sculpture in the round, the division of positive and negative space is depending on the angle it is viewed from.

___________ is a creative expression of an idea in some form.a.Handicraftc.Artb.Craftd.Embroidery

This is an example of a ________________ because it not only shows skills and beauty, but was also created to hold or transport something. a. piece of functional art c. piece of fine art b. practical vase Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Assemblage is ________________a.a technique for casting where wax is carved then heated after a mold is made, then heated so that the wax melts, leaving an impression.b.an additive process where artists construct work by putting together objects and attaches them in some way.c.a substitution process in which the artist models an image in a soft medium such as wax, and then replaces it with something more durable such as bronze.d.the use of tools to chip away at a base in order to produce the sculpture.

Which of the following is true of iron?a.It has the highest electrical conductivity of any metal.b.It can exist in many alloys, usually with a carbon base.c.It is highly valuable, has symbolic meaning, and widely used.d.It is a durable metal and is commonly used for casting.

_____________ is a process, also known as inlay, in which spaces are cut into wood and filled with wood shapes of a different color.a.Amphorac.Intarsiab.Wood graind.Meander pattern

The Arts and Crafts Movement was largely fueled by the _____(1)_____, in which everything was mass produced. More and more artists wanted to return to _____(2)_____ objects that were unique.a.(1) 20th century; (2) rusticb.(1) Industrial Revolution; (2) hand-craftedc.(1) Artistic Revolution; (2) machine maded.(1) Revolutionary War; (2) hand-made

A ______(1)______ is used to spin the clay while the ceramicist shapes it into a form, where as a ______(2)______ is used to fire, or heat the clay. a. (1) clay spinner; (2) roaster b. (1) potters wheel; (2) kiln c. (1) kiln; (2) glaze d. (1) meander; (2) slip oven Please select the best answer from the choices provided

All of the following are examples of materials used for carving, except which?a.stonec.woodb.ivoryd.clay

Black figure painting is ____________________a.a hard, white, translucent ceramic that is made by firing kaolin and other materials.b.an advanced technique allowing for more detailed figures.c.a process in which the outside rim is designed with geometric patterns consisting of horizontal and vertical lines.d.an ancient Greek technique in which the figures appear as black silhouettes on red background.

Earthenware is a(n) ____________________ a. hard, white, translucent ceramic that is made by firing kaolin and other materials. It was first created by the Chinese over 10,000 years ago. b. common material used for pottery and decorative objects. It has to be fired and glazed because it is so brittle and porous in its natural form. c. advanced technique that allows for more detailed figures, and through glazing the artistic qualities are intensified. d. type of fine textured ceramic ware, which is non-conductive and requires a high firing temperature. Please select the best answer from the choices provided