Sculpture Techniques: Master the Art of 3D Creation

Question 1

What is the main purpose of a stretcher in a painting?

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To hold the canvas taut and prevent sagging

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To provide a frame for the painting

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To protect the painting from damage

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To add weight to the painting

Question 2

What is the difference between a hue and a tint?

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Hue is the pure color, while tint is a lighter shade of that color.

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Tint is the pure color, while hue is a darker shade of that color.

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Hue and tint are the same thing.

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Hue is a warm color, while tint is a cool color.

Question 3

What is the term for the relationship between the positive and negative space in an artwork?

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Composition

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Balance

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Harmony

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Unity

Question 4

Which type of chisel is designed to create smooth, curved surfaces?

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Gouge

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Flat chisel

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V-chisel

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Parting tool

Question 5

Which factor does not affect the texture of a modelled sculpture?

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The carving technique

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The type of clay used

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The amount of water added

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The firing temperature

Question 6

What is the main purpose of a mould in casting?

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To create a negative impression of the original form

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To strengthen the finished sculpture

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To provide a way to add colour to the sculpture

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To hold the molten material in place

Question 7

What is the primary advantage of using the lost-wax casting technique?

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It allows for greater precision and detail

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It is less time-consuming than other casting methods

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It produces sculptures that are more resistant to corrosion

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It is suitable for casting large-scale sculptures

Question 8

Which of the following is an advantage of using additive sculpting techniques?

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More suitable for creating complex forms

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Greater precision and control

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Less time-consuming than subtractive techniques

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Produces less waste material

Question 9

What type of sculpture involves manipulating and assembling found objects?

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Assemblage

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Relief

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Kinetic

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Monumental

Question 10

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

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Painting

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

Question 11

What type of material is most often used in carving?

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Wood

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Clay

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Plaster

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Bronze

Question 12

What is the process of creating a three-dimensional form from a mold called?

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Casting

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Molding

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Modeling

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Assembling

Question 13

Which material is commonly used for lost-wax casting?

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Bronze

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Ceramic

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Wood

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Clay

Question 14

What is the purpose of using an armature in sculpture?

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To support and strengthen the structure

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To create a smooth surface

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To add texture to the sculpture

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To hold the sculpture in place

Question 15

What is the name of the technique in which sculptures are created by assembling found objects?

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Assemblage

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Collage

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Modeling

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Construction

Question 16

Which technique is not commonly used in sculpture?

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3D Printing

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Carving

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Modelling

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Casting

Question 17

Which of the following is the odd one out in relation to carving techniques?

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Casting

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Relief carving

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Intaglio carving

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Sculpting

Question 18

In sculpture, which material is most commonly used for modelling?

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Clay

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Metal

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Stone

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Wood

Question 19

Which step is the first in the lost-wax casting process?

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Creating a wax model

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Pouring molten metal into a plaster mold

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Chipping away the plaster mold

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Polishing the finished piece

Question 20

What is a key feature of abstract sculpture?

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Non-representational and expressive

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Representative of real-life objects

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Small in scale

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Made from traditional materials

Question 21

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

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To provide structural support

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To create texture

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To add colour

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To hold the sculpture in place

Question 22

Which of the following materials is known for its durability and resistance to weathering?

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Bronze

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Clay

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Wood

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Plaster

Question 23

How do relief carving and intaglio carving differ?

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Relief carving is raised from the background, while intaglio carving is sunken below it

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Intaglio carving is raised from the background, while relief carving is sunken below it

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There is no difference between relief carving and intaglio carving

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Relief carving is done on wood, while intaglio carving is done on stone

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a basic sculpture technique?

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Painting

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Carving

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Modelling

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Casting

Question 25

Which type of material is primarily used in carving, a subtractive sculpture technique?

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Wood

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Clay

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Metal

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Plaster

Question 26

Which tool is essential for modelling, an additive sculpture technique?

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Palette knife

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Chisel

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Sponge

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Hammer

Question 27

What is the initial process of creating a mould for casting, a process used to produce multiple copies of a sculpture, called?

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Moulding

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Patination

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Armature construction

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Finishing

Question 28

When selecting materials for sculpture, which of the following factors is NOT a primary consideration?

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Colour

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Durability

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Cost

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Toxicity

Question 29

Which of the following techniques allows artists to create hollow forms in sculpture, such as thin-walled vessels?

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Lost-wax casting

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Direct carving

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Modelling

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Assembly

Question 30

What is the term for the internal framework that provides support and shape to a sculpture?

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Armature

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Base

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Mould

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Pedestal

Question 31

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

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Emphasis on site-specific installations

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Focus on traditional narrative representation

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Strict adherence to naturalism

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Idealization of human form

Question 32

Which technique is NOT used in sculpture?

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Painting

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Carving

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Modelling

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Casting

Question 33

How do you create a silicone mold that captures fine details?

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Apply liquid silicone onto the object, capturing details through its fluidity.

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Press a pre-made silicone sheet over the object to create a mold.

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Use plaster or clay to create a mold around the object.

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Assemble pre-cut silicone pieces around the object for a perfect fit.

Question 34

Which of the following is not a material commonly used in carving?

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Clay

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Wood

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Wax

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Stone

Question 35

What is the term for a three-dimensional representation of a figure or object that is typically smaller than life-size?

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Maquette

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Relief

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Bust

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Torso

Question 36

Which of the following sculptors is known for their abstract and organic forms?

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Henry Moore

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Auguste Rodin

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Antony Gormley

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Alberto Giacometti

Question 37

What is the primary difference between direct and indirect carving techniques?

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Direct carving involves removing material directly from a block, while indirect carving uses a model or mold to create the final form.

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Indirect carving involves removing material directly from a block, while direct carving uses a model or mold to create the final form.

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Both direct and indirect carving techniques involve adding material to the artwork.

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Both direct and indirect carving techniques involve removing material from the artwork.

Question 38

Which of the following is a characteristic of kinetic sculpture?

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It moves or changes shape in response to external forces.

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It is made from traditional materials like clay or stone.

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It is always large in scale.

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It is typically static and unchanging.

Question 39

Which of the following is a type of abstract sculpture that uses geometric shapes and forms?

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Constructivism

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Expressionism

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Surrealism

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Impressionism

Question 40

What is the term for a large-scale outdoor sculpture that is typically made of durable materials like metal or stone?

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Monument

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Relief

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Kinetic sculpture

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Maquette

Question 41

What is the primary function of a sculpture base?

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Provide stability and prevent it from toppling

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Enhance the sculpture's visual appeal

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Facilitate the sculpture's movement and handling

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Create a visual separation between the sculpture and its surroundings

Question 42

What is the primary difference between direct and indirect carving techniques?

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Direct carving involves removing material from a block to create a form, while indirect carving uses a model to create a mold for casting.

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Direct carving uses hand tools, while indirect carving uses power tools.

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Direct carving allows for immediate visualization of the final form, while indirect carving requires waiting until the casting process is complete.

Question 43

In sculpture, what does the term 'negative space' refer to?

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The empty space around a sculpture

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The solid form of the sculpture

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The space taken up by the sculpture's base

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The light that passes through the sculpture

Question 44

Which of the following is a subtractive sculpture technique?

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Carving

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Casting

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Modelling

Question 45

What is the process of creating a sculpture by adding material to a base form called?

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Modelling

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Assemblage

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Casting

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Carving

Question 46

Which material is commonly used for direct carving in sculpture?

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Wood

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Bronze

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Plaster

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Clay

Question 47

What is the purpose of using a mould in casting?

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To create a negative space for the molten material to fill

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To add texture to the surface of the sculpture

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To support the sculpture during the casting process

Question 48

Which of the following tools is used for shaping clay in sculpture?

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Modelling tool

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Sandpaper

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Grinder

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Chisel

Question 49

What is the term for the process of adding material to a sculpture?

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Addition

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Modelling

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Subtraction

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Casting

Question 50

Which type of sculpture is created by carving directly into a block of material?

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Direct carving

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Casting

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Modelling

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Assemblage