Sculpture and 3D Design: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 3

Question 1

When we create a shape by joining smaller pieces, what technique are we using?

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Assembling

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Carving

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Modelling

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Casting

Question 2

Which of these materials is NOT commonly used in sculpture?

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Water

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Clay

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Wood

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Metal

Question 3

What material is used to make a paper mache sculpture?

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Newspaper

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Clay

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Wood

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Metal

Question 4

You want to make a sculpture for the school garden that will last a long time. Which material would be the best choice?

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Bronze

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Cardboard

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Clay

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Paper mache

Question 5

Which of these materials can be used to make a sculpture?

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Wood

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Water

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Air

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Light

Question 6

In claymation, what material do animators mainly use to make their characters and objects?

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Plasticine

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Cardboard

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Wood

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Paper

Question 7

Which method is NOT used to balance a sculpture?

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Using bright colors

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Making the bottom wider than the top

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Adding weight to the bottom

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Using a symmetrical design

Question 8

Which material is most often used to create sculptures?

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Clay

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Cardboard

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Paper mache

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Plastic

Question 9

Which material would be the best choice for creating a sculpture with smooth curves, like those found on a dolphin's back?

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Clay

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Cardboard

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Paper mache

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Wood

Question 10

Which material is most suitable for making a big, sturdy sculpture that will be kept outside?

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Metal

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Paper

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Cardboard

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Clay

Question 11

Which material is the best choice for creating a long-lasting sculpture?

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C. Stone

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A. Paper

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B. Clay

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D. Cardboard

Question 12

Which material is the best choice for creating a sculpture that is sturdy and can be suspended in the air?

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Wire

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Clay

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Paper mache

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Cardboard

Question 13

In paper mache, which material is essential?

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Paper

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Clay

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Cardboard

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Plasticine

Question 14

Which material is best for creating a sculpture that is smooth and shiny?

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Wax

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Cardboard

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Clay

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Paper

Question 15

Which material is commonly used to create sculptures that are durable and long-lasting?

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Bronze

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Paper

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Cardboard

Question 16

When we create a shape that we can see from all sides, like a ball, what do we call that?

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Three-dimensional

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Flat

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Round

Question 17

Which material is NOT suitable for making an outdoor sculpture?

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Paper

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Wood

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Metal

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Clay

Question 18

In sculpture, which technique involves building up layers of material on a frame to create a shape?

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Papier-mâché

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Carving

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Welding

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Molding

Question 19

Which color can we use to make a sculpture look warm and full of life?

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Red

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Blue

Question 20

In sculpture, which technique involves carving or cutting a solid block to create a shape?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Painting

Question 21

When creating a sculpture, what is the most important thing to think about?

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The shape and form of the sculpture

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The materials you use

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The details and textures on the surface

Question 22

When building a 3D shape with blocks, how can we make sure it stays standing up?

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Use a wide and flat bottom for the shape.

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Make the shape as tall as possible.

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Build the shape on a wobbly surface.

Question 23

When creating a sculpture, how can we make it look more interesting and give it a sense of depth?

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Add different colored and textured materials to the sculpture

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Carve patterns into the surface of the sculpture

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Paint it one solid color

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Use a mold to create identical copies of the sculpture

Question 24

When making a sculpture out of cardboard, which method will make it the strongest and most stable?

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Gluing the pieces of cardboard together at right angles

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Using only thin pieces of cardboard

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Using tape to hold the pieces of cardboard together

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Leaving gaps between the pieces of cardboard

Question 25

What does NOT help keep a sculpture upright?

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Using bright paint

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Adding weight to the bottom

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Making a wide base

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Placing it on a table

Question 26

What is crucial for making a sculpture that won't fall over?

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Balancing the weight

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Using lots of colors

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Adding lots of details

Question 27

Which material is not suitable for making a 3D sculpture?

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Fabric

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Clay

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Wood

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Cardboard

Question 28

How do artists use lighting to make their sculptures more visually appealing?

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By creating shadows and bright areas that highlight the sculpture's shape

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By making the sculpture appear larger than it actually is

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By adding colors to the sculpture

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By concealing any imperfections on the sculpture

Question 29

In sculpture, what's the difference between 'form' and 'volume'?

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Form is the shape of the sculpture, while volume is the space it takes up in 3D.

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Volume is the empty space inside the sculpture, while form is its outer surface.

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Form and volume are the same thing in sculpture.

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Volume is a property of 2D shapes, while form is only related to 3D sculptures.

Question 30

How does using both positive and negative space in a sculpture make it more visually interesting?

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It creates a sense of depth and dimension.

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It makes the sculpture appear larger.

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It simplifies the sculpture's appearance.

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It makes the sculpture more symmetrical.

Question 31

How do color and different textures help tell the story or feeling of a sculpture?

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They can create different emotions and feelings, like happiness or sadness.

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They make the sculpture look like a photograph.

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They show what the artist's favorite colors are.

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They don't affect the story or feeling of a sculpture at all.

Question 32

How can we use lighting to make a sculpture more interesting?

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Shine a bright light on the sculpture from one side.

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Use coloured lights to change how the sculpture looks.

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Put the sculpture in a dark corner so it's hard to see.

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Don't use any lighting at all.

Question 33

How can using different materials, like clay, metal, or paper, change the way we make and what our sculptures look like?

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The material can change both how we make and what the sculpture looks like.

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The material doesn't make a big difference in how we make or what the sculpture looks like.

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The material only changes how the sculpture looks, not how we make it.

Question 34

When making a sculpture, we can change the shape of materials. Which of these methods involves removing material from a block to create a shape?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

Question 35

Identify the three-dimensional shape out of the following options:

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Sphere

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Square

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 36

What's the main reason a sculpture has a base?

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To support the weight

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To make it look taller

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To add decoration

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To make it easier to move

Question 37

Which of these is NOT a technique used in making sculptures?

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Painting

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Modelling

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Carving

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Casting

Question 38

What technique is used to make a sculpture by pouring liquid material into a mold?

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Casting

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Carving

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Modelling

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Assemblage

Question 39

Which material is not suitable for creating 3D sculptures?

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Fabric

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Clay

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Cardboard

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Paper

Question 40

Why is it important to use a base or armature in a sculpture?

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To support the sculpture and prevent it from collapsing

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To add details to the sculpture

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To create texture on the surface of the sculpture

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To make the sculpture more colourful

Question 41

Which tool is used to carve or smooth clay?

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Modelling tool

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Paintbrush

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Palette knife

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Sponge

Question 42

What is the difference between a positive and negative shape in 3D design?

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A positive shape sticks out, while a negative shape is a hole or recess.

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A positive shape is larger than a negative shape.

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A positive shape is made of a hard material, while a negative shape is made of a soft material.

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There is no difference between positive and negative shapes.

Question 43

Which design principle is used to create a sense of balance in a sculpture?

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Symmetry

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Proportion

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Contrast

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Rhythm

Question 44

Which of the following artists is famous for their 3D sculptures?

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Henry Moore

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 45

What makes sculpture different from other forms of art?

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Sculptures are three-dimensional, while other forms of art are two-dimensional.

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Sculptures are made from hard materials, while other forms of art are made from soft materials.

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Sculptures are created by carving or modelling, while other forms of art are created by painting or drawing.

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Sculptures are permanent, while other forms of art are temporary.

Question 46

How can artists use texture to make sculptures that create different feelings?

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Texture can make the sculpture feel rough or smooth.

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Texture makes the sculpture look more realistic.

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Texture helps the sculpture stand up straight.

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Texture makes the sculpture look more colorful.

Question 47

What is an armature used for in sculpture?

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To make the sculpture stronger and support its weight

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To create the final shape and texture

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To attach the sculpture to a base

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To add colour and details

Question 48

Which of these is a feature of a 3D design?

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It has length, width, and depth

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It is flat and can only be seen from one side

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It uses color and pattern to make it look 3D

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It is made up of many repeated shapes and patterns

Question 49

What is the difference between a sculpture that sticks out from a surface and a sculpture that stands on its own?

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The one that sticks out is called a relief sculpture, and the one that stands on its own is called a free-standing sculpture

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The relief sculpture is bigger than the free-standing sculpture

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The relief sculpture is made of different materials than the free-standing sculpture

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There is no difference between the two types of sculptures

Question 50

What are the two main types of symmetry in sculpture?

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Bilateral and radial

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Asymmetrical and symmetrical

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Vertical and horizontal

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Circular and linear

Question 51

Why do we sketch when designing a sculpture?

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To plan the shape and structure of the sculpture

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To try out different materials and techniques

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To get feedback from others on the design

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To make a final presentation of the sculpture

Question 52

How does using both positive and negative space make a sculpture more visually appealing?

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It creates shadows and highlights.

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It makes the sculpture appear larger.

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It reduces the sculpture's weight.

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It makes the sculpture appear to move.

Question 53

Which of these is a disadvantage of using modeling in sculpture?

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The sculpture may not last a long time.

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You can create any shape you want.

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It's quick and easy to do.

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You can use different types of materials.

Question 54

Why is a wire armature often used in sculpture?

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To support its weight

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To create a textured surface

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To add colour to it

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To make it lighter

Question 55

Which tool is commonly used for carving?

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Chisel

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Paintbrush

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Spatula

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Rolling pin

Question 56

What is a special feature of a 'kinetic sculpture'?

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It moves when touched or by the wind.

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It is made of metal.

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It is very large.

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It is made from recycled materials.

Question 57

What is a key characteristic of a 'site-specific' sculpture?

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It is designed to interact with its surroundings in a specific location.

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It is made from materials found in the area.

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It is created by a well-known artist.

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It is displayed in a museum or gallery.

Question 58

In sculpture, which of these is NOT a type of balance?

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Vertical

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Symmetrical

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Asymmetrical

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Radial

Question 59

How do artists use light and shadows to enhance sculptures?

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Express emotions and create different feelings

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Make the sculpture appear more realistic

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Highlight important features of the sculpture

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Make the sculpture easier to see in the dark

Question 60

Which of these materials is not suitable for creating a sculpture?

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Sponge

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Clay

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Paper

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Metal

Question 61

What is the name of the technique where different materials are put together to create a sculpture?

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Assemblage

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Casting

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Modelling

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Carving

Question 62

What is the term for the space around and within a sculpture?

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Negative space

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Positive space

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Volume

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Form

Question 63

Why is it good to use recycled materials in sculpture?

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It reduces waste and saves resources.

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It costs more money.

Question 64

When using the subtractive method of carving, what material do you start with?

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A block of wood

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A lump of clay

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A mold