Sculpture Art: Master the Fundamentals of Modeling, Carving, and Casting

Question 1

In sculpture, which technique involves removing material from a solid block to create a form?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a primary sculpting technique?

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Painting

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Modeling

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Casting

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Carving

Question 3

Which characteristic is associated with abstract sculptures?

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Simplification and distortion of forms

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Emphasis on realistic forms

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Depiction of objects as they appear in nature

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Use of traditional materials

Question 4

Henry Moore is renowned for his distinctive sculptures that often portray:

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Abstract human forms

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Figurative animal sculptures

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Realistically detailed portraits

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Highly geometric shapes

Question 5

Which material is NOT commonly used in creating ceramic sculptures?

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Bronze

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Clay

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Porcelain

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Glaze

Question 6

What is the technique known as when pieces of metal are welded together to create a sculpture?

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Welding

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Casting

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Forging

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Assemblage

Question 7

What is the term for the process of using a digital scanner to create a 3D model of a sculpture?

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3D scanning

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Rapid prototyping

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Computer-aided design (CAD)

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Photogrammetry

Question 8

The artistic practice of assembling found objects to create a sculpture is referred to as:

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Assemblage

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Collage

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Installation

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Performance art

Question 9

Which of the following is a characteristic of kinetic sculpture?

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It is capable of movement

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It is constructed entirely of metal

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It is abstract in form

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It is interactive for the viewer

Question 10

In the context of sculpture, the process of creating a preliminary small-scale model of a sculpture before making the actual piece is known as:

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Maquette

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Sketching

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Drafting

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Prototyping

Question 11

The process of shaping a three-dimensional form by adding material is called:

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Molding

Question 12

The process of creating a mold and then pouring molten metal into it to form a sculpture is known as:

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Casting

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Modeling

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Carving

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Assemblage

Question 13

Which of the following materials is commonly used in the modeling technique?

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Clay

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Stone

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Metal

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Wood

Question 14

The process of creating a three-dimensional form from a two-dimensional surface is known as:

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Relief

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Assemblage

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Sculpture in the Round

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Modeling

Question 15

In sculpture, the concept of negative space refers to:

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The empty space surrounding a form

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The interior of a form

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The positive shape of a form

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The color of a form

Question 16

The process of enlarging or reducing a sculpture is known as:

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Scaling

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Casting

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Modeling

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Carving

Question 17

Which material is commonly used for the lost-wax casting method, where a wax model is encased in a mold and then replaced with molten metal?

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Bronze

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

Question 18

What is the technique of removing material from a solid block, such as stone or wood, to create a form?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 19

Which type of sculpture is characterized by its flat, two-dimensional form, where figures and objects project slightly from the background?

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Bas-relief

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High-relief

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In-the-round

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Cinematic

Question 20

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

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Artistic expression

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Durability

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Availability

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Cost

Question 21

What is the term for the process of enlarging or reducing a sculpture based on a smaller or larger model?

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Scaling

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Pointing

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Casting

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Molding

Question 22

Which of the following is a significant contemporary sculpture movement known for its use of geometric shapes and minimal forms?

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Minimalism

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Kinetic art

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Pop art

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Cubism

Question 23

What is the primary purpose of an armature in sculpture?

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To provide support and structure to the artwork

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To create texture and detail on the sculpture's surface

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To mold and shape the sculpting material

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To join different pieces of the sculpture together

Question 24

In sculpture, which technique involves chiseling away at a solid block to create a form?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 25

In traditional sculpture, which material is used less frequently?

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Fabric

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Wood

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Metal

Question 26

Which material is *less* common in sculpture compared to wood, glass, and plastic?

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Rubber

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Wood

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Glass

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Plastic

Question 27

Which of these techniques is commonly used in sculpture to build up form?

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Additive

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Gesso

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Sgraffito

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Subtractive

Question 28

What type of casting uses a mold made of sand and a binder?

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Sand casting

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Lost wax casting

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Plaster casting

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Ceramic casting

Question 29

Which sculptor is known for their use of found objects and assemblages?

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Claes Oldenburg

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Auguste Rodin

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Alberto Giacometti

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Henry Moore

Question 30

What is the name of the metal alloy commonly used in bronze sculptures?

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Bronze

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Pewter

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Brass

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Steel

Question 31

Which of the following is an example of a non-representational sculpture?

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Abstract Expressionist sculpture

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David by Michelangelo

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The Thinker by Rodin

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Venus de Milo

Question 32

What is the process of manipulating clay or other soft materials to create a sculpture?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 33

What is the name of the technique used to create a mold for casting?

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Mold making

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Patina

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Lost wax

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Sandblasting

Question 34

What is the name of the surface treatment applied to metal sculptures to protect and enhance their appearance?

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Patina

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Varnish

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Glaze

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Wax

Question 35

Sculpture is often described as an iterative process. Which of the following best describes this iterative nature?

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A sequence of distinct stages, each with a specific objective

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A straightforward progression from concept to final product

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A haphazard and unpredictable process driven by inspiration

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A solitary endeavor where the artist works alone

Question 36

Which characteristic is a defining feature of contemporary sculpture?

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Extensive use of digital fabrication and interactive elements

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Strict adherence to figurative representation

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Exclusive use of traditional materials, such as marble and bronze

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Focus on replicating classical techniques and styles

Question 37

Design a proposal for a public sculpture that creatively addresses a pressing social or environmental issue in your community.

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An interactive sculpture that raises awareness about climate change

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An abstract sculpture of a local landmark with a modern twist

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A life-sized statue of a historical figure, cast in bronze

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A colorful mosaic depicting scenes from the community's past

Question 38

A sculpture made by joining together found objects is called a(n):

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Assemblage

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Kinetic

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Relief

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Monumental

Question 39

What describes a sculpture designed to be viewed from all sides?

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Freestanding

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Monumental

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Relief

Question 40

What is a sculpture called that has a flat surface and is attached to a background?

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Relief

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Monumental

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Freestanding

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Kinetic

Question 41

What is the main purpose of an armature in sculpture?

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To provide support for a sculpture while it's being created.

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To add detail to the sculpture.

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To determine the final shape of the sculpture.

Question 42

Shaping clay by hand is called:

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Handbuilding

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Molding

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Casting

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Carving

Question 43

In modeling, which material is typically used to build up a sculpture's form?

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Clay

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Stone

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Wood

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Metal

Question 44

Which sculpture technique involves removing material from a solid block?

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Carving

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Assemblage

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Casting

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Welding

Question 45

In casting, what is the process called where a mold is made from an original sculpture?

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Mold making

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Patination

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Etching

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Chasing

Question 46

Which sculptor is known for their abstract metal sculptures?

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Alexander Calder

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Michelangelo

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Henry Moore

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Auguste Rodin

Question 47

What term describes the surface texture of a sculpture?

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Patina

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Mass

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Composition

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Balance

Question 48

Which principle of design relates to the visual weight of a sculpture?

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Mass

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Rhythm

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Proportion

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Unity

Question 49

What technique is used to create sculptures by welding together pieces of scrap metal?

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Assemblage

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Casting

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Modeling

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Carving

Question 50

Which of the following techniques is NOT used to create sculptures?

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Painting

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Casting

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Assemblage

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Modeling

Question 51

What sculpture technique involves removing material from a solid block?

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Carving

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Relief

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Modeling

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Assemblage

Question 52

Which technique involves building up a form by adding material?

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Modeling

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Assemblage

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Carving

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Casting

Question 53

What is the term for reproducing sculptures using a mold?

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Casting

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Carving

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Assemblage

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Welding

Question 54

Which type of sculpture projects from a flat surface?

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Relief

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Assemblage

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Freestanding

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Kinetic

Question 55

What type of sculpture involves movement and interaction?

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Kinetic

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Freestanding

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Assemblage

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Relief

Question 56

Which technique involves combining found objects?

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Assemblage

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Kinetic

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Freestanding

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Relief

Question 57

What term describes the illusion of depth and three-dimensionality?

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Perspective

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Foreshortening

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Chiaroscuro

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Proportion