Clay Modeling for Year 3: Explore 3D Design and Creativity

Question 1

Which clay modeling technique involves flattening the clay and cutting shapes from it?

Accepted Answer

Slab Building

Answer

Pinching

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Carving

Question 2

Which tool do we use to smooth and shape the surface of clay?

Accepted Answer

Sponge

Answer

Rolling pin

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Modeling knife

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Fork

Question 3

Which type of clay has a reddish-brown color?

Accepted Answer

Terracotta

Answer

Porcelain

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Earthenware

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Paper clay

Question 4

What is the name of the pottery technique when we coil clay to make a hollow shape?

Accepted Answer

Coiling

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Pinching

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Slab building

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Sculpting

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a safety rule for working with clay?

Accepted Answer

Eat or drink in the art area

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Wear an apron

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Wash your hands thoroughly

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Keep the work area clean

Question 6

What is the purpose of using a slip when working with clay?

Accepted Answer

To make the clay smoother and easier to join

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To add color to the clay

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To create a shiny finish

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To make the clay stickier

Question 7

Which of these materials is NOT used for modeling?

Accepted Answer

Wood

Answer

Clay

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Papier-mâché

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Plasticine

Question 8

What's the first thing you should do before working with clay?

Accepted Answer

Wash your hands

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Knead the clay

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Fire the clay

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Glaze the clay

Question 9

What's the first step in creating a clay model?

Accepted Answer

Kneading the clay

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Shaping the clay

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Adding details

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Firing the clay

Question 10

What's the purpose of firing clay?

Accepted Answer

Hardening the clay

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Softening the clay

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Adding color

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Creating a glaze

Question 11

What's the name for the space around and between objects in a sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Negative space

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Perspective

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Composition

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Balance

Question 12

What's the difference between a sculpture and a model?

Accepted Answer

A sculpture is made to be permanent while a model is temporary

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A sculpture is smaller than a model

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A sculpture is made of different materials than a model

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A sculpture is abstract while a model is realistic

Question 13

Which of these is NOT a common clay modeling technique?

Accepted Answer

Weaving

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Pinching

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Coiling

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Extruding

Question 14

Which tool is used to make holes in clay?

Accepted Answer

Needle tool

Answer

Loop tool

Answer

Wooden stick

Answer

Sponge

Question 15

What type of clay is best for making delicate and detailed sculptures?

Accepted Answer

Porcelain

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Earthenware

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Paper clay

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Stoneware

Question 16

How can we prevent cracks from forming in clay sculptures?

Accepted Answer

Dry the clay slowly and evenly

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Add more water to the clay

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Dry the clay quickly in a warm place

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Keep the clay wet all the time

Question 17

What is the process called that hardens clay sculptures?

Accepted Answer

Firing

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Painting

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Glazing

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Drying

Question 18

What is the correct way to clean clay modeling tools?

Accepted Answer

Wash them with soap and water

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Dip them in water

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Put them in the dishwasher

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Wipe them with a cloth

Question 19

Which of these techniques is NOT used to shape clay?

Accepted Answer

Baking

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Pinching

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Rolling

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Smoothing

Question 20

What is the purpose of using a wire armature in clay modeling?

Accepted Answer

To create a strong base for the sculpture

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To add texture to the surface

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To make the clay easier to mold

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To prevent the sculpture from becoming too heavy

Question 21

What is the main reason for firing clay?

Accepted Answer

To harden the clay

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To remove moisture

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To create a glossy finish

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To make the clay waterproof

Question 22

What is the name of the technique used to attach two pieces of clay together?

Accepted Answer

Slip and score

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Smoothing

Answer

Pinching

Answer

Coiling

Question 23

What is the first step in creating a clay sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Preparing the clay

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Sketching a design

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Gathering materials

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Building the armature

Question 24

How can you keep your clay soft while you work with it?

Accepted Answer

Wrap it in plastic wrap

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Keep it in a box with a lid

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Put it in the fridge

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Leave it in the open air

Question 25

Which tool can you use to make shapes and smooth clay?

Accepted Answer

Modeling tool

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Knife

Answer

Wire brush

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Sandpaper

Question 26

What do we call it when we put liquid clay on the sides of clay pieces to stick them together?

Accepted Answer

Slip and score

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Cut and paste

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Join and stick

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Wet and dry

Question 27

Where is the best place to let a clay sculpture dry?

Accepted Answer

In a cool, dry place

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In the sun

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In a warm oven

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Hanging upside down

Question 28

What is it called when we heat clay in a special oven to make it hard?

Accepted Answer

Firing

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Molding

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Casting

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Glazing

Question 29

When joining two pieces of clay, why do we score and slip them?

Accepted Answer

To make the bond stronger

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To add decoration to the surface

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To prevent the clay from drying out

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To make the joint more flexible

Question 30

Which principle of 3D design can be used to draw attention to a specific part of a clay sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Emphasis

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Proportion

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Contrast

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Balance

Question 31

What is the first step in making a simple pinch pot?

Accepted Answer

Forming a ball of clay

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Pinching the clay into a cone shape

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Opening the center of the cone to create a hole

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Smoothing the edges of the pot

Question 32

What should you do if your clay sculpture develops cracks while you're shaping it?

Accepted Answer

Smooth the cracks with water.

Accepted Answer

Fill the cracks with additional clay.

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Discard the clay and start anew.

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Disregard the cracks and hope they vanish.

Question 33

When creating a clay sculpture, how can you ensure it remains upright?

Accepted Answer

Make the base of the sculpture broader than the top.

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Make the top of the sculpture significantly heavier than the bottom.

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Apply ample glue to keep the sculpture intact.

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Ensure the sculpture is completely symmetrical.

Question 34

Why is it important to wedge clay before modeling?

Accepted Answer

To remove air bubbles and make the clay more pliable

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To soften the clay and make it easier to shape

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To change the color of the clay

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To add texture to the clay

Question 35

Which tool is best for adding fine details to a clay sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Modeling tool

Answer

Sponge

Answer

Brush

Answer

Ruler

Question 36

What is the name for the framework that supports a clay sculpture during modeling?

Accepted Answer

Armature

Answer

Base

Answer

Mold

Answer

Kiln

Question 37

Which material is commonly used to create a mold for casting clay sculptures?

Accepted Answer

Plaster

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Cardboard

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Wood

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Fabric

Question 38

What is the liquid applied to clay before firing that gives it a shiny finish?

Accepted Answer

Glaze

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Slip

Answer

Engobe

Answer

Underglaze

Question 39

Which famous artist is known for their innovative use of clay in sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Henry Moore

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 40

Why is it important to add water to clay?

Accepted Answer

To soften it

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To harden it

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To make it stickier

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To make it shinier

Question 41

What are the air pockets inside clay called?

Accepted Answer

Voids

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Grog

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Slip

Answer

Glaze

Question 42

How should you dry a clay sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Slowly at room temperature

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In the oven

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In the sun

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With a hair dryer

Question 43

What is a kiln used for?

Accepted Answer

To harden the clay

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To add color to the clay

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To create a glossy finish

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To remove air bubbles from the clay

Question 44

Which of these is NOT a basic technique used in clay modeling?

Accepted Answer

Painting

Answer

Rolling

Answer

Pinching

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Stretching

Question 45

Why do we score and slip clay before joining two pieces together?

Accepted Answer

To improve the bond between the pieces

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To make the clay smoother

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To add texture to the clay

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To create a waterproof seal

Question 46

How is burnishing different from glazing clay?

Accepted Answer

Burnishing makes the clay shiny, while glazing adds a protective layer

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Glazing makes the clay shiny, while burnishing adds a protective layer

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Both burnishing and glazing add a protective layer

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Both burnishing and glazing make the clay shiny

Question 47

Which tool is used to make fine details on clay sculptures?

Accepted Answer

Modelling tool

Answer

Wire tool

Answer

Sponge

Answer

Brush

Question 48

How are pinch pots different from coil pots?

Accepted Answer

Pinch pots are made by pinching the clay, while coil pots are made by rolling the clay into coils

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Pinch pots are larger than coil pots

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Coil pots are more durable than pinch pots

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There is no difference

Question 49

Why do we score clay before joining two pieces together?

Accepted Answer

To create a stronger bond

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To make the surface rougher

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To add decoration

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To remove excess clay

Question 50

Which tool is used to cut and shape clay?

Accepted Answer

Modeling knife

Answer

Paintbrush

Answer

Sponge

Answer

Rolling pin

Question 51

What do we call a three-dimensional shape made from clay?

Accepted Answer

Sculpture

Answer

Painting

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Drawing

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Pottery

Question 52

Which of these is an example of a basic 3D shape?

Accepted Answer

Sphere

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Rectangle

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Triangle

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Line

Question 53

How should we store clay to prevent it from drying out?

Accepted Answer

In a sealed plastic bag

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In a cardboard box

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In a bucket of water

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In the refrigerator

Question 54

Which of these is NOT a basic clay modeling technique?

Accepted Answer

Painting

Answer

Pinching

Answer

Scoring and attaching (slipping)

Answer

Coiling

Question 55

What is the purpose of scoring and slipping when modeling with clay?

Accepted Answer

To attach pieces of clay together

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To create a smooth surface

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To make the clay stronger

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To add color to the clay

Question 56

What is a characteristic of modeling clay?

Accepted Answer

It is soft and pliable

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It can be air-dried

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It is waterproof

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It is only available in one color

Question 57

What does a kiln do in clay modeling?

Accepted Answer

Hardens the clay permanently

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Dries the clay quickly

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Makes the clay waterproof

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Changes the color of the clay

Question 58

What is most important to think about when modeling a clay sculpture?

Accepted Answer

The shape of the sculpture

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The size of the sculpture

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The texture of the sculpture

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The color of the sculpture

Question 59

What is the technique called to create a hollow form in clay?

Accepted Answer

Coiling

Answer

Pinching

Answer

Slab building

Answer

Extruding

Question 60

Which of the following is NOT a tool used in clay modeling?

Accepted Answer

Paintbrush

Answer

Rolling pin

Answer

Clay knife

Answer

Needle tool

Question 61

Which property of clay allows it to be easily molded and shaped?

Accepted Answer

Malleability

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Hardness

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Brittleness

Answer

Elasticity

Question 62

What is the purpose of slip in clay modeling?

Accepted Answer

To glue pieces of clay together

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To add color to clay

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To create a glossy finish

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To make clay harder

Question 63

What is a coil in clay modeling?

Accepted Answer

A long, thin piece of clay

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A flat, round piece of clay

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A triangular piece of clay

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A square piece of clay

Question 64

Which clay modeling technique involves pressing a pattern or texture onto clay?

Accepted Answer

Impressing

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Extrusion

Answer

Armature building

Answer

Slip trailing