Sculpture Techniques Learning Quizzes | Art and Design Year 11

Question 1

What is the purpose of armatures in sculpture?

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To provide support and structure

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To create detailed surfaces

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To define the shape of the sculpture

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To enhance the texture of the sculpture

Question 2

Which of the following is a characteristic of abstract sculpture?

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Emphasis on form and non-representational elements

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Representational of real objects

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Use of traditional materials

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Adherence to classical techniques

Question 3

What is the term used to describe the three-dimensional qualities of a sculpture?

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Volume

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Perspective

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Chiaroscuro

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Composition

Question 4

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

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The order in which the sculpture is created

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The type of materials used

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The use of power tools

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The size of the sculpture

Question 5

What is the purpose of using undercuts in sculpture?

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To create areas of shadow and depth

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To provide structural support

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To enhance the realism of the sculpture

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To make the sculpture easier to move

Question 6

Which sculpture technique involves building up a form by adding material?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 7

Which of the following materials is commonly used for carving in this unit?

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Wood

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Clay

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Metal

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Plaster

Question 8

What is the technique of creating a sculpture by pouring molten material into a mold called?

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Casting

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Welding

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Forging

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Assembling

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using modeling in sculpture?

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Durability and resistance to wear and tear

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Flexibility and ease of manipulation

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Ability to create intricate details

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Speed and efficiency in forming shapes

Question 10

What is the process of joining separate pieces of material to create a sculpture called?

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Assembling

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Welding

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Brazing

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Soldering

Question 11

Which of the following materials is NOT suitable for casting in this unit?

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Fabric

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Metal

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Ceramic

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Glass

Question 12

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

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Painting

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

Question 13

Which material is commonly used in the casting process?

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Bronze

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Clay

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Wood

Question 14

What is the process of creating a mold called?

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Molding

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Modeling

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Casting

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Carving

Question 15

What is the primary function of armature in sculpture?

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Support

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Texture creation

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Color addition

Question 16

Identify the subtractive sculpture technique used to remove material from a solid block.

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 17

Which material is primarily employed for modeling in sculpture?

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Clay

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Stone

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Wood

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Bronze

Question 18

Identify the carving tool specifically designed for creating intricate details in stone.

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Burin

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Mallet and chisel

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Gouge

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rasp

Question 19

What is the initial stage of the casting process known as?

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Molding

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Slip casting

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Centrifugal casting

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Lost-wax casting

Question 20

Which casting method involves rotating the mold at high speed to distribute molten metal evenly?

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Centrifugal casting

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Slip casting

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Investment casting

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Sand casting

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of annealing in metal sculpture?

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Softening the metal for easier manipulation

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Hardening the metal for durability

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Removing impurities from the metal

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Adding color to the metal surface

Question 22

Which material is commonly used in the lost-wax casting method for creating bronze sculptures?

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Bronze

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Stone

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Wood

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Plaster

Question 23

Which characteristic is distinctive to Baroque sculpture?

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Exaggerated movement and emotional intensity

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Naturalistic representation of human forms

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Emphasis on symmetry and geometric forms

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Minimalistic and abstract forms

Question 24

What term describes the illusion of depth and volume created by light and shadow on a sculpture's surface?

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Chiaroscuro

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Perspective

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Foreshortening

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Trompe l'oeil

Question 25

Which type of sculpture involves combining found objects to create a three-dimensional work?

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Assemblage

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Installation

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Kinetic

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Land

Question 26

What is the fundamental difference between direct and indirect carving in sculpture?

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Direct carving involves removing material from the sculpture, while indirect carving involves adding material to the sculpture

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Direct carving is done on a solid block of material, while indirect carving is done on a pre-formed shape

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Direct carving is done with hand tools, while indirect carving is done with power tools

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There is no difference between direct carving and indirect carving

Question 27

How do additive and subtractive sculpture techniques differ?

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Additive techniques add material, while subtractive techniques remove it.

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Additive techniques use molds, while subtractive techniques do not.

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Additive techniques are more complex than subtractive techniques.

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a subtractive sculpture technique?

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Assemblage

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

Question 29

Which of the following materials is most commonly used for casting using the lost wax method?

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Bronze

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Plaster

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Wood

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Clay

Question 30

Which of the following methods is NOT used in modeling?

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Casting

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Additive

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Subtractive

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Forming

Question 31

What is the term used to describe the process of removing material from a sculpture?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Molding

Question 32

Which of the following materials is typically used in lost-wax casting?

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Wax

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

Question 33

What is the primary purpose of using a mold in sculpture?

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Creating multiple identical copies

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Adding texture

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Reinforcing the structure

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Reducing weight

Question 34

Which of the following is a commonly used tool for carving wood?

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Gouge

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Chisel

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Saw

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Hammer

Question 35

What is the term used to describe the process of applying a protective finish to a sculpture?

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Varnishing

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Glazing

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Painting

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Patination

Question 36

Which sculpture technique involves chipping away at a solid block to create a three-dimensional shape?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT considered a fundamental sculpture technique?

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Drawing

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Carving

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Modeling

Question 38

What type of sculpture is created by shaping and molding a pliable material?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 39

Which tool is most commonly used to carve sculptures?

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Chisel

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Brush

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Mallet

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Wheel

Question 40

What process involves pouring liquid material into a mold to form a sculpture?

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Casting

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Brazing

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Welding

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Soldering

Question 41

What is the main reason for developing spatial awareness in sculpture?

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To understand and work with the three-dimensional nature of sculptures

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To create realistic proportions

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To add depth to a sculpture

Question 42

Which of the following skills is primarily developed through sculpture techniques?

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Developing fine motor skills

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Improving communication abilities

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Increasing language proficiency

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Enhancing analytical skills

Question 43

What is the primary distinction between carving and modeling?

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Carving involves removing material, while modeling involves adding or molding material

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Modeling is more suitable for creating large sculptures

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Carving is always more precise than modeling

Question 44

Which sculpting technique involves adding material to build up a form?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Assemblage

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Casting

Question 45

Carving a sculpture from a block of wood is an example of which artistic process?

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Subtractive

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Additive

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Molding

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Casting

Question 46

Which of these materials is NOT commonly used for modeling?

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Granite

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wax

Question 47

In casting, a mold is made from a model. What is poured into the mold to create the final sculpture?

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A liquid material that solidifies

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More of the original modeling material

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A hardening agent to preserve the mold

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Carving tools to shape the interior

Question 48

Which of these tools is LEAST likely to be used in carving?

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Palette knife

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Rasp

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Mallet

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Chisel

Question 49

To create a bronze sculpture using the casting method, what is the first step?

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Create a model in a different material

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Carve the sculpture directly from a block of bronze

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Weld pieces of bronze together to form the sculpture

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Melt the bronze and pour it directly into a mold

Question 50

Which sculpting technique is BEST suited for creating a large, outdoor sculpture with intricate details?

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Casting

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Assemblage

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Modeling

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Carving

Question 51

What is a maquette in sculpture?

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A small-scale model of a larger sculpture

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A mold for casting a sculpture

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A tool used for carving

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A detailed sketch of a sculpture

Question 52

What is an armature used for in sculpture?

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Supporting the framework of a sculpture

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A type of chisel used for carving

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A technique for joining pieces of clay

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A liquid used in casting

Question 53

Why might an artist choose to work with ice as a sculpting material?

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To explore themes of temporality and change

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For its ease of carving intricate details

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Because it is a highly durable material

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To create a permanent public monument