Sculpture: An Introduction to the Art of Shaping Forms

Question 1

What type of material is commonly used in modeling?

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Clay

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Stone

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Metal

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Wood

Question 2

What is the purpose of a mold in casting?

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To create a negative form of the sculpture

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To provide support for the sculpture

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To add texture to the sculpture

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To color the sculpture

Question 3

Which of the following is a characteristic of abstract sculpture?

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Non-representational

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Realistic

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Symbolic

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Functional

Question 4

Which of the following artists is known for their abstract sculptures made from recycled materials?

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Claes Oldenburg

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Pablo Picasso

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Alberto Giacometti

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Anish Kapoor

Question 5

What is the main difference between additive and subtractive sculpture techniques?

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Additive techniques add material to the sculpture, while subtractive techniques remove material.

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Additive techniques are used for soft materials, while subtractive techniques are used for hard materials.

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Additive techniques are more difficult than subtractive techniques.

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There is no difference between additive and subtractive sculpture techniques.

Question 6

What is the term for a three-dimensional sculpture that projects from a surface?

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Relief

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Bust

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Statue

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Mobile

Question 7

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

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Painting

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

Question 8

In the lost-wax casting process, what type of material is primarily used to create the original model?

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Clay

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Bronze

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Wood

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Stone

Question 9

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

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To provide support and structure

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To create the final surface texture

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To cast the sculpture in a mold

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To add color and detail

Question 10

Who is credited with creating the iconic Renaissance sculpture, "Pieta"?

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Michelangelo

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

Question 11

Which art historical period is known for its emphasis on realistic and detailed sculptures?

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Renaissance

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Gothic

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Neoclassicism

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Impressionism

Question 12

Which type of material is typically used for carving sculptures?

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Stone

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Wood

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Metal

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Plastic

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of casting in sculpture?

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To create multiple copies of a sculpture

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To add texture to a sculpture

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To strengthen a sculpture

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To make a sculpture more durable

Question 14

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the choice of materials for a sculpture?

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Artist's emotional connection

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Availability

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Cost

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Durability

Question 15

Which of the following is a characteristic of abstract sculpture?

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Emphasizes geometric shapes and lines

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Depicts recognizable objects

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Follows realistic proportions

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Has a clear narrative theme

Question 16

What is the term for a small-scale model of a sculpture?

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Maquette

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Prototype

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Study

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Sketch

Question 17

Which among these is NOT a recognized technique in sculpting?

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Painting

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

Question 18

What process involves shaping a material by removing excess material?

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Carving

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Modeling

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 19

Which material is commonly employed for modeling in sculpture?

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Clay

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Wood

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Stone

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Metal

Question 20

What process involves creating a mold of an object for subsequent reproduction?

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Casting

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Modeling

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Carving

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Assemblage

Question 21

What characteristic distinguishes abstract sculpture?

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Non-representational forms

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Realistic representation of forms

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Exclusive use of natural materials

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Consistently small physical dimensions

Question 22

Which term refers to a sculpture that can be viewed from multiple angles as it stands by itself?

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Round

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Relief

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Bust

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Torso

Question 23

What term classifies a sculpture that extends from and is attached to a surface?

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Relief

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Bust

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Torso

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Round

Question 24

Which of these sculpting techniques involves removing material 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 the lost-wax casting process, which material is used to create the initial model?

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Wax

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Clay

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Plaster

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Stone

Question 26

Which material is commonly used for direct carving?

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Wood

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Metal

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Ceramic

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Plastic

Question 27

The primary tool for carving stone is the:

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Chisel

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Hammer

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Drill

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Saw

Question 28

Kinetic sculptures:

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Incorporate movement

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Are typically static

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Are always abstract

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Are made only of metal

Question 29

Which of these is NOT a component of the creative process in sculpture?

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Competition

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Concept

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Materials

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Technique

Question 30

A sculpture that can be viewed from all sides is called a:

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Sculpture in the round

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Relief

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Installation

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Kinetic sculpture

Question 31

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with clay used in sculpting?

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Durability

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Flexibility

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Moldability

Question 32

What is the process of creating a sculpture from a mold called?

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Casting

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Carving

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Welding

Question 33

Which of the following sculptors is known for their monumental abstract bronze sculptures?

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Henry Moore

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Auguste Rodin

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Alberto Giacometti

Question 34

What is the purpose of a maquette in sculpture?

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To rough out the design and visualize it in 3D

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To finalize the proportions

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To present to patrons

Question 35

Which material is commonly used in digital and interactive contemporary sculptures?

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Computer code

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Clay

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Bronze

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Marble

Question 36

Which of the following techniques is NOT commonly used in sculpture?

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Painting

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

Question 37

What material is frequently used for modeling in sculpture?

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Clay

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Wood

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Metal

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Stone

Question 38

Which sculpture technique involves removing 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 39

What is the process called when molten material is poured into a mold to create a sculpture?

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Casting

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Modeling

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Carving

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Welding

Question 40

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

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Non-representational forms

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Realistic representation of forms

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Emphasis on color and texture

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Use of found objects

Question 41

What is the term for the base or pedestal on which a sculpture is often placed?

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Plinthe

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Frame

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Canvas

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Pediment

Question 42

Which of the following is an iconic example of a carved sculpture?

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David by Michelangelo

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Venus de Milo

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The Thinker by Rodin

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Nighthawks by Edward Hopper

Question 43

What purpose does a maquette serve in sculpture?

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A small-scale model used to plan a larger work

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A finished work of art in itself

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A tool for carving stone

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A type of sculpture made from paper

Question 44

Which contemporary sculpture technique involves combining found objects?

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Assemblage

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Collage

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Installation

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Performance art

Question 45

Why is scale essential in sculpture?

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It influences the viewer's perception and interpretation

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It determines the cost of the sculpture

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It has no impact on the sculpture's meaning

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It only affects large sculptures

Question 46

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

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Painting

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Modeling

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Carving

Question 47

When carving a sculpture, which handheld tool is used to remove large amounts of material?

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Gouge

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Chisel

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Burin

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Scraper

Question 48

Which type of sculpture involves building up layers of a pliable material, like clay or wax, to create a form?

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Modeling

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Casting

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Carving

Question 49

What is the process called when a molten liquid, often metal, is poured into a mold to create a sculpture?

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Casting

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Carving

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Modeling

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Assemblage

Question 50

Which material is commonly used in clay modeling?

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Terracotta

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Wood

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Bronze

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Marble

Question 51

What is the term for a sculpture that is created by joining together different materials or objects?

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Assemblage

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Relief

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Modeling

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Carving

Question 52

Which sculptor is known for their abstract and geometric sculptures?

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Henry Moore

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Auguste Rodin

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Salvador Dalí

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Michelangelo

Question 53

What is the term for a sculpture that is carved or modeled on a flat surface, such as a wall or panel?

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Relief

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Kinetic sculpture

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Assemblage

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Sculpture in the round

Question 54

Which characteristic distinguishes kinetic sculpture?

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It is designed to move

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It is made of traditional materials

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It is always abstract

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It is static and unmoving

Question 55

What is the purpose of a maquette in sculpture?

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A small-scale model used for planning and visualizing the final artwork

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A protective coating applied to the finished sculpture

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A tool for carving or shaping the sculpture

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A finished artwork ready for display