Sculpture for Middle School: Explore Techniques and Unleash Creativity

Question 1

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of sculpture?

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A three-dimensional form

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Depiction of movement

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Rendered in only one material

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Exclusive to abstract representations

Question 2

Clay is primarily used in which type of sculpture?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Fabrication

Question 3

Which of the following factors is NOT considered when selecting materials for sculpture?

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Social impact

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Durability

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Cost

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Accessibility

Question 4

The use of everyday objects in sculpture is associated with which movement?

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Dada

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Renaissance

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Baroque

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Impressionism

Question 5

Which of the following is a crucial element of composition in sculpture?

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Balance

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Perspective

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Depth of field

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Color contrast

Question 6

The term 'patina' primarily refers to:

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A protective layer on metal sculptures

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A type of paint used in art

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A type of marble used in carving

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A specific technique for molding clay

Question 7

Which of the following tools is commonly used in fabricating metal sculptures?

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Forge

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Chisel

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Brush

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Palette knife

Question 8

Which of the following sculptures is renowned for its detailed craftsmanship and realistic depiction?

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David by Michelangelo

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Venus de Milo by Alexandros of Antioch

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The Thinker by Auguste Rodin

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Guernica by Pablo Picasso

Question 9

Which of the following is a characteristic of Baroque sculpture?

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Exaggerated movement and emotions

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Realistic and naturalistic depiction

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Simple and geometric forms

Question 10

What process involves shaping clay using a mold?

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Slip casting

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Casting

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Carving

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Modeling

Question 11

Which famous sculpture is made of bronze?

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The Thinker

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Venus de Milo

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David

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Winged Victory of Samothrace

Question 12

What technique involves creating a sculpture by assembling found objects?

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Assemblage

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Collage

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Installation

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Mixed media

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of an environmental sculpture?

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Spiral Jetty

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Guernica

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The Kiss

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The Discobolus

Question 14

What is the purpose of a maquette?

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Creating a small-scale model of a sculpture

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Casting a metal sculpture

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Carving a marble sculpture

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Assembling found objects

Question 15

What technique is used to achieve a smooth surface on a clay sculpture?

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Burnishing

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Glazing

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Sanding

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Carving

Question 16

What is the term for a sculpture made from a single piece of material?

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Monolithic

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Relief

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Assemblage

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Kinetic

Question 17

Which of these is a characteristic of a relief sculpture?

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Attached to a background

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Three-dimensional figures

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Full depth of a round sculpture

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Freestanding

Question 18

What is the main purpose of an armature in sculpture?

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To support the sculpture

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To create a mold

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To add texture

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To provide detail

Question 19

Which of these describes a characteristic of abstract sculpture?

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Emphasizes form and shape

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Depicts recognizable figures

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Uses realistic materials

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Has a clear narrative

Question 20

What do you call the process of adding layers of material to build a sculpture?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Assembling

Question 21

What is the process of creating a sculpture by shaping and removing material from a solid block called?

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Carving

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Casting

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Molding

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Modeling

Question 22

Which characteristic describes abstract sculptures?

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Convey emotions and ideas

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Portray realistic objects

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Represent familiar forms

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Have a specific narrative

Question 23

Who is the renowned Renaissance sculptor who created the famous David sculpture?

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Michelangelo

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Raphael

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Donatello

Question 24

What differentiates additive sculpture from subtractive sculpture?

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Additive involves adding material, subtractive involves removing it

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Subtractive involves adding material, additive involves removing it

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Both involve adding and removing material

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They are the same technique

Question 25

Which term describes a sculpture designed to be viewed from all sides?

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Freestanding

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Bas-relief

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High relief

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Kinetic

Question 26

Which is NOT a purpose of public sculpture?

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Marketing commercial products

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Remembering important events

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Enhancing public spaces

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Encouraging social change

Question 27

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

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Molding

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Casting

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Carving

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Assemblage

Question 28

Which shape is NOT a basic form used in sculpture?

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Triangle

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Cube

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Cylinder

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Sphere

Question 29

Which material is NOT typically used in sculpture?

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Fabric

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Clay

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Wood

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Metal

Question 30

What is an armature used for in sculpture?

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To hold up the sculpture

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To shape the sculpture

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To add texture to the sculpture

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To protect the sculpture

Question 31

Which sculptor is known for abstract and geometric sculptures?

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Henry Moore

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Michelangelo

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Pablo Picasso

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 32

Which type of sculpture is created by pouring liquid material into a mold?

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Casting

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Carving

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Modeling

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Assembling

Question 33

What is the name for the process of making a sculpture from clay?

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Modeling

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Carving

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Casting

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Assembling

Question 34

Which of the following is an example of a three-dimensional sculpture?

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Statue

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Painting

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Drawing

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Photograph

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a common sculpture technique?

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Painting

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Carving

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Modeling

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Assemblage

Question 36

What material is commonly used for casting sculptures?

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Bronze

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Clay

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Plaster

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Wood

Question 37

Which of the following is considered a three-dimensional form in sculpture?

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Sculpture in the round

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Relief

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Mobile

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Kinetic sculpture

Question 38

What is the purpose of an armature in sculpture?

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To provide a framework for the sculpture

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To add color to the sculpture

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To smooth out the surface of the sculpture

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To create texture on the sculpture

Question 39

Which of the following is a famous example of a relief sculpture?

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The Parthenon Frieze

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The Statue of David

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The Thinker

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The Venus de Milo

Question 40

What type of sculpture is characterized by movement?

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Kinetic sculpture

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Static sculpture

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Relief sculpture

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Monumental sculpture

Question 41

Which of the following tools is commonly used for carving sculptures?

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Chisel

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Brush

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Palette knife

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Sponge

Question 42

What is the term for the process of enlarging or reducing a sculpture?

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Scaling

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Proportioning

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Modeling

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Casting

Question 43

Which of the following is an example of a natural form in sculpture?

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A plant

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A human figure

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A geometric shape

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A building

Question 44

What is the main function of a pedestal in sculpture?

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To hold the sculpture upright

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To decorate the sculpture

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To provide a contrast to the sculpture

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To protect the sculpture from damage

Question 45

How does using different materials and textures in a sculpture make it more visually interesting?

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It creates contrast and tension.

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It increases durability.

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It lowers production costs.

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It makes it more realistic.

Question 46

Which of these materials is usually NOT used for making sculptures?

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Glass

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Clay

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Wood

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Bronze

Question 47

What is the main difference between a relief sculpture and a freestanding sculpture?

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A relief sculpture sticks out from a flat surface, while a freestanding sculpture stands on its own.

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A relief sculpture is small, while a freestanding sculpture is large.

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A relief sculpture is made of wood, while a freestanding sculpture is made of metal.

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A relief sculpture has only one side you can see, while a freestanding sculpture has many sides.

Question 48

Which sculpting technique builds up a form by adding material?

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Additive

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Assemblage

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Subtractive

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Casting

Question 49

If you're using a hammer and chisel to shape a sculpture, what sculpting technique are you using?

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Subtractive

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Casting

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Additive

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Assemblage

Question 50

What is the process called where molten metal is poured into a mold to make a sculpture?

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Casting

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Modeling

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Assemblage

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Carving

Question 51

What term describes how the parts of a sculpture are arranged to make it interesting and balanced?

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Composition

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Scale

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Texture

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Form

Question 52

What is the term for the feeling or emotion that a sculpture gives you?

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Mood

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Scale

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Form

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Texture

Question 53

A sculpture made from lots of different things like old metal, plastic bottles, and fabric is an example of which technique?

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Assemblage

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Modeling

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Casting

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Carving

Question 54

Which famous artist created the amazing statue of David?

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Michelangelo

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Donatello

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Raphael