Quiz 1 (7th Grade)

Where should you focus on pinching first on a pinch pot?

• The bottom of the pinch pot

• In the middle of the pinch pot

• At the top of the pinch pot

The rule of thumb in ceramics says…

• Clay should always be thicker than your thumb

• Clay should be never be thicker than your pinky and especially never as thick as your thumb

• Clay should never be thicker than your thumb and never thinner than your pinky

If you see cracking, what should you do?

• Dunk the clay project in water

• Use my finger to wipe water on the clay and blend away the cracks

• Let the cracking stay, it will create a cool effect

How do you create a taller vessel when pinching?

• Pinch with the project on the table

• Pinch in an outward motion

• Pinch in an upward motion

Which option is best to result with an even pinch pot?

• Pinching while the pot is on the table

• Pinching with only two fingers

• Rotating the pot while pinching

How do you create a wider vessel when pinching?

• Pinch with the project on the table

• Pinch in an outward motion

• Pinch in an upward motion

Which is NOT a reason for why must you take your time while creating a pinch pot?

• Gravity is working against pinch pot which can ruin the shape.

• Moving slowly will make the pinch pot stronger in the kiln.

• Moving too fast can create more cracks in the clay.