Ceramics and Clay Knowledge Quiz

What is a three-dimensional art form created by shaping materials like clay, stone, or metal?

• Pottery

• Sculpture

• Slip

• Kiln

Which term describes a natural, earthy material that can be molded when wet and hardens when dried or fired?

• Leather Hard

• Plastic

• Clay

• Greenware

What are objects made of clay that are shaped and then fired, often used for functional or decorative purposes?

• Sculpture

• Slab

• Pottery

• Coil

What is the stage of clay where it’s soft, moldable, and workable?

• Bone Dry

• Plastic

• Leather Hard

• Slip

Which term refers to a stage in clay drying where it's firm but still has some moisture, allowing for carving or adding details?

• Leather Hard

• Bone Dry

• Greenware

• Score

What is the stage when clay is completely air-dried and ready for firing, being very fragile with no moisture left?

• Slip

• Bone Dry

• Wedging

• Pinch Pot

What is a flat, rolled-out piece of clay used to build shapes or structures?

• Coil

• Slab

• Foot

• Score

What is a liquid mixture of clay and water used for joining pieces of clay together or for decorating?

• Slip

• Kiln

• Wedging

• Pinch Pot

What is the process of scratching the surface of clay to create a rough texture that helps join two pieces together?

• Wedging

• Scoring

• Pinching

• Coiling

What is the process of kneading clay to remove air bubbles and create a uniform texture?

• Wedging

• Scoring

• Slabbing

• Coiling