qtr 3 Ceramics Vocab

What is a defining feature of the buon fresco painting method?

• Applying paint to dry plaster

• Applying paint to wet plaster

• Using acrylic paints

• Finishing with a glossy coat

What is the primary purpose of wedging or kneading clay in pottery?

• To add color to the clay

• To remove air bubbles and ensure uniform consistency

• To dry the clay faster

• To make the clay more porous

Which of the following is a key step in the process of firing clay?

• Mixing the clay with water

• Heating the clay to a high temperature to harden it

• Painting the clay with acrylics

• Cooling the clay rapidly

What is the best method to fix broken greenware before firing?

• Using super glue

• Applying slip and scoring the edges

• Taping the pieces together

• Painting over the cracks

In art, what does the term "refractory" refer to?

• A type of paint

• A material's ability to withstand high temperatures

• A method of applying glaze

• A style of sculpture

What is the purpose of using a line of action in drawing?

• To add color to the drawing

• To create a sense of movement and direction

• To outline the background

• To measure proportions

Which of the following best describes a triadic color scheme?

• Colors that are next to each other on the color wheel

• Colors that form a triangle on the color wheel

• Colors that are directly opposite each other on the color wheel

• Colors that are all shades of the same hue

What is a split complementary color scheme?

• A color scheme using three colors equally spaced on the color wheel

• A color scheme using one base color and two adjacent tertiary colors

• A color scheme using one base color and two colors adjacent to its complement

• A color scheme using only primary colors