5th Grade The Pot That Juan Built & Vocab Test U3 L2

Front

How did Juan get started making pottery?

Back

He found pieces of broken pottery near his home.

Front

What inspired Juan to create pottery?

Back

The potsherds inspired Juan to create something similar.

Front

What happens right before the pots are painted?

Back

The pots are polished.

Front

What is the 'tortilla' in the story?

Back

A flat piece of clay that is the bottom of the pot.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a way Juan helped the people of Mata Ortiz?

Back

He taught them how to be good farmers.

Front

What ancient civilization influenced Juan's pottery making?

Back

The Casas Grandes civilization.

Front

What material did Juan use to make his pots?

Back

Clay.

Front

What is the significance of the potsherds Juan found?

Back

They inspired him to rediscover pottery-making.

Front

What is one benefit of pottery-making for the villagers?

Back

They can stay near their families and work.

Front

What is the process of preparing clay for pottery?

Back

Mixing clay with water.