Clay Skills

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This form of clay acts as a "glue" to connect pieces of pottery together while handbuilding.

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Slip

Answer explanation

Slip is a liquid mixture of clay and water that acts as a bonding agent to connect pieces of pottery during handbuilding. It effectively 'glues' the clay parts together, making it the correct choice.

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This refers to a method of joining two pieces of clay together. Options: A. Hand Building, B. Wax Resist, C. Score and Slip, D. Glue and Paste

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Score and Slip

Answer explanation

The correct method for joining two pieces of clay is 'Score and Slip'. This technique involves scoring the surfaces to be joined and applying slip (a mixture of clay and water) to create a strong bond.

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This is a method of handbuilding in which the clay is shaped by manipulating it between your fingers or the palms of your hands.

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Pinching

Answer explanation

The method described is 'Pinching', where clay is shaped by using fingers or palms. This distinguishes it from other methods like Slab or Coil Construction, which involve different techniques.

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The term for ceramic ware that has not yet been fired.

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Greenware

Answer explanation

The correct term for ceramic ware that has not yet been fired is 'Greenware'. This refers to the unfired clay that is still in its workable state, unlike 'Bisque ware', which has been fired once.

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This is the process of heating the pottery to a specific temperature to change the clay or surface.

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Firing

Answer explanation

The correct answer is C. Firing, which refers to the process of heating pottery to a specific temperature to harden the clay and alter its surface properties. Roasting, baking, and cooking do not apply to pottery.

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What is the clay building process that involves rolling out a flat piece of clay?

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Slab Construction

Answer explanation

The clay building process that involves rolling out a flat piece of clay is called Slab Construction. This technique allows artists to create flat shapes that can be joined together to form various structures.

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The process of kneading clay to remove air bubbles is called.....

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Wedging

Answer explanation

The process of kneading clay to remove air bubbles is known as wedging. This technique helps to ensure the clay is uniform and free of air pockets, which is essential for successful pottery making.

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The "oven" that clay is "baked" in is called a ....

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Kiln

Answer explanation

The correct answer is C. Kiln, which is specifically designed for baking clay and ceramics at high temperatures. A cooker, furnace, or burner do not serve this specific purpose.

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What happens if pottery is fired while not completely dry?

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It will explode.

Answer explanation

If pottery is fired while not completely dry, the moisture inside can turn to steam and cause the pottery to explode. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

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Why is it a bad idea to add clay to pottery without scoring and slipping?

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It will come off when it dries.

Answer explanation

Adding clay without scoring and slipping prevents proper adhesion. As the clay dries, the lack of a strong bond means the added piece will likely come off, making option A the correct choice.