floriculture test 2

In traditional arrangements, materials with higher visual weight are used lower in the arrangement to create stable effect; they are sunken a little further into the arrangement for depth. Identify the significant principles of design that are related to balance:

• Stability & depth

• Size & shape

• Lighting & distance

• Color & tone

The characteristics of a formal arrangement include all but one of the following. Identify the characteristic which is NOT normally associated with a formal arrangement.

• Textures are smooth, shiny or velvety

• Flowers used include roses, orchids and carnations

• Arrangement is usually symmetrically balanced

• Arrangement may be placed off-center

The Alstroemeria is most closely related to the following plant:

• Abutilon

• Daffodil

• Easter lily

• Chrysanthemum

Air layered plant are removed from the parent plant:

• When the plants are sold

• Immediately after layering

• When the roots are four to six inches long

• As soon as the roots are visible

The blending of all components of a design is known as?

• Transition

• Harmony

• Unity

• Progression

Which of the following is a true statement?

• The lower the number, the thinner the wire and narrower the ribbon.

• The lower the number, the thinner the wire and wider the ribbon.

• The lower the number, the thicker the wire and narrower the ribbon.

• The lower the number, the thicker the wire and wider the ribbon.

Certain plants are quite suitable for use in terrariums. Which, if any, of the following are suitable for this use?

• Creeping fig

• Both of these

• Needlepoint ivy

• None of these

The florist's chrysanthemum is a _____.

• All of these

• Short day plant

• Complex hybrid

• Composite inflorescence

An example of a mass flower is:

• Liatris

• Snapdragon

• Rose

• Larkspur

This design is the easiest for a beginner because it does not require a focal point.

• Round

• Cascade

• Symmetrical

• Asymmetrical