Fall Ceramics

What is the first step in clay preparation?

• Fire the clay in a kiln

• Gather materials and tools

• Shape the clay

• Wedge your clay

Which hand-building technique involves rolling out clay into thin sheets?

• slab building

• pinch pottery

• coil building

• wheel throwing

What is the process of applying a glass-like coating to ceramics called?

• varnishing

• glazing

• lacquering

• enameling

Which tool is used to shape and smooth clay?

• screwdriver

• clay tool

• paintbrush

• hammer

What is the purpose of wedging clay?

• The purpose of wedging clay is to add air bubbles and create an inconsistent consistency.

• The purpose of wedging clay is to remove air bubbles and ensure uniform consistency.

• The purpose of wedging clay is to remove water and make it dry.

• The purpose of wedging clay is to mix different colors and create a marbled effect.

Which hand-building technique involves creating a form by joining rolled coils of clay?

• coil building

• wheel throwing

• pinch building

• slab building

What is the final step in the ceramic firing process?

• Heating

• Polishing

• Glazing

• Cooling

Which tool is used to trim excess clay from the base of a ceramic piece?

• excess remover

• trimming tool

• base trimmer

• clay cutter

What is the term for the process of heating clay to a high temperature to harden it?

• freezing

• baking

• firing

• melting

Which hand-building technique involves shaping clay by pinching it with fingers?

• slab building

• throwing

• pinching

• coiling