Printmaking Safety Quiz

We use this tool to carve our linoleum. What is this tool called?

• Scooper
• Gouge
• Knife
• Brayer

True or false, this the correct way to use a gouge?

(ignore the lack of bench hook)

• True
• False

Why or why not is this the correct way to hold a gouge?

True or false, this the correct way to use a gouge

• True
• False

Why or why not is that the correct way to hold a gouge?

Which of the following is true when it comes to holding and using a gouge

• A firm grip close the the point of the tool
• My block placed onto the bench-hook
• A loose grip towards the back of the tool
• A hand in front of where I am carving

When using a gouge, what direction should you always cut?

• Away from yourself
• Towards yourself
• To the side of you
• Away from yourself and NOT to the side of you

Should you be concentrated and slow with your carving or should you go quickly?

• Concentrated and SLOW!
• Quick and Crazy!

If you are supposed to be concentrated while carving, to prevent accidents; should you or should you not be watching videos or shows on your phone?

• I can watch videos on my phone and carve at the same time
• I should not watch videos on my phone and carve at the same time

This tool helps hold our lino blocks in place. What is this tool called?

• Tablet stand
• Linoleum holder
• Table
• Bench-Hook