Ceramics Terms and Procedures

What are the two general types of clay bodies mentioned in the text?

• Soft and hard clay bodies

• Low and high fire clay bodies

• Wet and dry clay bodies

• Light and dark clay bodies

What color does greenware clay turn when it is fire-ready?

• Dark gray

• Black

• Light gray

• White

What is the term used for clay that is almost ready to be fired?

• Bisque

• Leather hard

• Greenware

• Cheese state

What is the process of wedging clay essentially doing?

• A. Adding moisture to the clay.

• B. Folding the clay over on itself.

• C. Drying the clay.

• D. Coloring the clay.

What is the primary function of the pug mill?

• To dry the clay

• To recycle used clay

• To store finished projects

• To mix different types of clay

Where should extra clay be placed?

• In the black bins

• In the tan bins next to the pug mill

• In the blue bins

• In the green bins

What should be tied back when operating the pug mill?

• Loose clothing, hair, and jewelry

• Shoes and socks

• Gloves and hats

• Aprons and belts

What should you never do when the pug mill is plugged in?

• Add water to the clay

• Put your hands in the shoot

• Wear loose clothing

• Turn off the machine

What should the Wheel Vat contain during the throwing process?

• A) Water and sponge

• B) Extra clay that falls off

• C) All tools

• D) Dry tools

Which bucket is used during the throwing process to catch extra clay?

• A) Water bucket

• B) Tool bucket

• C) Wheel Vat

• D) Clay bucket