POLYSTYRENE ART

POLYSTYRENE ART

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video introduces artists Derek Howarth and Richard Longman, who are using expanded polystyrene as a new medium for their sculptures and designs. This material is versatile, lightweight, and easy to manipulate, making it ideal for various artistic applications. The manufacturing process involves expanding raw polystyrene beads with steam. The material is used in stage sets, exhibitions, and statues, exemplified by a 16-foot horse sculpture for Derby Day.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two artists mentioned in the video that are exploring a new medium?

Derek Howarth and Richard Longman

John Smith and Jane Doe

Michael Angelo and Leonardo Da Vinci

Pablo Picasso and Vincent Van Gogh

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key benefits of using expanded polystyrene for artists?

It is extremely lightweight

It is very expensive

It is extremely heavy

It is difficult to paint

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial form of expanded polystyrene before it is processed?

Powder

Solid blocks

Raw polystyrene beads

Liquid resin

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a property of expanded polystyrene?

It doesn't rot

It can be cut with a hot wire

It can be dissolved by organic solvents

It rusts easily

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For what event was a 16-foot horse sculpture made using expanded polystyrene?

A film premiere

Derby Day

A music festival

A wedding ceremony