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WorksheetsFloral Design TSFA Practice - 1
Total questions: 51
Worksheet time: 26mins
What is the primary purpose of using a floral preservative in flower arrangements?
To increase the fragrance of the flowers
To change the color of the flowers
To extend the vase life of cut flowers by lowering the water PH
To make the flowers look larger
Which design technique involves the placement of cut material in a parallel design in each group to create depth?
Waterfall Design
Stair Step Manner Design Placement
Cascade Design
Line Flowers Design
What is the role of line flowers in a floral arrangement?
To create a focal point with unusual shapes
To establish the skeleton outline height or width of an arrangement
To provide a base for lighter flowers
To add fragrance to the arrangement
What is the characteristic feature of mass flowers in floral designs?
They are used to create depth and texture
They are typically used as primary flowers to establish height
They are usually single stem with large rounded heads
They are used to emphasize asymmetry in designs
What is the function of the hydrating solution in the processing of flowers?
To enhance the color of the flowers
To prevent dehydration after flowers being dry packed
To increase the nutrient absorption
To reduce the fragrance of the flowers
The length of time fresh flowers will last in a vase
dry pack
balance
framing
vase life
The process when a plant converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen by the plant
Respiration
Transpiration
Photosynthesis
Evaporation
Plant process where water is lost from the leaves
Transpiration
Respiration
Photosynthesis
Evaporation
Process where the plant cells convert glucose into a form of energy that the plant can use
Respiration
Transpiration
Photosynthesis
Evaporation
The amount of light received on the plants surface
value
hue
light intensity
sunshine
This causes a flower to be unable to take up water
conditioning
processing
bent neck
photosynthesis
The tight positioning of flower clusters at the base of an arrangement
Pave
Framing
Pillowing
Balance
Firmly wrapping or tying similar materials together to form a larger individual unit.
Pillowing
Bundling
Dry pack
Filler
Design technique in which branches of foliage are used around the perimeter of the arrangement to direct attention to the center of the arrangement
Pillowing
Framing
Bent neck
Terracing and Layering
An airy type of flower which is used to complete the design.
Mass
Form
Line
Filler
The relationship between the completed arrangement and its location.
Proportion
Balance
Symmetry
Scale
The shipment of flowers out of water
Vase life
Dry pack
Floral preservative
Light intensity
Design techniques in which floral material are placed horizontally on top of each other.
Parallel
Terracing and layering
Vegetative
Waterfall
Cutting flower stems properly and providing proper treatment at any stage of the distribution process
Processing
Dry pack
Pillowing
Vegetative
This design style has little or no variation in the depth of the flowers
Vegetative
Terracing and layering
Framing
Pave
A feature of this style is the seasonal compatibility of the plant materials in the design
Vegetative
Pave
Parallel
Framing
The impression that the design is stable and self supporting
Proportion
Scale
Balance
Texture
Design that consists of clusters or groups of flowers and foliage that strengthens the element of line which moves the eye through the arrangement.
Parallel design
Vegetative
Pave
Terracing and Layering
Shorter stems of mass flowers provide color and focal point near the rim of the container
Pave
Vegetative
Waterfall
Interpretive
Florists must educate the customer in order to help them enjoy their flowers to the fullest extent.
Processing
Floral Preservative
Customer education
Hydrating solution
One of the main reasons to use this in an arrangement is to hide the mechanics of the arrangement.
Line flowers
Mass flowers
Foliage
Filler flowers
A combination of both man-made and natural materials in an unnatural manner to create new images.
Vegetative design
Waterfall design
Interpretive design
Parallel design
An asymmetrically balanced design of few materials usually placed in groups that emphasize forms and lines.
Symmetrical Arrangement
Pave design
Formal linear design
Round arrangement
A chemical consisting of a mixture of ingredients that when added to water extends the vase life of cut flowers by lowering the water pH.
Hydrating solution
Floral preservative
Water
Vinegar
Wiring technique in which the wire is inserted through the flower and a small hook is formed in the wire before it is pulled back into the flower.
Pierce method
Hairpin method
Hook method
Stitch method
Corsage wiring technique in which the wire is shaped into a hairpin
Pierce method
Hairpin method
Hook method
Straight wire method
A triangular arrangement with a strong L line
Round arrangement
Asymmetrical arrangement
Pave arrangement
Oval arrangement
The process in which cut flowers and foliage have been tested to extend their freshness.
Conditioning
Bundling
Photosynthesis
Evaporation
Supplies, methods and materials used to place and hold flowers in an arrangement
Floral cooler
Mechanics
Bundling
Processing
An arrangement that has more than one focal point
Interpretive design
Pave design
Round design
Abstract design
The placement of cut materials in a parallel design in each group in a stair step manner in order to create ______
Depth
Form
Width
Focal point
Varying height of flowers should be used in a ___________ arrangement
Pave
Corsage
Waterfall
Round
This prevents stem blockage, increases water uptake, maximize the freshness of the product and keeps the stem from sealing to the bottom of the container. The cut should be slanted
Re-cutting stems
Processing
Dry pack
Floral preservative
A #22 gauge wire is heavier than a
#28 gauge wire
#18 gauge wire
#20 gauge wire
#16 gauge wire
This design consists of several layers of materials, varying in size and texture to create a flowing effect.
Vegetative
Symmetrical triangle
Cascade
Focal point
The location within a design that attracts the most attention; the center of interest. In a corsage, the focal point is where the largest flower is placed
Focal point
Container
Line flower
Container
Removing lower foliage from stems, re-cutting stems and putting the flowers in water with floral preservative. Growers, Wholesalers and Retail Florists must process flowers.
Dry pack
Vase life
Processing
Floral preservative
A type of flower used to complete a design
Form
Line
Mass
Filler
Primary or line flowers used in a design to establish the outline of the arrangement
Form flowers
Mass flowers
Skeleton flowers
Filler flowers
Proper use of this is important in a well designed floral arrangement
Color
Vase life
Water
Floral preservative
Bridal Bouquets, Bridesmaids bouquets, corsages, centerpieces, boutonnieres, Pew markers, Unity candle
Wedding flowers
Casket sprays
Wreaths
Funeral arrangements
These arrangements do not require a focal point because they are viewed from all sides
Symmetrical triangle
Asymmetrical triangle
Round arrangement
Abstract arrangement
Triangular arrangements with all sides and angles the same length
Formal Symmetrical Equilateral triangle
Asymmetrical triangle
Round
Hogarth curve
How many years can a high school student take floral design?
1 semester
2 years
1 year
3 years
Corsage wiring technique in which a wire is inserted through the calyx and bent downward along the stem.
Hairpin method
Hook method
Pierce method
Stitch method
#24, #26, and #28 are common wire sizes for wiring flowers for
Corsages
Centerpieces
Bouquets
Pew markers
