WorksheetsClay Safety Test
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is clay primarily made out of?
Lead
Silica
Acrylic
Sumie ink
What is another term for clay paint?
Acrylic
Sumie ink
Glazes
Lead
Which of the following is true about toxic glazes?
Made out of acrylic
Made out of lead
Made out of silica
Made out of sumie ink
Why is it important to inform the teacher if you plan to eat or drink from your artwork?
To ensure the artwork is colorful
To ensure the glaze is non-toxic
To ensure the artwork is durable
To ensure the artwork is lightweight
What other diseases can you get from clay?
Coal miner’s disease
Lung cancer
Silicosis
Asthma
What type of mask is recommended to prevent lung diseases?
Surgical mask
Cloth mask
N95 mask
Bandana
What percentage of your grade is cleaning worth according to the document?
10%
20%
30%
40%
What should you do with leftover clay on the table?
Leave it to dry
Squeegee it off into the bucket
Throw it on the floor
Cover it with a cloth
What should you use to wipe down your table?
A paper towel
A regular cloth
A microfiber cloth
A sponge
Where should you throw the wet clay pieces after mopping?
In the sink
In the trash can
In the recycling bin
On the floor
What should you do with the table bucket after cleaning?
Leave it on the table
Dump it into the sink
Fill it with water
Put it in the cupboard
What is a kiln used for in ceramics?
It is a type of paint
It is a type of clay
It is an oven
It is a glaze
How hot can kilns reach?
500 degrees
1,000 degrees
2,000 degrees
3,000 degrees
Why is it important to avoid entering the kiln room without protective gear?
The kiln room is very cold
The kiln room is very dark
Kilns are very hot and can be dangerous
Kilns are very noisy
Where should completed paperwork be placed?
In the ceramics cubby
On the kiln shelf under Period 5/7
In the yellow (Period 5)/dark green (Period 7) tray closest to the door
On the teacher's desk
Where does clay work that needs to be fired go?
In the ceramics cubby
On the kiln shelf under Period 5/7
In the yellow (Period 5)/dark green (Period 7) tray closest to the door
In the storage room
Where should clay work that is currently being worked on be placed?
In the ceramics cubby
On the kiln shelf under Period 5/7
In the yellow (Period 5)/dark green (Period 7) tray closest to the door
In the hallway
What is the first step a Mopper should take according to the job description?
Mop the floor
Get the mop and fill the bucket with water
Pickup with a towel any wet clay
Wash out the bucket in the sink
What should a Sponge do after grabbing the squeegee bucket?
Mop the floor
Wipe down the area with a wet sponge
Squeegee off any bits of clay into the bucket
Fill the bucket with water
What is the final task for the Tool (2) job?
Fill it up with water
Put all the tools back on the shelf in the table area
Wipe off all the clay
Hang it to dry on clothes line
What is the purpose of the Squeegee (1) job?
To mop the floor
To help a classmate wipe down the table with a microfiber
To fill the bucket with water
To grab the squeegee bucket
Which of the following is a method to prevent clay pieces from exploding?
Put glaze on the bottom
Ensure the clay is dry/leather hard
Make the clay more than 1 inch thick
Use wet clay
What is the maximum thickness clay should be to avoid explosion?
1 inch
1/2 inch
2 inches
3/4 inch
Why should glaze not be applied to the bottom of clay pieces?
It makes the clay too heavy
It causes the clay to stick to the shelf
It prevents the clay from drying
It changes the color of the clay
What is one method to keep clay pieces wet?
Spray it with a spray bottle
Leave it in the sun
Place it in a refrigerator
Cover it with a towel
What additional step can be taken after spraying clay pieces to keep them wet?
Put a plastic bag over it
Place it under a fan
Heat it in an oven
Leave it uncovered
