Pottery
Porcelain Fundamentals
What is the primary material used for the creation of soft-paste porcelain, an earlier type of porcelain developed in Europe?
1. Kaolin
2. Bone ash
3. Feldspar
4. Gypsum
Answer
Bone ash
Bone ash was a primary component in the creation of soft-paste porcelain, an earlier type of porcelain developed in Europe.
Pottery Techniques
What is the primary purpose of a “batik” in pottery?
1. Adding color to the surface
2. Creating a resist for glazing
3. Supporting the kiln structure
4. Storing finished pottery
Answer
Creating a resist for glazing
Batik involves applying wax or other resist materials to create patterns, which can resist glaze during firing.
Pottery Terms
What is the term for the process of firing pottery twice, with a glaze application between firings?
1. Raku firing
2. Salt glazing
3. Single firing
4. Biscuit firing
Answer
Single firing
Single firing involves applying glaze to greenware and firing the pottery only once.
Pottery Types
Which type of pottery is known for its earthy tones, unglazed surfaces, and fired using a reduction atmosphere?
1. Salt glaze
2. Bizen ware
3. Raku ware
4. Earthenware
Answer
Bizen ware
Bizen ware is a Japanese pottery style known for its natural, unglazed appearance and firing in a reduction atmosphere.
Pottery History
Which Native American civilization is renowned for its black-on-black pottery with matte and polished surfaces?
1. Hopi
2. Navajo
3. Pueblo
4. Anasazi
Answer
Hopi
The Hopi people in the southwestern United States are known for their black-on-black pottery, featuring matte and polished surfaces.
Pottery Techniques
Which pottery technique involves using a paddle and anvil to shape and compress the walls of a vessel?
1. Pinching
2. Coiling
3. Throwing
4. Paddling
Answer
Paddling
Paddling is a technique where a paddle and anvil are used to shape and compress the walls of a vessel.
Pottery Terms
What is the term for the process of shaping clay by rolling it into long, cylindrical forms?
1. Coil building
2. Slab construction
3. Pinching
4. Extrusion
Answer
Extrusion
Extrusion involves shaping clay by forcing it through a die to create long, uniform forms.
Pottery Types
Which type of pottery is known for its translucent quality and is often used for fine tableware and decorative pieces?
1. Stoneware
2. Terra cotta
3. Raku
4. Porcelain
Answer
Porcelain
Porcelain is known for its translucent quality and is prized for its use in fine tableware and decorative items.
Porcelain Types
What is the name of the famous Japanese porcelain with blue hand-painted designs on a white background, often depicting scenes from nature?
1. Kutani ware
2. Imari ware
3. Arita ware
4. Kakiemon ware
Answer
Imari ware
Imari ware is a famous Japanese porcelain known for its blue hand-painted designs on a white background, often depicting nature scenes.
Pottery Types
Which type of pottery is fired at a lower temperature than stoneware but higher than earthenware?
1. Porcelain
2. Raku
3. Terra cotta
4. Earthenware
Answer
Raku
Raku pottery is typically fired at a lower temperature than stoneware, contributing to its distinctive appearance.
