Ceramics & Pottery MCQs [Fine Arts]

1. What is the primary material used in ceramics and pottery?
(A) Metal
(B) Plastic
(C) Clay
(D) Wood

2. What is the process of firing clay at high temperatures to harden it called?
(A) Molding
(B) Glazing
(C) Kiln firing
(D) Sculpting

3. What type of kiln is commonly used in pottery for firing ceramics?
(A) Electric kiln
(B) Solar kiln
(C) Gas kiln
(D) Both A and C

4. Which of the following is the most common glaze used in pottery?
(A) Lead glaze
(B) Salt glaze
(C) Transparent glaze
(D) Copper glaze

5. What does the term “bisque firing” refer to in ceramics?
(A) The first firing of unglazed pottery
(B) Firing the pottery with a glaze
(C) Firing the clay to a low temperature
(D) The final polish of the pottery

6. What is the function of glaze in pottery?
(A) To add texture to the clay
(B) To make the pottery waterproof and add a shiny finish
(C) To mold the pottery
(D) To color the clay

7. What is the process of applying a glaze to pottery before firing?
(A) Slip decoration
(B) Burnishing
(C) Dipping or brushing
(D) Paddling

8. What type of clay is known for its white color and is used for making fine porcelain?
(A) Earthenware
(B) Stoneware
(C) Kaolin
(D) Fire clay

9. Which firing technique involves using wood to fire the kiln, often creating unique surface textures and color variations?
(A) Raku firing
(B) Wood firing
(C) Pit firing
(D) Salt firing

10. What is the term for clay that has been shaped but not yet fired?
(A) Bisque
(B) Greenware
(C) Stoneware
(D) Raw clay