Art History
Who painted the Mona lisa
Leonardo Da Vinci
What does “photography” literally mean?
Writing with light
Which metal is considered non-ferrous?
Aluminum
Which type of clay matures at the lowest firing temperature
Earthenware
Which metal is most commonly used in traditional blacksmithing
Iron
Which Dutch artist cut off part of his ear
Vincent van Gogh
Which element primarily controls how much light enters the camera?
Aperture
Which property describes a metal’s ability to be hammered into thin sheets
Malleability
Which clay body is known for its strength and ability to withstand high firing temperatures
Stoneware
Which property allows hot metal to be shaped without cracking
Plasticity
Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo
What effect does a slow shutter speed typically create
Motion blur
Sterling silver is an alloy composed primarily of
Silver and copper
What mineral is primarily responsible for plasticity in clay
Kaolinite
Which personal protective equipment is most essential in blacksmithing
Safety glasses
Which female Mexican artist is known for self-portraits exploring identity and pain
Frida Kahlo
Which term describes adjusting the camera so whites appear neutral under different lighting conditions?
White balance
What tool is primarily used to cut metal sheet in jewelry making
Jeweler’s saw
The technique of rolling clay into long ropes is called
Coiling
Why should synthetic clothing be avoided when forging
It can melt and stick to skin
Who painted The Persistence of Memory (melting clocks)
Salvador Dalí
Who is credited with the first permanent photograph
Nicéphore Niépce
Which process permanently joins metal using a filler metal
Soldering
What step must occur before a ceramic piece can be glazed
Bisque firing
Blacksmiths were especially vital during which historical period
Middle Ages