History
What floral design era introduced Ikebana, emphasizing spiritual and linear forms?
A. Chinese
B. Japanese
C. Roman
D. Flemish
B. Japanese
What is the ideal storage temperature for most cut flowers?
A. 45 to 50°F (7 to 10°C)
B. 34 to 38°F (1 to 3°C)
C. 28 to 32°F (-2 to 0°C)
D. 55 to 60°F (13 to 16°C)
B. 34 to 38°F (1 to 3°C)
Which of the following is considered a mass flower?
A. Liatris
B. Snapdragon
C. Carnation
D. Tuberose
C. Carnation
Which arrangement is designed to sit on top of a casket?
A. Casket spray
B. Urn arrangement
C. Cross wreath
D. Easel spray
A. Casket spray
Which principle involves an area in the design that attracts the most attention?
A. Accent
B. Focal point
C. Opposition
D. Scale
B. Focal point
What floral design feature was introduced in the Greek era?
A. Ikebana
B. Professional florists
C. Floral foam
D. Cornucopia
D. Cornucopia
Out of the following list, which is the smallest diameter gauge of floral wire?
A. 28
B. 20
C. 26
D. 22
A. 28
Which of the following describes how the exact plant was created?
A. Mutation
B. Genus
C. Specific epithet
D. Scientific name
A. Mutation
What is the first step in planning a floral design?
A. Select and prepare materials
B. Set a budget
C. Examine purpose
D. Create the design
C. Examine purpose
Room size and décor must be considered in relation to which secondary principle of design?
A. Scale
B. Tension
C. Emphasis
D. Depth
A. Scale
The __________ era created large, tall, pyramidal and symmetrically balanced arrangements.
A. Renaissance
B. Victorian
C. Greek
D. Flemish
A. Renaissance
Which wiring method involves inserting wire into the base of the flower head?
A. Splint wiring
B. Insertion wiring
C. Clutch wiring
D. Hook wiring
A. Splint wiring
Which of the following flower types are used as primary flowers to establish the skeleton outline height or width of an arrangement?
A. Mass flowers
B. Line flowers
C. Foliage flowers
D. Filler flowers
B. Line
What design is characterized by an asymmetrical "C" shape?
A. Triangular
B. Round
C. Crecent
D. Linear
C. Crecent
What principle refers to the relationship in size and quantity among elements in a design?
A. Proportion
B. Emphasis
C. Harmony
D. Balance
A. Proportion
The __________ were the first to use water and containers to create floral arrangements.
A. Japanese
B. Americans
C. Chinese
D. Greeks
C. Chinese
Which item is designed to secure floral foam to the bottom of a vase?
A. Bullion wire
B. Foam knife
C. Anchor pin
D. Candel cup
C. Anchor pin
Ageratum is considered which of the following flower types?
A. Form
B. Mass
C. Line
D. Filler
D. Filler
What type of bouquet uses spiral or integrated stem placement?
A. Nosegay
B. Arm bouquet
C. Fan bouquet
D. Hand-tied bouquet
D. Hand-tied bouquet
Which of the following best describes tangible and intangible?
A. Contrast
B. Transition
C. Harmony
D. Repetition
C. Harmony
Which of the following occurred during the Greek period of floral art development?
A. Ikebana was widely used
B. The first commercial florist came into existence
C. Fan-shaped arrangements gained popularity
D. Geometric design was developed
B. The first commercial florist came into existence
What type of foam changes color when soaked to indicate water saturation?
A. Midnight foam
B. Clay foam
C. Anchor foam
D. Floral putty
A. Midnight foam
Which of the following would NOT increase ethylene production?
A. Preserved foliage
B. Smoke
C. Aging flowers
D. Ripening fruit
A. Preserved foliage
Which arrangement is often used in compact areas like desks or hospital rooms?
A. Crescent
B. Round
C. Bud vase
D. Freeform
C. Bud vase
Shelia is creating the centerpieces for a reception this weekend. Which of the following is the most important thing Shelia should keep in mind when creating centerpieces?
A. The number of bridesmaids
B. The groom’s tuxedo color
C. The height of the arrangements
D. The food to be served at the wedding
C. The height of the arrangements