Unit 4 Review

A

100

What is the purpose of florist wire?

• A) To hold flowers in a vase
• B) To bind materials or strengthen wire
• C) To cut floral stems
• D) To attach flowers to a wall

B) To bind materials or strengthen wire

200

How does the gauge of florist wire work?

• A) The larger the gauge, the stronger the wire
• B) The larger the gauge, the lighter the wire
• C) The smaller the gauge, the lighter the wire
• D) The gauge size doesn’t affect the wire’s weight

B) The larger the gauge, the lighter the wire

300

What is Oasis floral foam used for?

• A) To secure flowers in water
• B) To create a base for fresh floral designs
• C) To enhance the color of flowers
• D) To decorate floral arrangements

B) To create a base for fresh floral designs

400

What is the advantage of using a floral knife over other cutting tools?

• A) It’s cheaper
• B) It provides a clean cut and encourages water uptake
• C) It cuts faster than floral snips
• D) It can be used for both fresh and dried flowers

• B) It provides a clean cut and encourages water uptake

500

What should you do before using floral foam for fresh flowers?

• A) Leave it dry for support
• B) Cut it to fit the container
• C) Wet it thoroughly through a soaking process
• D) Attach it to a vase with tape

C) Wet it thoroughly through a soaking process

B

100

What is the primary tool used for cutting fresh floral stems?

• A) Floral Snips
• B) Floral Knife
• C) Pruning Shears
• D) Scissors

• B) Floral Knife

200

What are greening pins used for?

• A) To secure flowers to floral foam
• B) To secure moss or greenery to floral foam
• C) To cut floral stems
• D) To bind floral wire

B) To secure moss or greenery to floral foam

300

What is paddle wire commonly used for?

• A) To wrap floral stems
• B) To assemble garlands due to its flexibility
• C) To tie bouquets together
• D) To support floral arrangements in water

B) To assemble garlands due to its flexibility

400

How should a floral knife be used to cut stems?

• A) In a straight, horizontal cut
• B) By pulling through stems at a slanted angle
• C) By cutting from the top down
• D) By pressing down on the stem

• B) By pulling through stems at a slanted angle

500

How can a wooden pick be used besides attaching bows?

• A) To secure dried or silk flowers as a pseudo stem
• B) To secure floral foam in place
• C) To cut thick stems
• D) To decorate floral arrangements

A) To secure dried or silk flowers as a pseudo stem

C

100

What tool is used to cut wire and floral stems?

• A) Floral Knife
• B) Wire Cutters
• C) Pruning Shears
• D) Scissors

B) Wire Cutters

200

What is the main purpose of the container in floral design?

• A) To support floral foam
• B) To dictate the overall form of the design
• C) To hold floral wire
• D) To cut stems

B) To dictate the overall form of the design

300

When are floral snips typically used?

• A) For delicate and thin stems
• B) For cutting larger amounts of stems or larger, firmer stems
• C) Only for dried flowers
• D) For creating decorative cuts

B) For cutting larger amounts of stems or larger, firmer stems

400

What is waterproof tape primarily used for?

• A) To secure floral foam in containers
• B) To wrap floral stems for decorative purposes
• C) To attach flowers to floral arrangements
• D) To secure the base of corsages

A) To secure floral foam in containers

500

Which type of vase is best for everyday arrangements and has a wide mouth, skinny neck, and open bowl bottom?

• A) Bud Vase
• B) Cylindrical Vase
• C) Maches Tickler Vase
• D) Bowls or Trays

C) Maches Tickler Vase

D

100

What does a stem stripper do?

• A) Cuts stems into different lengths
• B) Removes leaves and thorns from stems
• C) Helps arrange flowers in a vase
• D) Waters the plant

B) Removes leaves and thorns from stems

200

How does floral tape work?

• A) It sticks to flowers when wet
• B) It sticks to itself and other objects when stretched
• C) It holds flower stems in place in vases
• D) It creates a smooth surface on floral foam

B) It sticks to itself and other objects when stretched

300

What is floral tape used for?

• A) To cut stems
• B) To secure floral foam in containers
• C) To wrap around flowers for a clean finish
• D) To bind materials like in corsage and boutonniere construction

B) To secure floral foam in containers

400

What is an important maintenance tip for floral snips?

• A) Use them only for soft, thin stems
• B) They should always be left wet after use
• C) They must be kept sharp and clean
• D) They should only be used by professionals

C) They must be kept sharp and clean

500

What is the typical use for a bud vase?

• A) For one flower with foliage
• B) For large elaborate designs
• C) For arranging multiple types of flowers
• D) For holding a single large flower like a rose or carnation

A) For one flower with foliage

E

100

What is a wooden pick used for?

• A) To attach bows to potted plants/arrangements
• B) To secure floral foam in containers
• C) To cut floral stems
• D) To hold flowers in place in a bouquet

A) To attach bows to potted plants/arrangements

200

What is the ideal use for bowls or trays in floral design?

• A) For small, delicate flowers
• B) For centerpieces
• C) For holding floral foam only
• D) For holding flowers that don’t need water

B) For centerpieces

300

How does using a stem stripper help with floral care?

• A) It increases the flower’s size
• B) It keeps plant material out of the water, decreasing the chance of disease
• C) It makes the flower bloom faster
• D) It enhances the scent of the flowers

B) It keeps plant material out of the water, decreasing the chance of disease

400

What is a metal pick and how is it used?

• A) A type of wire for securing materials to floral foam
• B) Requires a pick machine and is used to attach flowers to containers
• C) A decorative item for finishing floral arrangements
• D) Used to cut metal stems

B) Requires a pick machine and is used to attach flowers to containers

500

What is a disadvantage of using baskets for fresh arrangements?

• A) They require waterproof tape
• B) They need an appropriate liner to prevent water from spilling
• C) They are difficult to handle
• D) They cannot hold large arrangements

B) They need an appropriate liner to prevent water from spilling