History
Which of the following flowers were utilized in Byzantine designs?
A. Lotus, grape leaves, herbs and narcissus
B. Lotus, jasmine, narcissus and poppies
C. Crocus, amaranth, roses and violets
D. Poppies, lilies, daisies and cypress
D. Poppies, lilies, daisies and cypress
Which of the following describes why bullion wire is used in floral design?
A. Adds sparkle and shine
B. Creates a cleaner look
C. Creates a stronger hold
D. Adds structure to floral arrangements
A. Adds sparkle and shine
__________ causes a natural luster on the leaf without having to wipe the leaf.
A. Floral preservative
B. Leaf shine
C. Bleach
D. Antitranspirant spray
B. Leaf Shine
In which of the following sizes is bullion wire most commonly available?
A. 28 gauge
B. 12 gauge
C. 6 gauge
D. 20 gauge
A. 28 gauge
Pruning shears should always have sharp cutting blades.
A. True
B. False
A. True
During which of the following eras did asymmetrical curves in the shape of an S or a crescent become popular?
A. Byzantine
B. Early American
C. Baroque
D. Roman
C. Baroque
__________ are used to cut heavy-duty wire and corsage and boutonniere stems.
A. Wire cutters
B. Pruning shears
C. Floral scissors
D. Floral knives
A. Wire cutters
Which of the following chemicals is used to reduce water loss from leaves and petals of flowers?
A. Antitranspirant sprays
B. Hydrating solutions
C. Bleach
D. Fungicides and bactericides
Antitranspirant sprays
Which of the following describes another name for anchor pins?
A. Corsage pins
B. Candle cups
C. Water picks
D. Foam prongs
D. Foam prongs
Which of the following describes the tool which cuts thick or tough branches with one smooth cut?
A. Wire cutters
B. Stem strippers
C. Pruning shears
D. Blade sharpeners
C. Pruning shears
Which of the following influences commonly used urns as a base for their floral arrangements?
A. Baroque
B. Flemish
C. Modern
D. American Federal
B. Flemish
Which of the following is also known as waterproof tape?
A. Anchor tape
B. Clear tape
C. Floral stem tape
D. Floral adhesive
A. Anchor tape
Which of the following chemicals helps flowers take up more water efficiently after cutting, preventing wilting?
A. Leaf shine
B. Bleach
C. Hydrating solutions
D. Antitranspirant sprays
C. Hydrating solutions
Which of the following describes wire, which is strong, malleable and easy to shape?
A. Container wire
B. Bullion wire
C. Floral wire
D. Aluminum wire
D. Aluminum wire
Which of the following tools are noted to be commonly used by florists for convenience and can have a straight or hooked blade?
A. Floral scissors
B. Floral knives
C. Folding knives
D. Wire cutters
C. Folding knives
Which of the following eras used foliage and grasses for contrast?
A. Victorian
B. Baroque
C. Roman
D. Greek
A. Victorian
Which of the following devices are used to keep flowers hydrated during transportation?
A. Waterproof clay
B. Floral foam
C. Water tubes
D. Anchor pins
C. Water tubes
Bleach can be used to __________.
A. Maintain water clarity to make it more visually appealing to a customer
B. Clean tools and workspaces
C. Prevent bacterial growth
D. All of the answer choices are correct
D. All of the answer choices are correct
__________ are used to rotate floral arrangements when working.
A. Turntables
B. Floral containers
C. Storage containers
D. Workbench
A. Turntables
Which of the following describes the tool which cuts foam bricks to desired sizes?
A. Floral foam knife
B. Wire cutters
C. Folding knife
D. Floral scissors or snips
A. Floral foam knife
Represents Earth in Ikebana, also know as the tertiary line
Tai
Floral Foam Knives
Select all of the following which describe floral food.
- Do not contain sugar
- Maintains the color, strength and fragrance
- Raises the pH
- Reduces bacterial growth
- Replenishes the food source
- Shortens the shelf life of fresh flowers
- Maintains the color, strength and fragrance
- Reduces bacterial growth
- Replenishes the food source
Select all of the following which describe floral adhesives.
Bond quickly, safely and easily
Does not maintain the bond in cold temperatures
Fast-drying and waterproof
Only available in sprays
Used with fresh flowers
Will not brown fresh flower petals
Bond quickly, safely and easily
Fast-drying and waterproof
Used with fresh flowers
Will not brown fresh flower petals
Used to remove thorns and leaves from stems