Deck 1: The Concept of Creativity

Question 1

Basic considerations in setting up an art center are the age of the group and individual differences.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Printing is an activity that is best done with sticks.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Art materials need to be available for daily - as well as weekly - art activities.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

The danger of powdered clay is mixing too much water and ruining the quality of the clay.

Question 5

Most young preschoolers can work with crayons on cardboard.

Question 6

The art area needs to be arranged for the teacher's needs.

Question 7

A collage is not an appropriate activity for young preschoolers.

Question 8

The first major objective of the art program is the process of creating.

Question 9

Finger painting works best on the floor.

Question 10

Painting at an easel is easier for young preschoolers than painting on a table.

Question 11

Chalk discourages tight, inhibited work and makes free expression easy.

Question 12

A child who is nature smart will enjoy art projects that involve LEGO blocks.

Question 13

Two things basic to children's creativity are determination and ability to work on their own.

Question 14

Materials that appeal to a child's multiple intelligences encourage small motor development.

Question 15

Older children in middle and upper elementary levels will be more purposeful in their creative activities than will younger children.

Question 16

The best art program for toddlers is a program with less defined areas.

Question 17

With easel painting, it is most effective to begin with the three primary colors.

Question 18

Working with clay and play dough requires a place that is accessible to water and away from large motor activities.

Question 19

Soaking pieces of large chalk in sugar water gives the chalk a shiny look when dry.

Question 20

The main concern in planning carpentry activities is the quality of wood.

Question 21

Chalk works best:

A) on smooth textures.
B) on rough textures.
C) when applied to wet surfaces.
D) on cardboard.

Question 22

The quickest, simplest way to make fingerpaint is to mix it:

A) under the tap.
B) with a small amount of Elmer's glue.
C) with a small amount of liquid starch.
D) with tempera paint and liquid starch.

Question 23

For children with ADHD, free-form art activities are not appropriate.

Question 24

It is not safe to transfer art materials to other containers.

Question 25

Students who do not speak English are:

A) not yet able to discuss artwork from varied cultures.
B) not yet sophisticated enough to plan their use of visual elements.
C) ready for exposure to various cultures and their art.
D) ready for competing in local art shows.

Question 26

The most important thing to remember about scrap art materials is to:

A) have enough of them.
B) ask parents to donate them.
C) keep them in good order.
D) keep them out of harm's way.

Question 27

The most basic woodworking tools are:

A) tack hammers and saws.
B) hammers and saws.
C) saws and C-clamps.
D) saws and screwdrivers.

Question 28

It is appropriate to encourage the child with developmental delays to participate in open-ended art activities.

Question 29

Crayon resist requires:

A) paper, crayons, and paste.
B) paper, crayons, and a drawing.
C) paper, crayons, a drawing, and tempera paint.
D) none of the above.

Question 30

Children in 3rd grade and below should use only nontoxic materials.

Question 31

When tempera paint is being mixed:

A) a surprising little is needed for bright colors.
B) a surprising amount is needed for rich, creamy paint.
C) children need to let the teacher do it.
D) none of the above.

Question 32

A safety precaution to consider when using markers is:

A) to keep the top on when not in use.
B) to not buy dark colors because they stain.
C) to use only water-based markers.
D) none of the above.

Question 33

Unlike other subjects, there are no national standards in the arts.

Question 34

A "creative fake" is a copy of a famous painting.

Question 35

For children with ADD or ADHD, clear expectations are necessary for art activities.

Question 36

For children with visual impairments, the table surface should have a dull finish.

Question 37

The national standards for the arts describe what a child from preschool through 12th grade should know and be able to do at various levels in each artistic discipline.

Question 38

Clay requires:

A) careful storage.
B) disposal in the ground.
C) careful storage in the refrigerator.
D) none of the above.

Question 39

For the child with weak hand muscles and a poor grasp, modeling with clay is the best activity.

Question 40

Children with ADHD enjoy sharing their personal space with children who happen by.

Question 41

Woodworking with young children:

A) requires a carpenter's supervision.
B) is less successful than painting.
C) has too many hazards for preschool children.
D) requires careful adult supervision.

Question 42

The national standards in the arts cover:

A) dance, painting, and theater.
B) painting, music, and dance.
C) dance, music, theater and visual arts.
D) dance, digital arts, music and theater.

Question 43

Toddlers need materials that are

A) sturdy and have the small pieces in a separate bag.
B) sturdy, are practically indestructible, and have no tiny pieces.
C) sturdy and of good quality.
D) none of the above.

Question 44

Examples of "creative fakes" are:

A) prints of famous paintings.
B) another teacher's craft ideas.
C) original ideas.
D) ditto sheets.

Question 45

Materials that appeal to a child's multiple intelligences:

A) are often difficult to plan for.
B) encourage a child's creativity.
C) encourage exploration.
D) are often difficult to plan for and encourage a child's creativity.

Question 46

Because young preschool children have a limited attention span, it is best to:

A) not plan art activities for this age.
B) plan only large motor activities for this age.
C) plan several activities and alternative activities.
D) plan only fine motor activities for this age.

Question 47

Ditto sheets and worksheets:

A) stifle a child's creativity.
B) are acceptable as seatwork.
C) are good for children with ADHD.
D) keep children occupied.

Question 48

Working with chalk:

A) makes it difficult for a child to freely express himself or herself.
B) is not appropriate for young children.
C) encourages free expression.
D) all of the above.

Question 49

Imported art materials are:

A) appropriate for use with older children.
B) cheaper and easier to use.
C) not as safe as U.S. products.
D) produced under the same standards as the U.S..

Question 50

The child with visual disabilities needs:

A) low-contrast materials.
B) to be able to read Braille.
C) an area with reduced glare and shadows.
D) all of the above.

Question 51

The best paper for drawing is

A) sheets of paper less than 8x12 inches.
B) sturdy sheets of manila paper 18x24 inches.
C) sturdy sheets of wrapping paper.
D) butcher paper.

Question 52

When purchasing paint for art activities, purchase:

A) only oil-based paints.
B) in large quantities.
C) only water-based paints.
D) the cheapest available.

Question 53

For children with developmental delays:

A) open-ended art activities are appropriate.
B) preplanned art activities work best.
C) special education curriculum activities work best.
D) all of the above.

Question 54

Painting at an easel for young preschoolers is:

A) difficult.
B) often not appropriate.
C) often appropriate.
D) difficult and often not appropriate.

Question 55

Some children with physical disabilities prefer:

A) not to do art activities.
B) using short, fat, writing utensils.
C) using thin crayons, pencils, markers, and paintbrushes.
D) using short, fat, writing utensils and thin crayons, pencils, markers, and paint brushes.