3 - Material Exploration: Understanding the Building Blocks of Function
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Practice Questions
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What property of clay allows it to be shaped easily?
💡 Hint: Think about how we can mold it when damp.
Name one common fiber used in textiles.
💡 Hint: It's a widely used material in clothing.
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What is plasticity in terms of clay properties?
💡 Hint: Recall what happens when clay dries.
True or False: Weaving is only used for creating functional items.
💡 Hint: Think about tapestries.
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Challenge Problems
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Design an innovative object that integrates both clay and textile elements. Explain your design process considering the properties of both materials.
💡 Hint: Think about how stability and softness can work together in design.
Evaluate three different fibers (cotton, wool, synthetic) and discuss their strengths and weaknesses in functional textile art.
💡 Hint: Consider how each material's properties affect their end use.
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