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1. The first major objective of the art program is the process of creating.
a. True
b. False
2. Theartareaneedstobearrangedfortheteacher’sneeds.
a. True
b. False
3. Artmaterialsneedtobeavailablefordaily—aswellasweekly—artactivities.
a. True
b. False
4. The best art program for toddlers is a program with less defined areas.
a. True
b. False
5. A collage is not an appropriate activity for young preschoolers.
a. True
b. False
6. With easel painting, it is most effective to begin with the three primary colors.
a. True
b. False
7. Finger painting works best on the floor.
a. True
b. False
8. Working with clay and play dough requires a place that is accessible to water and away from large motor activities.
a. True
b. False
9. The main concern in planning carpentry activities is the quality of wood.
a. True
b. False
10. The danger of powdered clay is mixing too much water and ruining the quality of the clay.
a. True
b. False
11. Twothingsbasictochildren’screativityaredeterminationandabilitytoworkontheirown.
a. True
b. False
12. Basic considerations in setting up an art center are the age of the group and individual differences.
a. True
b. False
13. Older children in middle and upper elementary levels will be more purposeful in their creative activities than will
younger children.
a. True
b. False
14. Printing is an activity that is best done with sticks.
a. True
b. False
15. Most young preschoolers can work with crayons on cardboard.
a. True
b. False
16. Materialsthatappealtoachild’smultipleintelligencesencouragesmallmotordevelopment.
a. True
b. False
17. A child who is nature smart will enjoy art projects that involve LEGO blocks.
a. True
b. False
18. Painting at an easel is easier for young preschoolers than painting on a table.
a. True
b. False
19. Chalk discourages tight, inhibited work and makes free expression easy.
a. True
b. False
20. Soaking pieces of large chalk in sugar water gives the chalk a shiny look when dry.
a. True
b. False
21. It is not safe to transfer art materials to other containers.
a. True
b. False
22. Children in 3rd grade and below should use only nontoxic materials.
a. True
b. False
23. It is appropriate to encourage the child with developmental delays to participate in open-ended art activities.
a. True
b. False
24. For the child with weak hand muscles and a poor grasp, modeling with clay is the best activity.
a. True
b. False
25. For children with visual impairments, the table surface should have a dull finish.
a. True
b. False
26. For children with ADHD, free-form art activities are not appropriate.
a. True
b. False
27. For children with ADD or ADHD, clear expectations are necessary for art activities.
a. True
b. False
28. Children with ADHD enjoy sharing their personal space with children who happen by.
a. True
b. False
29. Unlike other subjects, there are no national standards in the arts.
a. True
b. False
30. 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.
a. True
b. False
31. A“creativefake”isacopyofafamouspainting.
a. True
b. False
32. 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.
33. 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.
34. Chalk works best:
a. on smooth textures.
b. on rough textures.
c. when applied to wet surfaces.
d. on cardboard.
35. 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.
36. The quickest, simplest way to make fingerpaint is to mix it:
a. under the tap.
b. withasmallamountofElmer’sglue.
c. with a small amount of liquid starch.
d. with tempera paint and liquid starch.
37. 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. keepthemoutofharm’sway.
38. Clay requires:
a. careful storage.
b. disposal in the ground.
c. careful storage in the refrigerator.
d. none of the above.
39. The most basic woodworking tools are:
a. tack hammers and saws.
b. hammers and saws.
c. saws and C-clamps.
d. saws and screwdrivers.
40. 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.
41. Woodworking with young children:
a. requiresacarpenter’ssupervision.
b. is less successful than painting.
c. has too many hazards for preschool children.
d. requires careful adult supervision.
42. 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.
43. 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.
44. 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.
45. 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.
46. Materialsthatappealtoachild’smultipleintelligences:
a. are often difficult to plan for.
b. encourageachild’screativity.
c. encourage exploration.
d. areoftendifficulttoplanforandencourageachild’screativity.
47. Painting at an easel for young preschoolers is:
a. difficult.
b. often not appropriate.
c. often appropriate.
d. difficult and often not appropriate.
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.
49. 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.
50. 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.
51. 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.
52. 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.
53. Examplesof“creativefakes”are:
a. prints of famous paintings.
b. anotherteacher’scraftideas.
c. original ideas.
d. ditto sheets.
54. 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..
55. Ditto sheets and worksheets:
a. stifleachild’screativity.
b. are acceptable as seatwork.
c. are good for children with ADHD.
d. keep children occupied.
