A) Its availability at the local craft store.
B) Its color and aesthetic appeal.
C) Its weight when dry.
D) Its ability to withstand high temperatures without cracking.

A) Porcelain.
B) Earthenware.
C) Stoneware.
D) Modeling clay.

A) Painting the clay with glaze.
B) Freezing the clay.
C) Adding water to the clay.
D) Completely drying the clay.

A) Storing the clay in a dark place.
B) Heating the clay at a high temperature to harden it.
C) Painting the clay with fire-resistant paint.
D) Adding water to the clay mixture.

A) Freezing it after firing.
B) Baking it in a regular oven.
C) Coating it with plastic.
D) Tempering the clay with grog or sand.

A) Crushed fired clay added to unfired clay.
B) A type of glaze.
C) A type of clay.
D) A tool used for shaping clay.

A) To add color to the clay.
B) To make the clay easier to mold.
C) To reduce shrinkage and cracking during firing.
D) To make the clay waterproof before firing.

A) Dry, fire, form.
B) Form, fire, dry.
C) Form, dry, fire.
D) Fire, form, dry.

A) It will change color.
B) It will remain fragile and porous.
C) It will become waterproof.
D) It will become excessively hard.

A) To make the clay shiny.
B) To ensure even color distribution.
C) To save energy.
D) To prevent thermal shock and cracking.

A) Plastic.
B) Bamboo.
C) Reed.
D) Willow.

A) Their heat resistance and non-toxicity.
B) Their cost.
C) Their color and fragrance.
D) Their ease of dyeing.

A) Loose weaving.
B) Tight weaving and using a natural sealant (e.g., pitch).
C) Using synthetic glue.
D) Painting it with acrylics.

A) Coating them in oil.
B) Freezing them.
C) Baking them in an oven.
D) Soaking them in water.

A) Twining.
B) Open weave.
C) Plaiting.
D) Coiling.

A) Lightly burning the inner surface to improve heat resistance.
B) Painting the basket black.
C) Soaking the basket in charcoal.
D) Decorating it with burnt designs.

A) To make the basket easier to clean.
B) To add flavor to the food.
C) To protect the basket from direct heat and moisture.
D) To make the basket more decorative.

A) Cooking food in the basket using a regular oven.
B) Using a microwave to cook food in the basket.
C) Heating the basket directly over a fire.
D) Heating stones in a fire and placing them in the basket with food and water.

A) Heating the stones for a very short time.
B) Using any stones found on the ground.
C) Ensuring the stones are clean and non-toxic.
D) Using stones of different sizes.

A) Scrub it with an abrasive cleaner.
B) Soak it in soapy water.
C) Wipe it gently with a damp cloth and allow it to air dry.
D) Put it in a dishwasher.

A) To change the color of the basket.
B) To make the basket stronger.
C) To reduce the risk of the basket catching fire.
D) To make the basket waterproof.

A) Synthetic glue.
B) Acrylic paint.
C) Natural pitch or resin.
D) Elmer's glue.

A) The tool used to tighten the weave.
B) The flexible strands woven around the warp.
C) The decorative element added to the basket.
D) The stationary strands that form the base of the basket.

A) The flexible strands woven around the warp.
B) The stationary strands that form the base of the basket.
C) The tool used to tighten the weave.
D) The decorative element added to the basket.

A) Earthenware.
B) Ball clay.
C) Porcelain.
D) Stoneware.

A) A method of weaving.
B) A type of clay.
C) A coating of glass-like material fused to ceramic surfaces.
D) A type of basket.

A) Paper.
B) Plastic tape.
C) Stronger, flexible fibers like willow or vine.
D) Metal wire.

A) Using a very small fire.
B) Soaking the basket in gasoline.
C) Wrapping the basket in aluminum foil.
D) Adding layers of insulation such as leaves or cloth.

A) To ensure sustainable harvesting and avoid damaging ecosystems.
B) To find the cheapest materials.
C) To get permission to sell the baskets.
D) To avoid getting a sunburn.

A) Rainy climate.
B) Hot, sunny climate.
C) Cold, snowy climate.
D) It depends on the material but it is best to harvest during the plant's dormant season.