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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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