Post #6

1) What is the pen tool used for?
It's used for creating lines to make an object.  

2) How can you manipulate a path/line in Illustrator? Discuss the use of the white arrow tool. Pen+, pen-,and convert tool.
To manipulate a path/line in Illustrator, you can use the pen (adding and deleting anchor points) and the direction selection tool.  The direction selection tool, the white arrow, can directly select a certain line or a group of lines.  The Pen+ tool adds anchors and the Pen- tool deletes anchor points.  The convert tool can be used to move anchor points. 
 
3) How can you utilize the layers palette in Illustrator?
You can utilize the layers palette in Illustrator by separating colors and lines from each other.  

4) How do you create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator?
You can create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator by first creating the object you desire to use as the mask.  Then you create layers with the design you'll mask and then move the clipping path to the top of the layers and then clip the object.