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What is the pen tool used for?
The pen tool is used to make shapes in art of design by using straight lines or curves.

How can you manipulate a path/line in Illustrator? Discuss the use of the white arrow tool. Pen+, pen-,and convert tool.
One can manipulate a path/line in Illustrator by clicking and dragging it with the direct selection tool (white arrow tool). You can add more pr delete anchor points in a path/line by using the Pen+ or Pen- buttons. The convert tool curves and shifts the anchor points to the desired size/location.

How can you utilize the layers palette in Illustrator?
I can utilize the layers palette by putting each figure in each layer. The layers palette help organize the order of where certain objects are placed. 

How do you create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator?
You create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator by clicking on a figure and click on the "clipping mask tool" to mask it.