Textiles and Patterns: Learn about Fabrics, Textures, and Designs

Question 1

Which stitch in embroidery creates a raised, shiny surface?

Accepted Answer

Satin stitch

Answer

Running stitch

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Back stitch

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Cross stitch

Question 2

Which of these is a type of knitting, not weaving?

Accepted Answer

Cable knit

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Plain weave

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Twill weave

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Satin weave

Question 3

Which of these is not a way to create something using fabric?

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Drawing

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Weaving

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Sewing

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Embroidery

Question 4

Which of these is not a way to print on fabric?

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Watercolour painting

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Screen printing

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Block printing

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Digital printing

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a natural fibre?

Accepted Answer

Polyester

Accepted Answer

Nylon

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Cotton

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Silk

Question 6

Which fabric is best for absorbing water?

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Fabric for towels

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Soft and shiny fabric for dresses

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Fluffy fabric for blankets

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Tough fabric for shoes

Question 7

What do we call it when we make clothes or other things using fabric?

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Sewing

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Painting

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Singing

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Dancing

Question 8

Which of these materials is NOT used to make natural fabrics?

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Nylon

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Cotton

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Wool

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Silk

Question 9

When making clothes, which of these materials is NOT used?

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Plastic

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Cotton

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Silk

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Wool

Question 10

Which of these materials comes from plants or animals?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

Accepted Answer

Silk

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Nylon

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Polyester

Question 11

Which of these materials is NOT used to make clothes?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Cotton

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Silk

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Wool

Question 12

Which of these is not a fabric?

Accepted Answer

Plastic

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Cotton

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Silk

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Wool

Question 13

Which of these materials comes from plants or animals?

Accepted Answer

Linen

Accepted Answer

Cashmere

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Acrylic

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Nylon

Question 14

Which of these is NOT a material used to make clothes?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Cotton

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Silk

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Leather

Question 15

Which fabric is breathable, allowing air to pass through it easily, making it a good choice for keeping you cool?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

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Silk

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Nylon

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Leather

Question 16

What is a special quality that makes silk different from other fabrics?

Accepted Answer

It is shiny.

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It keeps you warm.

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It is very rough.

Question 17

Which technique uses a needle and thread to create beautiful designs on fabric?

Accepted Answer

Embroidery

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Sewing

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Printing

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Weaving

Question 18

What is the correct way to make a running stitch in textiles?

Accepted Answer

Sew the needle through the fabric from front to back, then back to front, making a continuous line of stitches

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Sew the needle through the fabric from back to front, then back to front, making separate stitches

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Sew the needle through the fabric from side to side, making loops

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Sew the needle through the fabric in any direction

Question 19

Which of these fabrics is made from a plant or animal?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

Accepted Answer

Wool

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Nylon

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Polyester

Question 20

Which fabric would be the best choice for a towel that needs to absorb a lot of water when drying your hands?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

Answer

Silk

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Wool

Question 21

Which of these is a textile product that has three dimensions?

Accepted Answer

Cushion

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Scarf

Question 22

We can print designs onto fabric using a mesh screen with a stencil. What printing technique am I describing?

Accepted Answer

Screen printing

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Block printing

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Digital printing

Question 23

In weaving, we cross threads over and under each other to create patterns on fabric. Which type of weave creates a pattern that looks like zig-zag lines?

Accepted Answer

Twill weave

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Plain weave

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Satin weave

Question 24

Which fabric can stretch the most?

Accepted Answer

Lycra

Answer

Cotton

Answer

Denim

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Silk

Question 25

In screen printing, which technique is used to transfer ink onto the fabric?

Accepted Answer

Using a mesh screen with a stencil

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Carving a block and applying ink with it

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Printing directly onto the fabric with a digital printer

Question 26

How can you make the fabric feel rough?

Accepted Answer

Rub it with sandpaper

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Paint it with glue

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Sew it with thick thread

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Wash it in a washing machine

Question 27

Which embroidery technique creates raised, fluffy shapes on fabric?

Accepted Answer

Raised stitch

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Running stitch

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Back stitch

Question 28

When creating a picture using different pieces of fabric, what helps make the picture look organized and visually appealing?

Accepted Answer

Arranging the fabric pieces carefully to avoid a cluttered appearance

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Using fabric pieces of various colors and sizes

Question 29

Which craft involves sewing designs onto fabric?

Accepted Answer

Embroidery

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Weaving

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Sewing

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Printing

Question 30

Which stitch is best for making a strong and long-lasting seam when joining two pieces of fabric?

Accepted Answer

Back stitch

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Running stitch

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Chain stitch

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Slip stitch

Question 31

When we weave threads together to make textiles, what do we call the way the threads are crossed over and under each other to create different patterns?

Accepted Answer

Weave

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Warp

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Weft

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Loom

Question 32

Where does cotton come from?

Accepted Answer

Plants

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Animals

Question 33

Which of these is NOT a type of fabric?

Accepted Answer

Plastic

Answer

Cotton

Question 34

When weaving, which material would be the least suitable for creating a strong and durable fabric?

Accepted Answer

Paper

Answer

Cotton

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Silk

Question 35

When making a cushion cover, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Cut the fabric to the right size

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Embroider a design on the fabric

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Sew the fabric together

Question 36

Which of these is **not** a method used to print patterns on fabric?

Accepted Answer

Ironing

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Screen printing

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Block printing

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Digital printing

Question 37

Plastics are different from other materials used in textiles because:

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They are not natural materials

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They are too slippery to sew

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They don't come in many colors

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They are not used to make clothes

Question 38

Which of these is not a type of fabric?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Cotton

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Silk

Question 39

Which fabric is the strongest and least likely to rip?

Accepted Answer

Nylon

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Silk

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Cotton

Question 40

Which weave gives a fabric a diagonal pattern?

Accepted Answer

Twill weave

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Plain weave

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Satin weave

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Basket weave

Question 41

Which fabric printing method uses a heated plate to transfer an image onto the fabric?

Accepted Answer

Heat transfer printing

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Screen printing

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Block printing

Question 42

Who creates the designs and patterns for items like clothes, curtains, and cushions?

Accepted Answer

Textile designer

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Textile engineer

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Textile manufacturer

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Textile retailer

Question 43

Which of these jobs is **not** involved in the creation of clothing or fabrics?

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Doctor

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Fashion designer

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Textile designer

Question 44

Which of these is NOT a common use of textiles?

Accepted Answer

Food packaging

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Clothing

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Home furnishings

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Medical supplies

Question 45

In screen printing, why are there holes in the special paper?

Accepted Answer

To let the ink through and make the design on the fabric

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To keep the paper on the frame

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To stop the ink from going outside the design

Question 46

Which of these is not made from fabric?

Accepted Answer

Plastic bottle

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T-shirt

Answer

Towel

Question 47

When weaving, which threads run across the loom, from side to side?

Accepted Answer

Warp

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Weft

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Pile

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Selvage

Question 48

Which of these materials is NOT used to make clothes?

Accepted Answer

Plastic

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Cotton

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Wool

Question 49

When we design on fabric, what's the special name for using different colors to make parts stand out?

Accepted Answer

Contrast

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Balance

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Repetition

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Proximity

Question 50

Which of the following is not a fabric?

Accepted Answer

Plastic

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Cotton

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Wool

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Silk

Question 51

Which tool is used to draw lines on fabric to create a pattern?

Accepted Answer

Ruler

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Needle

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Scissors

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Paintbrush

Question 52

What is the name of the technique used to connect two pieces of fabric?

Accepted Answer

Stitching

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Weaving

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Knitting

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Printing

Question 53

Which type of pattern is made by repeating the same shape or design over and over?

Accepted Answer

Repeating

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Geometric

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Floral

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Paisley

Question 54

What is wool made from?

Accepted Answer

Animal hair

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Cotton

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Plastic

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Paper

Question 55

Which of these is a property of silk?

Accepted Answer

Shiny

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Rough

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Waterproof

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Stretchy

Question 56

What is the reason for hemming fabric?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the fabric from fraying

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To make the fabric stronger

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To add decoration

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To create a pocket

Question 57

Which of these is a natural fibre?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

Answer

Nylon

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Polyester

Answer

Spandex

Question 58

Which of these is NOT a good material for making clothes?

Accepted Answer

Paper

Answer

Wool

Answer

Silk

Answer

Cotton

Question 59

What is the name of the shape that repeats in a pattern?

Accepted Answer

Motif

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Border

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Stripe

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Checkerboard

Question 60

Which tool do we use to make clean cuts in fabric?

Accepted Answer

Scissors

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Needle

Answer

Measuring tape

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Iron

Question 61

Which fabric can stretch the most?

Accepted Answer

Spandex

Answer

Cotton

Answer

Silk

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Linen

Question 62

Why do we add a hem to fabric?

Accepted Answer

To make the edge stronger

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To make it look pretty

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To make it longer

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To make it softer

Question 63

How do screen printing and digital printing differ when creating patterns on fabric?

Accepted Answer

Screen printing uses a screen with a design to transfer ink, while digital printing uses a computer to print the design directly onto the fabric.

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Screen printing creates sharp lines, while digital printing creates faded lines.

Answer

Screen printing is less expensive than digital printing.

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Screen printing is better for small designs, while digital printing is better for large designs.

Question 64

Which of these actions does NOT make textiles more sustainable?

Accepted Answer

Bleaching textiles

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Using recycled materials

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Using organic dyes

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Reducing water consumption