Textiles for Year 3: Explore Fabrics and Sewing Techniques

Question 1

You're designing a cushion cover for a friend who loves to read. Which fabric would be the best choice, and why?

Accepted Answer

Cotton - It's soft and lets air through, making it comfy to use.

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Linen - It's strong and lasts a long time, but it can get creases easily.

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Velvet - It's soft and feels fancy, but it can be a bit delicate.

Question 2

Why is it important to think about sustainability when making textiles?

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It helps the planet by saving resources.

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It makes clothes more expensive.

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It makes clothes less comfortable.

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It makes clothes less fashionable.

Question 3

How do different cultures influence the designs and patterns of fabrics around the world?

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Different cultures influence the designs and patterns on fabrics through their traditions, beliefs, and values.

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Only the culture of the country where the fabrics are made influences their designs and patterns.

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The designs and patterns on fabrics are the same across all cultures.

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Cultural influences have no impact on the designs and patterns on fabrics.

Question 4

When making a backpack for a friend who likes hiking, what should you consider when choosing the fabric?

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The strength and water resistance of the fabric

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The design and color of the fabric

Question 5

What is the purpose of using a fabric stabilizer?

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To prevent fabric from fraying or stretching

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To add color to fabric

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To make fabric waterproof

Question 6

You're in a textiles workshop and see a sewing machine that's not plugged in. What should you do?

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Tell the teacher and wait for them to plug it in.

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Plug in the machine and start sewing.

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Plug in the machine yourself, being careful not to touch the wires.

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Ignore the machine and work on something else.

Question 7

Textiles are everywhere around us! Where can you find textiles in your home, school, or community?

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Clothes, sheets, curtains, tablecloths, and napkins

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Pencils, paper, and books

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Playground equipment, street signs, and traffic cones

Question 8

Uh-oh! You're sewing along and suddenly your stitches start acting up. What's the first thing you should do to fix the problem?

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Check the fabric, thread, and sewing machine for any problems.

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Give up and start over.

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Keep sewing and hope it fixes itself.

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Call someone who doesn't know anything about sewing for help.

Question 9

Who does NOT have a job that involves working with fabrics?

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Teacher

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Fashion designer

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Interior designer

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Textile manufacturer

Question 10

How can we recycle or reuse old clothes in creative and eco-friendly ways?

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Give them to people in need

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Make them into cleaning cloths

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Throw them away

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Burn them

Question 11

You're making a cozy blanket that should be both warm and soft. Which of these would NOT be a good choice for your blanket?

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Waterproof fabric to prevent moisture

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Thick, heavy wool fabric for warmth

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Soft fleece fabric for comfort

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Lightweight fabric to reduce bulkiness

Question 12

What can the choice of fabrics and designs in textiles reveal about a culture?

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The history and traditions of the people.

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The weather in that country.

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How much money people have.

Question 13

How can different fabrics be used to show cultural traditions and tell stories?

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Different fabrics can be used to make patterns, symbols, and pictures that show different cultures.

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Fabrics can't be used to show traditions because they are only for making clothes.

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Fabrics can only be used to show traditions from long ago.

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Fabrics are not important in showing cultural traditions.

Question 14

You're designing a cushion cover for your friend's birthday. What steps will you take to create a visually appealing and useful cover?

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Sketch ideas, try different colors and patterns, and choose the best design based on how it looks and works.

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Pick colors and patterns your friend likes, then sew the fabric into a square shape.

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Find fabric with a pattern, cut it to the cushion size, and sew it without thinking about the design.

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Choose the most expensive fabric, no matter the color or pattern, and make a cover with lots of fancy embroidery.

Question 15

You're designing a cushion cover. Which embellishment technique would you choose and why?

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Embroidery: Durable, creates intricate designs, suitable for decorative cushion covers.

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Appliqué: Quick and easy, adds color and texture.

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Printing: Cost-effective for patterns, but may not suit all fabrics.

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Tie-dye: Unique patterns, but may not suit all designs.

Question 16

How can you use fabrics to express your own unique style?

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Choose fabrics with colors and patterns that you like.

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Use the same fabrics as everyone else.

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Make clothes that are only practical and not stylish.

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Use fabrics that your parents choose for you.

Question 17

Which of these is a method of creating fabric, but NOT a type of weave?

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Knitting

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Plain weave

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Twill weave

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Satin weave

Question 18

When making a cushion cover, what will happen if you use a longer stitch length and looser thread tension?

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The fabric will gather and the seams will be weaker.

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The fabric will be smooth and the seams will be strong.

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The fabric will be stronger, but the stitches will be more visible.

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The color of the fabric will be affected.

Question 19

What is the source of natural fibers?

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Animals or plants

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Chemicals

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Trees

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Rocks

Question 20

How does a fabric's thread count influence its durability?

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A higher thread count results in a tighter weave, increasing durability and reducing pilling.

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A higher thread count makes the fabric thicker and more robust.

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A higher thread count makes the fabric softer and more pleasant to the touch.

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Thread count has no effect on fabric durability.

Question 21

Which of these is NOT a way that textile production affects the environment?

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Causing plastic pollution

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Using water and energy

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Creating waste

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Releasing greenhouse gases

Question 22

Why is it important to align the 'grain' of the fabric before sewing?

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To prevent the fabric from stretching or tearing when sewn

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To make the fabric look neat and tidy

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To ensure straight stitching

Question 23

Which of these is a man-made fiber?

Accepted Answer

Nylon

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Cotton

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Wool

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Silk

Question 24

Which material would be best for making a reusable shopping bag that is both strong and eco-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

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Plastic

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Paper

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Silk

Question 25

When buying clothes, what should we consider to make sure they were made ethically?

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Look for clothes from companies that share information about their production practices.

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Only buy clothes made from recycled materials.

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Only buy clothes made in your country.

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Only buy very cheap clothes.

Question 26

Which fabric property is most important to consider when choosing a fabric for a backpack that needs to be strong?

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How strong the fabric is

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How easily the fabric can absorb moisture

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How the fabric feels to touch

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How stretchy the fabric is

Question 27

Which of these is NOT a natural fibre used in textiles?

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Plastic

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Cotton

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Silk

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Linen

Question 28

Which fabric is typically the strongest and most durable?

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Nylon

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Silk

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Cotton

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Linen

Question 29

What tool is used to cut fabric?

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Scissors

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Hammer

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Saw

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Ruler

Question 30

Why do we leave a seam allowance when sewing?

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To allow for shrinkage or adjustments

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To make the seam stronger

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To create a space for decorative stitching

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To make it easier to sew the fabric together

Question 31

How can you safely transfer a design onto fabric?

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Iron on a transfer paper

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Draw it on with a pencil

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Trace it with a marker

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Cut out the design and glue it on

Question 32

What is the purpose of a thimble?

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To protect your finger when pushing the needle

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To help you sew faster

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To measure the fabric

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To hold the fabric in place

Question 33

Which type of fabric is best suited for making a sturdy bag?

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Denim

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Cotton

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Silk

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Linen

Question 34

Which of these is NOT a fabric made from plants or animals?

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Nylon

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Cotton

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Wool

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Silk

Question 35

Which fabric is best for keeping you warm in cold weather?

Accepted Answer

Wool

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Linen

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Denim

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Cotton

Question 36

Which part of a sewing machine holds the needle?

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Needle clamp

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Bobbin

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Needle threader

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Presser foot

Question 37

What is the extra fabric left around the edge of a piece before sewing called?

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Seam allowance

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Hem

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Facing

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Interfacing

Question 38

Which stitch is used to join two pieces of fabric together?

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Backstitch

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Zigzag stitch

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Buttonhole stitch

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Overlock stitch

Question 39

Which of these is NOT a good quality to look for in a fabric design?

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Very expensive

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Looks nice

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Lasts a long time

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Easy to sew

Question 40

Which fabric is soft, warm, and often used to make sweaters?

Accepted Answer

Wool

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Cotton

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Silk

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Nylon

Question 41

What type of fabric would be suitable for making a raincoat to keep the rain out?

Accepted Answer

Polyester

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Linen

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Cotton

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Wool

Question 42

Which stitch is commonly used to join two pieces of fabric in sewing?

Accepted Answer

Backstitch

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Overlock stitch

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Blanket stitch

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Chain stitch

Question 43

What is the name for fabrics made from materials that come from plants or animals?

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Natural

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Synthetic

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Artificial

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Woven

Question 44

Which of these is NOT a tool that is used in sewing?

Accepted Answer

Hammer

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Needle

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Scissors

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Ruler

Question 45

What is the purpose of using interfacing in sewing?

Accepted Answer

To add strength and support to fabric

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To decorate fabric with patterns

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To help gather fabric

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To prevent fabric from fraying

Question 46

Which fabric is known for being very easy to crease and wrinkle?

Accepted Answer

Linen

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Cotton

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Silk

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Polyester

Question 47

What machine is used to sew fabric together?

Accepted Answer

Sewing machine

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Knitting machine

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Spinning wheel

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Embroidery machine

Question 48

Which type of fabric is typically used for making clothes like jeans and jackets?

Accepted Answer

Denim

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Corduroy

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Tweed

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Satin

Question 49

What is the recommended way to transfer a sewing pattern onto fabric accurately?

Accepted Answer

Use a lightbox and tracing paper

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Trace with a pencil

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Measure and mark directly on the fabric

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Print the pattern onto the fabric

Question 50

What kind of fiber is NOT found in nature?

Accepted Answer

Nylon

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Wool

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Cotton

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Silk

Question 51

Which fabric is soft, fluffy, and keeps you warm?

Accepted Answer

Felt

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Denim

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Linen

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Satin

Question 52

What type of stitch prevents fabric edges from unraveling?

Accepted Answer

Zigzag stitch

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Straight stitch

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Whip stitch

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Running stitch

Question 53

Which fabric is the strongest and wears the best?

Accepted Answer

Denim

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Cotton

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Silk

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Linen

Question 54

What is a hem?

Accepted Answer

A folded edge of fabric sewn to stop fraying

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A special kind of fabric

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A type of thread

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A tool for cutting fabric

Question 55

What type of fabric is airy and would be suitable for a summer dress?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

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Wool

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Fleece

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Velvet

Question 56

When designing a textile product, what is the first step?

Accepted Answer

Sketching ideas

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Choosing colors

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Cutting fabric

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Sewing seams

Question 57

Which fabric keeps you warm in winter and is often used to make scarves?

Accepted Answer

Fleece

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Cotton

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Linen

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Silk

Question 58

Which of these fabrics allows air to pass through it easily?

Accepted Answer

Linen

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Denim

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Nylon

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Leather

Question 59

What is the purpose of leaving extra fabric around the edges when sewing?

Accepted Answer

To allow for mistakes when cutting

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To make the fabric stronger

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To make the fabric more stretchy

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To add a decoration

Question 60

Which of these fabrics is most often used to make shirts?

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Cotton

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Wool

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Linen

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Silk

Question 61

What is the last step in making a textile product?

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Finishing the edges

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Designing the pattern

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Cutting the fabric

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Sewing the seams

Question 62

Which of these is NOT a property of cotton fabric?

Accepted Answer

It keeps you cold

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It absorbs water

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It resists wrinkles

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It lets air through

Question 63

What is the name for joining two pieces of fabric together with a needle and thread?

Accepted Answer

Sewing

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Weaving

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Knitting

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Embroidering

Question 64

Which fabric is best for making a warm winter scarf?

Accepted Answer

Wool

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Linen

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Silk

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Cotton