Textiles for Year 5: Design and Create with Fabrics

Question 1

How do different weaving techniques, such as plain weave, twill weave, and satin weave, influence the appearance, texture, and durability of fabrics?

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Weaving techniques impact the fabric's look, feel, and how long it lasts.

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Weaving techniques only affect the fabric's appearance.

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Weaving techniques don't affect the fabric's durability.

Question 2

Which textile is renowned for its exceptional strength and durability, making it ideal for products like ropes and sails?

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Nylon

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Cotton

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Silk

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Wool

Question 3

What is the correct order of steps to turn raw fibers into textiles that we can use?

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Spinning, weaving, knitting

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Knitting, weaving, spinning

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Weaving, spinning, knitting

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Knitting, spinning, weaving

Question 4

What is a negative environmental impact of making and using textiles?

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Greenhouse gases released

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More natural resources available

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Less waste

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Better air quality

Question 5

In ancient Egypt, linen was a highly valued fabric. What was its primary use?

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Wrapping bodies for burial rituals

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Creating clothing for wealthy people

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Making sails for boats

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Producing paper for writing

Question 6

How can we balance the ethical and environmental concerns of making and using textiles?

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We can address the ethical and environmental concerns of textiles through sustainable practices and consumer choices.

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Textiles have no ethical or environmental impact.

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The ethical and environmental concerns of textiles are too complex to solve.

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Textiles only have positive ethical and environmental impacts.

Question 7

Which of these materials is a natural fibre?

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Cotton

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Silk

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Nylon

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Polyester

Question 8

How can we make the textile industry more sustainable?

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Use eco-friendly materials, reduce energy use, and encourage recycling

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Use only natural fibers, even if they have a high environmental impact

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Increase production to meet consumer demand, even if it harms the environment

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Use only recycled materials, even if they are not suitable for the intended purpose

Question 9

Which practice is NOT considered sustainable in the textile industry?

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Promoting fast fashion and excessive consumption of textiles

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Using recycled materials to create new textiles

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Using eco-friendly dyeing techniques

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Incorporating natural fibers like organic cotton and bamboo

Question 10

What's the first step a designer should take when creating a new textile product?

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Research

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Build a model

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Sketch designs

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Test materials

Question 11

Which of these is NOT a way to change the shape or appearance of fabric?

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Dyeing

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Folding

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Draping

Question 12

How does making and using textiles affect the environment, and what can we do to make them more sustainable?

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Making textiles releases greenhouse gases, pollutes water, and creates waste. We can use eco-friendly materials, save water, and recycle to help.

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Making textiles only creates waste, so recycling is the only way to make them more sustainable.

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Textiles don't have much of an impact on the environment, so we don't need to worry about making them more sustainable.

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Natural fibers like cotton don't harm the environment, but synthetic fibers do.

Question 13

How does the process of dyeing enhance the appearance and value of textiles?

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Dyeing adds vibrant colors and patterns to textiles, making them more visually appealing and desirable.

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Dyeing increases the durability and longevity of textiles, protecting them from fading and wear.

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Dyeing reduces the cost of producing textiles, making them more affordable for consumers.

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Dyeing is only used for decorative purposes and has no impact on the functionality of textiles.

Question 14

To reduce water pollution during production, which material is the best choice for an eco-friendly T-shirt?

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Organic cotton

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Cotton grown using traditional methods

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a key structural feature of a textile fiber?

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Color

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Length

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Diameter

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Shape

Question 16

When choosing materials for a product, what ethical concern should you think about first?

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Where the materials come from and how they are made

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The colours and patterns on the fabric

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How much the fabric costs

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How long the fabric will last

Question 17

Which of these is not a property of fabrics?

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Transparency

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Strength

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Flexibility

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Durability

Question 18

How do innovation and technology contribute to the development of new fabrics and products?

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They enable the creation of new fabrics and products with improved properties, designs, and uses.

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They help create new fabrics but not products.

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They help develop new products but not fabrics.

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They have no role in developing new fabrics and products.

Question 19

Which weaving technique creates a sturdy fabric with a diagonal pattern?

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Twill Weave

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Plain Weave

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Satin Weave

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Basket Weave

Question 20

When making a garment, what should you do first?

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Cut the fabric into the right shapes

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Sew the fabric pieces together

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Add details like buttons or zippers

Question 21

Recycling textiles helps the environment by...

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Reducing waste in landfills

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Creating new jobs in the textile industry.

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Making textiles more expensive to produce

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Increasing demand for synthetic fibers

Question 22

What is a possible downside of using recycled fibers in textiles?

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Compromised fabric quality

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Lower production costs

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Reduced environmental impact

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Increased fabric durability

Question 23

You're designing a textile item to keep people warm in winter. Which material is the best choice?

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Wool

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Cotton

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Silk

Question 24

Which of the following is a natural fiber found in nature?

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Cotton

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Polyester

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Nylon

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Acrylic

Question 25

Which fabric is best suited for making a warm winter blanket?

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Wool

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Silk

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Cotton

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Linen

Question 26

Which of these stitches is used in hand sewing?

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Backstitch

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Lockstitch

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Overlock stitch

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Zigzag stitch

Question 27

What tool is used to cut fabric?

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Scissors

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Needle

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Iron

Question 28

What is the process of adding color to fabric using dye called?

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Dyeing

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Bleaching

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Printing

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Weaving

Question 29

What do we call a small piece of fabric used to test a design or technique?

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Swatch

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Sample

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Pattern

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Prototype

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a natural fiber?

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Nylon

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Cotton

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Silk

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Wool

Question 31

Which fabric is known for its strength and durability, and is often used for jeans?

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Denim

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Cotton

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Linen

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Chiffon

Question 32

Which type of fabric is a good choice for making a tablecloth due to its durability and resistance to stains?

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Linen

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Silk

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Cotton

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Velvet

Question 33

What is the term for a type of fabric that is made by blending two or more different types of fibers together?

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Blend

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Woven

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Knitted

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Non-woven

Question 34

Which tool is specifically used for cutting excess fabric when sewing?

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Scissors

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Needle

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Pliers

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Ruler

Question 35

Which of the following materials is NOT a natural fibre?

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Polyester

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Cotton

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Linen

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Silk

Question 36

What property makes fabric wrinkle-resistant?

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Crease resistance

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Absorbency

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Stretchiness

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Durability

Question 37

Which sewing technique is permanent?

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Seaming

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Basting

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Tacking

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Overcasting

Question 38

Which stitch is used to add decoration to fabric?

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Blanket stitch

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Running stitch

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Backstitch

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Slip stitch

Question 39

What should you remember when using scissors?

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Keep your fingers out of the cutting path

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Cut towards yourself

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Keep the blades pointing upwards

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Use scissors with dull blades

Question 40

Which tool is used to measure fabric?

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Measuring tape

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Ruler

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Protractor

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Calipers

Question 41

Which fabric is known for its softness and drape?

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Satin

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Denim

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Canvas

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Linen

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a natural fiber used in textiles?

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Polyester

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Cotton

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Wool

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Silk

Question 43

What type of fabric would be most suitable for making a warm and cozy blanket?

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Fleece

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Linen

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Nylon

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Denim

Question 44

What is the name of the process used to join two pieces of fabric together when sewing?

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Sewing

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Cutting

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Weaving

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Felting

Question 45

Which of the following fabrics is known for its resistance to wrinkles?

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Polyester

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Silk

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Cotton

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Wool

Question 46

To secure a button firmly, which type of stitch is most commonly used?

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Backstitch

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Running stitch

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Slip stitch

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Cross stitch

Question 47

When creating fabric, which machine is used to interlace threads or yarns?

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Loom

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Spinning wheel

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Sewing machine

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Knitting machine

Question 48

Which of these tools is NOT commonly used in the process of sewing?

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Hammer

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Scissors

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Needle

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Thimble

Question 49

Which of the following is a material that does NOT come from plants or animals?

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Nylon

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Cotton

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Silk

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Wool

Question 50

What is the name of the process where threads are crisscrossed to create a fabric?

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Weaving

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Spinning

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Knitting

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Felting

Question 51

Which type of fabric allows air to pass through it easily?

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Cotton

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Denim

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Polyester

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Leather

Question 52

Which type of fabric is often used in curtains and window coverings?

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Muslin

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Canvas

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Denim

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Silk

Question 53

What is the main purpose of a sewing machine?

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To join fabrics together

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To cut fabrics

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To measure fabrics

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To iron fabrics

Question 54

What is a good safety habit when using a sewing machine?

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Keeping hair tied back

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Wearing loose clothing

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Letting young children use it

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Sewing without thread

Question 55

What technique is used to add raised designs to fabric?

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Embroidery

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Cross-stitch

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Weaving

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Felting

Question 56

Which fabric is known for being strong and long-lasting?

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Denim

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Cotton

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Silk

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Linen

Question 57

When making a simple cushion cover, what is the first step?

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Measuring and cutting the fabric

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Sewing the fabric

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Decorating the fabric

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Filling the cushion

Question 58

Which fabric is recognized for its warmth and quality?

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Wool

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Silk

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Cotton

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Linen

Question 59

What is the process of uniting two pieces of fabric together called?

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Joining

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Weaving

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Knitting

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Embroidery

Question 60

Which of these tools is used to determine the size of fabric?

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Ruler

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Compasses

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Micrometer

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Protractor

Question 61

What is the name of the device used to sew fabrics together?

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Sewing machine

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Knitting machine

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Embroidery machine

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Loom

Question 62

Which of these is a natural fiber?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

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Polyester

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Nylon

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Spandex

Question 63

What is the term for determining the density of threads in a fabric?

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Thread count

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Weave

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Yarn count

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GSM

Question 64

Which of these materials comes from plants or animals?

Accepted Answer

Cotton

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Wool

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Polyester

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Acrylic