Clothing and Textiles

Question 1

1Calendering gives fabric

Hard

A. stretch B. flame resistance C. a smooth, glossy surface D. a rough texture

Question 2

2Fabric finishes are applied mainly to

Easy

A. remove the colour B. make fabric weaker C. add weight only D. improve the appearance, feel or performance of fabrics

Question 3

3Waterproof finishes are used on

Easy

A. handkerchiefs B. towels C. raincoats and tents D. underwear

Question 4

4Mercerisation of cotton improves its

Easy

A. weight B. lustre and strength C. smell D. roughness

Question 5

5Sanforisation is a finish that

Hard

A. controls shrinkage of cotton B. adds colour C. makes fabric waterproof D. adds shine only

Question 6

6Treating cotton with caustic soda under tension to make it lustrous and stronger is

Medium

A. bleaching B. mercerisation C. sanforisation D. singeing

Question 7

7Flame-retardant finishes are important for

Easy

A. sports shoes B. children's nightwear and curtains C. socks D. bags

Question 8

8Stain-resistant finishes are useful for

Easy

A. thread B. bags only C. socks D. upholstery and tablecloths

Question 9

9Crease-resistant finishes help fabrics to

Easy

A. resist wrinkling B. shrink C. fade D. absorb water

Question 10

10A finish that stops fabric shrinking when washed is

Easy

A. waterproofing B. shrink-resistant (pre-shrinking) finish C. flame-proofing D. brushing