Clothing and Textiles

Question 1

1The first step in making a garment from a commercial pattern is to

Easy

A. cut out the fabric B. take body measurements C. stitch the seams D. press the garment

Question 2

2The part of a sewing machine that holds the bobbin is the

Easy

A. presser foot B. spool pin C. bobbin case (shuttle) D. balance wheel

Question 3

3Which stitch is strongest for hand-sewing a seam?

Easy

A. herringbone for hems only B. backstitch C. tacking D. running stitch

Question 4

4The sewing machine part that holds the bobbin is the

Easy

A. feed dog B. spool pin C. bobbin case D. presser foot

Question 5

5A wedge-shaped fold stitched to give shape to a garment over the bust or waist is a

Easy

A. gather B. dart C. tuck D. pleat

Question 6

6Which tool is used to remove unwanted stitches?

Easy

A. pinking shears B. tracing wheel C. seam ripper (unpicker) D. thimble

Question 7

7A paper guide used to cut out the pieces of a garment is a

Easy

A. tracing wheel B. tape measure C. template for embroidery only D. pattern

Question 8

8Temporary stitches used to hold fabric before machining are

Easy

A. chain stitches B. tacking stitches C. hemming stitches D. blanket stitches

Question 9

9A facing is used to

Hard

A. lengthen sleeves B. neaten raw edges such as necklines C. add pockets D. make pleats

Question 10

10Transferring pattern markings to fabric with carbon paper uses a

Easy

A. pinking shear B. bodkin C. thimble D. tracing wheel