Textiles Powerpoint

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary source of materials for producing textiles?

• Plastic polymers

• Natural fibers

• Metal alloys

• Ceramic compounds

Open Ended

Why is it important to understand the physical and working properties of different textiles when designing products?

Open Ended

Name some common fabrics.

Multiple Choice

Textiles can be categorised into several types. Which of the following is NOT a textile category?

• Natural fibres

• Synthetic fibres

• Recycled fibres

• Knitted textiles

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are natural fibres?

• Wool

• Polyester

• PVC

• Nylon

Open Ended

What do the words in bold (Wool, Cotton, Silk) have in common?

Open Ended

Explain how a sheep is related to the production of a wool sweater.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a property of cotton?

• Soft and absorbent

• Creases easily

• Expensive to produce

• Natural cellulosic fibre

Open Ended

Compare the properties of silk and wool. How do these properties influence their uses in textiles?

Multiple Select

Which fibres listed in the table are described as absorbent? Select all that apply.

• Cotton

• Linen

• Hemp

• Jute

Open Ended

What are the advantages of blending fibres such as polyester and polyamide (nylon) with other fibres?

Open Ended

Why is the aftercare of a polycotton shirt easier than with a pure cotton shirt?

Multiple Select

Select all the properties that apply to polyester as a synthetic fibre.

• Flame resistant

• Poor absorbency

• Melts as it burns

• Crease resistant

Multiple Choice

Which synthetic fibre is engineered for strength and heat resistance, and is five times stronger than nylon?

• Polyester

• Acrylic

• Aramid fibres

• Nylon (polyamide)

Open Ended

Explain the difference between warp and weft threads in woven textiles.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a typical use for plain weave fabrics?

• Bedding

• Tablecloths

• Swimwear

• Calico

Multiple Choice

Which type of knitting forms interlocking loops horizontally and is suitable for close fitting garments?

• Weft knitting

• Warp knitting

• Bonded knitting

• Felted knitting

Open Ended

What do you think is the average life span of a non-woven or bonded textile?

Open Ended

How does the construction of a fabric affect its properties?

Multiple Select

Which of the following properties are associated with non-woven or bonded textiles?

• Non-elastic

• Does not fray

• Easy to shape and mould

• Prone to shrinking

Open Ended

How do you think the physical and working properties of different textiles can affect their performance in various applications?

Multiple Choice

What are the primary sources of materials used for producing textiles?

• Natural sources such as plants and animals

• Synthetic sources such as petroleum

• Both natural and synthetic sources

• Only recycled materials