Fibers, Fabrics and Care Review

Which of the following is true about cotton?

• It is absorbent.

• It does not wrinkle.

• It is difficult to launder.

• It is uncomfortable.

Term used to refer to fibers, yarns and fabrics is?

• Seam finish

• Fabric.

• Textiles.

• Fiber.

Which of the following fibers is warm, but it shrinks when laundered improperly?

• Nylon.

• Cotton.

• Wool.

• Polyester.

Why are fibers blended together in fabric?

• To improve the heat sensitivity.

• To utilize the positive characteristics of each fiber.

• To make the fabric more attractive.

• To decrease pilling in a fabric.

What is the most common fiber blend?

• Nylon and polyester.

• Wool and cotton.

• Cotton and polyester.

• Cotton and silk.

What is the easiest fabric to sew on?

• Silk

• Wool

• Cotton

• Nylon

What is a manufactured fiber?

• A fiber from a plant or animal.

• A yarn made from nature.

• Fibers that are made from chemical compounds.

• Fibers only come from nature; not chemicals.

Which of the following is true about MANUFACTURED fibers?

• They are made from chemical substances.

• They are produced from plants.

• They are produced from animals.

• They are expensive to produce.

Which characteristic is true about MANUFACTURED fibers?

• They are heat sensitive.

• They are very absorbent.

• They are more expensive than natural fibers.

• They are heat resistant.

Which of the following is true about NATURAL fibers?

• They are heat sensitive.

• They are made from chemical substances.

• They are produced from plants or animals.

• They are less expensive to produce.