Chapter 18 Natural Fibers

Wool is processed by

• Carding and combing

• brushing and ginning

• Combing and brushing

• carding and ginning

Which of the following is NOT a natural fiber?

• Linen

• Bamboo

• Wool

• Nylon

Which of the following is made from an animal?

• Cotton

• Bamboo

• Alpaca

• Nylon

If you wanted to stay warm in the winter, which fiber should you choose?

• Wool

• Silk

• Cotton

• Rayon

If you wanted to stay cool in hot temperatures, which fiber should you choose?

• Linen

• Acrylic

• Wool

• Mohair

This is a fiber made from a goat that has curly hair. It is less expensive than cashmere but is still softer than regular wool.

• Mohair

• Angora

• Silk

• Cotton

This natural fiber often shrinks after its first wash. After that, it can easily be washed in the machine. It absorbs moisture well.

• Wool

• Cotton

• Bamboo

• Cashmere

This fiber is considered the world's oldest fiber.

• Linen

• Cotton

• Silk

• Rayon

Fibers are "spun" into continuous strands called... (2 answers)

• Fibers

• Thread/ Yarn

• Apparel

• Textiles

Fibers that come from a plant or animal based source are:

• Natural Fibers

• Man-Made Fibers