Laundering Honor

Why is it important to read the labels in garments before laundering them?

• They show the price of the garment

• They indicate the brand name

• They include washing instructions and material types

• They tell you the color of the garment

What is the proper way to prepare clothes for washing?

• Remove all items from pockets and zip up zippers

• Leave items in pockets

• Use hot water for all garments

• Wash all clothes together

What types of clothes should be washed in hot water?

• Delicates

• Whites and very dirty clothing

• Bright colors

• Knits

What should you do if you spill bleach on your skin?

• Wash it off right away

• Ignore it

• Wait for it to dry

• Apply lotion

What is a precaution when using liquid fabric softeners?

• Pour it directly on clothes

• Use it in the wash cycle

• Use it with hot water

• Add it during the rinse cycle when no soap is present

How should you remove blood stains from fabric?

• Use hot water

• Wipe with cool, salted water

• Scrub with soap

• Ignore the stain

How are woolen garments laundered?

• In the dryer on high heat

• Soaked in cold water with shampoo or special detergent

• In hot water with detergent

• By hand with soap

Why is it important to remove garments from a dryer immediately?

• To save energy

• To prevent wrinkles

• To cool down the clothes

• To make them smell better

What should you consider when selecting a washing machine?

• The color of the machine

• The financial cost and energy efficiency

• The brand name

• The size of the buttons

What type of materials should be dried only on the lowest heat setting?

• Cotton

• Foam rubber and delicates

• Towels

• Jeans