Cutting Tools and Equipment Quiz

What is the primary use of scissors in garment production?

• Cutting heavy fabrics

• Snipping and trimming fabrics

• Marking patterns on fabric

• Measuring fabric lengths

Which type of scissors is specifically designed for fine needlework?

• Electric scissors

• Paper cutting scissors

• Embroidery scissors

• Trimming scissors

What is the purpose of a seam ripper?

• To remove unwanted stitches

• To cut fabric pieces

• To measure fabric lengths

• To mark fabric patterns

Which cutting tool is used for cutting long straight edges?

• Bent-handled shears

• Pinking shears

• Thread clippers

• Embroidery scissors

What is the function of a rotary cutter?

• Cutting fabric with a retractable blade

• Marking patterns on fabric

• Cutting paper only

• Measuring fabric lengths

Which measuring tool is used for checking seam widths?

• Seam gauge

• Yard stick

• Measuring tape

• Ruler

What is the primary difference between pressing and ironing?

• Pressing involves sliding the iron, ironing does not

• Pressing is done with steam, ironing is not

• Pressing is a lifting motion, ironing is sliding

• There is no difference

Which pressing tool is used for pressing seams open?

• Seam roll

• Tailors ham

• Mini iron

• Clapper

What type of needle is best for sewing knitted fabrics?

• Universal needle

• Wedge point needle

• Ball point needle

• Regular sharp point needle

Which tool is used to transfer markings from patterns onto fabric?

• Tailors chalk

• Measuring tape

• Seam gauge

• Tracing wheel