Quiz on Pile Fabrics

What is a pile fabric?

• A fabric with a flat surface

• A fabric with an extra set of yarns forming a raised surface

• A fabric made only of synthetic fibers

• A fabric woven without any extra yarns

Which of the following is an example of a warp pile fabric?

• Corduroy

• Velveteen

• Terry cloth

• Denim

What is the primary difference between warp pile and weft pile fabrics?

• Warp pile fabrics have extra weft yarns, and weft pile fabrics have extra warp yarns

• Warp pile fabrics are always made from cotton

• Warp pile fabrics have extra warp yarns, and weft pile fabrics have extra weft yarns

• There is no difference

Which method is used to create velvet in warp pile fabrics?

• Wire method

• Double cloth method

• Tufting

• Knitting

In the wire method of creating pile fabrics, what is inserted during weaving?

• Extra weft yarns

• Wires to form loops

• Needles

• Adhesive

What is the main characteristic of Terry Cloth?

• Smooth surface

• Uncut loop pile

• Short and dense pile

• Made only from polyester

Which of the following is a weft pile fabric?

• Terry cloth

• Velveteen

• Velvet

• Denim

How is the pile in velveteen fabric created?

• Extra warp yarns forming loops

• Extra weft yarns floating on the surface and then cut

• Knitted loops forming texture

• Raised fibers by brushing

Which weave structures are commonly used in the base of pile fabrics?

• Satin weave

• Plain and Twill Weave

• Rib weave

• Basket weave

Which of the following is NOT a pile fabric?

• Velvet

• Corduroy

• Poplin

• Terry cloth