WorksheetsSewing Safety Basics
Total questions: 62
Worksheet time: 38mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
This tool has a head and is used to temporarily hold fabric together
a)
pin
b)
needle
c)
iron
d)
sharp pointy thing
2.
This tool has an eye and is used to carry thread through the fabric to make stitches
a)
thread
b)
pin
c)
seam ripper
d)
needle
3.
This tool is used to measure curved areas
a)
measuring tape
b)
yard stick
c)
ruler
d)
seam gauge
4.
This tool is used to press fabric flat
a)
presser foot
b)
iron
c)
yard stick
d)
needle clamp
5.
This tool is used to cut fabric ONLY!!
a)
sissors
b)
pinking shears
c)
shears
d)
pizza cutter
6.
This tool cuts fabric in a zig zag pattern to prevent fraying.
a)
pinking shears
b)
sissors
c)
shears
d)
craft sissors
7.
When passing scissors to another person offer them the:
a)
points
b)
middle
c)
handles
d)
none of the above
8.
Avoid accidents with the iron by:
a)
keeping water in the iron when you store it
b)
keeping the iron cord out of people's way
c)
resting the ion on it's side when not in use
d)
ironing on a bed
9.
When you place your scissors on a surface, you should:
a)
put themm on the sewing machine so you don't lose them
b)
leave them open so they will be easier to pick up again
c)
close them so the sharp edges aren't exposed
d)
lay them with the point facing
10.
Sewing items like seam rippers, needles, scissors, and straight pins can cause injury and should be handled carefully
a)
true
b)
false
11.
Touch an iron to see if it is hot enough to use.
a)
true
b)
false
12.
Clean up around your work area before you leave the classroom and put your materials away.
a)
true
b)
false
13.
Sewing can be fun and useful if you take pride, have patience, and are serious about doing your best work.
a)
true
b)
false
14.
Unplug the iron cord to add or empty water.
a)
true
b)
false
15.
Avoid sewing over straight pins.
a)
true
b)
false
16.
Absolutely no horseplay in the sewing lab, with any sewing equipment
a)
true
b)
false
17.
Students should walk with sheers with the blades pointing
a)
Toward the floor
b)
Toward the ceiling
c)
Students should never walk with shears
d)
Outward
18.
What is the standard seam allowance?
a)
1/4"
b)
1/2"
c)
5/8"
d)
7/8"
19.
Which of the following is not a notion?
a)
fabric
b)
buttons
c)
thread
d)
zippers
20.
Match the equipment with its name.
a)
tape measure
b)
seam gauge
c)
shears
d)
seam ripper
21.
It is best to avoid wearing dangling jewelry and loose sleeves when sewing.
a)
True
b)
False
22.
If you stick yourself with a straight pin or needle, both should be sanitized.
a)
True
b)
False
23.
There is no danger in talking to or distracting your neighbor as he/she sews.
a)
true
b)
false
24.
This tool is used to remove unwanted stitches.
a)
Clippers
b)
Seam ripper
c)
Pinking shears
25.
We use this to protect our finger when hand sewing.
a)
Sewing gauge
b)
Seam ripper
c)
Thimble
26.
What tool do we use to take body measurements?
a)
Sewing guage
b)
Tape measure
c)
Yardstick
27.
This tool is used to store pins magnetically
a)
pin cushion
b)
pin magnet
c)
seam gauge
d)
vaccum
28.
What kinds of pins are these:
a)
Straight Pins
b)
Safety Pins
c)
Bobby Pins
d)
Push Pins
29.
The opening in the end of a needle is called the:
a)
Hole
b)
Eye
c)
Hook
30.
Sew at a _________ speed.
a)
fast
b)
slow
c)
medium
d)
quick
31.
Sewing at a fast speed will cause you _________.
a)
make mistakes.
b)
finish first.
c)
sew straight.
d)
sew correctly.
32.
When sewing, where do you place your fingers?
a)
anywhere
b)
in front of the needle
c)
on the side of the presser foot
d)
on your lap
33.
The __________ controls the speed of the machine.
a)
handwheel
b)
presser foot
c)
foot control
d)
needle
34.
If an iron or sewing machine is not operating correctly, you should:
a)
tell the teacher as soon as possible
b)
use another iron or sewing machine and forget about it
c)
try to fix it yourself
d)
change out the broken part
35.
A sewing machine speed controller is expensive and will break if treated in a harsh way.
a)
true
b)
false
36.
Store an iron on it's heel.
a)
true
b)
false
37.
If you hurt yourself in the sewing lab let the teacher know immediately so that you may be sent to our nurse.
a)
true
b)
false
38.
There is no need to sanitize shears if you cut yourself with them.
a)
true
b)
false
39.
Disconnect the iron by pulling the cord from the electric outlet
a)
true
b)
false
40.
Remove your foot from the foot control when you are not sewing.
a)
true
b)
false
41.
Sharp shears are the safest shears to use when cutting fabric.
a)
true
b)
false
42.
Absolutely no horseplay in the sewing lab, with any sewing equipment
a)
true
b)
false
43.
Keep protective covers on a seam ripper when not in use.
a)
true
b)
false
44.
Push or pull the fabric through the sewing machine.
a)
true
b)
false
45.
Use good posture when sitting at the sewing machine.
a)
true
b)
false
46.
It is o.k. to take your shoes off while you are sewing.
a)
true
b)
false
47.
Keep voices low and talk only about the sewing task.
a)
true
b)
false
48.
Sitting on the sewing machine cabinet is a safe thing to do?
a)
true
b)
false
49.
Sewing machine drawers and cabinet doors should be kept closed.
a)
true
b)
false
50.
The steam valve/button must be up for adding water to the steam iron
a)
true
b)
false
51.
Set the temperature control of the iron to your fabric type.
a)
true
b)
false
52.
Clean up spilled water immediately.
a)
true
b)
false
53.
When you are learning to operate the sewing machine, you should:
a)
keep your eyes on the spool of thread
b)
use a slow speed
c)
use a fast speed
d)
hold on to the side of the machine with your let hand
54.
To detach the cord from sewing machine, you should:
a)
tug and pull on the cord
b)
disconnect the cord from the sewing machine first, then from the outlet
c)
never disconnect the sewing machine
d)
disconnect the cord from the outlet first, then from the sewing machine.
55.
The best place to hold pins while sewing is:
a)
in your mouth
b)
in a pincushion
c)
pinned to your sleeve
d)
on the table
56.
To prevent injury when the sewing machine is operating you should:
a)
lean close to the needle to watch the stitching line
b)
be ready to pull the plug if the machine does not stop
c)
use a fast speed
d)
keep your fingers away from the needle
57.
When stitching a pinned seam you should:
a)
remove the pins as you come to them and put them in a pincushion
b)
hold your fingers close to the pins
c)
ignore the pins and stitch at a regular speed
d)
ignore the pins and stitch at a fast speed
58.
Sewing items like seam rippers, needles, scissors, and straight pins can cause injury and should be handled carefully
a)
true
b)
false
59.
If you break a sewing machine needle be sure to hide it and take one from another machine so the teacher won't know.
a)
True
b)
false
60.
Sewing equipment like a tracing wheel can leave marks on a wooden surface.
a)
true
b)
false
61.
If you stick yourself with a straight pin or needle, both should be sanitized.
a)
True
b)
False
62.
When passing scissors to another person offer them the:
a)
points
b)
middle
c)
handles
d)
none of the above
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