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Introduction to Textiles

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 15mins

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Class
Date
1.

The definition of 'Textiles' is:

a)

The artistic or creative expression of ideas and thoughts through a textile medium.

b)

Many different types of fabric, normally woven, knitted or bonded (non-woven).

c)

The processing of basic fibres into yarns and fabrics.

d)

The process that uses a combination of aesthetic and functional components to create solutions for an intended need.

2.

Some examples of textiles include (hint: there is more than one answer for this question):

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
3.

Fibres are the _____________ unit of a textiles fabric. Fibres are hairlike strands which are twisted together to make yarns.

a)

Biggest

b)

Weakest

c)

Smallest

d)

Strongest

4.

Yarns are made up of a number of fibres twisted together. The process of making yarns from fibres is called _____________ and makes the yarns strong, smooth and fine.

a)

Twisting

b)

Spinning

c)

Felting

d)

Bonding

5.

Fibres that are small are called:

a)

Tiny fibres

b)

Filament fibres

c)

Staple fibres

d)

Weak fibres

6.

Fibres that are long are called:

a)

Big fibres

b)

Filament fibres

c)

Staple fibres

d)

Strong fibres

7.

Which fibre is sustainable?

a)

Nylon

b)

Cotton

c)

Polyester

d)

Acrylic

8.

True or False - Some yarns can be made up of more than one kind of fibre.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

The correct method of fabric production is:

a)

Fibre > Yarn > Fabric

b)

Fabric > Fibre > Yarn

c)

Yarn > Fibre > Fabric

d)

Fibre > Fabric > Yarn

10.

The THREE main types of textile construction are:

a)

Woven, Knitted and Bonded

b)

Woven, Felted and Interlaced

c)

Woven, Knitted and Non-woven

d)

Bonded, Interwoven and Felted

11.

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of Textiles:

a)

Protection

b)

Individualtiy

c)

Decoration

d)

Collection

e)

Comfort

12.

Which of the following are focus areas in textiles (hint: there is more that one answer to this question):

a)

Apparel

b)

Non- Apparel

c)

Camping Equipment

d)

Furnishings

e)

Hats and Headwear

13.

True or False - Electronic Textiles (E-Textiles) is a type of fabric that contains electronic elements.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

There are TWO main classifications of fibres, they are:

a)

Cotton

b)

Manufactured

c)

Synthetic

d)

Natural

15.

Natural fibres are ______________ and ________________ .

a)

Renewable resources

b)

Non - renewable

c)

Finite

d)

Infinite

16.

Cotton, Wool, Linen and Silk are examples of:

a)

Natural Fibres

b)

Manufactured Fibres

17.

Polyester, Nylon and Acrylic are examples of:

a)

Natural Fibres

b)

Manufactured Fibres

18.

Which of the following is an advantage of cotton:

a)

Expensive

b)

Stiff

c)

Comfortable

d)

Sparkly

19.

This is a fine, lustrous (shiny) fibre that comes from a cocoon spun by a worm. It is sensitive to heat, sunlight and water spots.

a)

Flax

b)

Silk

c)

Acrylic

d)

Cotton

20.

Fibres that form the fleece of a sheep are:

a)

Wool

b)

Cotton

c)

Leather

d)

Nylon

21.

True or False - Wool is a renewable fibre.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

What finish adds colour to fabrics?

a)

Quilting

b)

Beading

c)

Brushing

d)

Dyeing

23.

A common stitch used in sewing and embroidery where the thread runs in and out of the fabric

a)

Chain stitch

b)

Running stitch

c)

Blanket stitch

d)

Cross stitch

24.

A sewing and embroidery technique in which a series of looped stitches form a chain-like pattern

a)

Running stitch

b)

Lazy daisy stitch

c)

Chain stitch

d)

Blanket stitch

25.

A sewing and embroidery stitch that includes a series of flat stitches that are used to completely cover a section of the background fabric.

a)

Satin stich

b)

French knot

c)

Feather stitch

d)

Cross stitch