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Sewing 1 Final Review

Total questions: 64

Worksheet time: 32mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The seam width (allowance) guidelines in the sewing machine are located on the:

a)

stitch plate

b)

stitch length control

c)

stitch number control

d)

none of the above

2.

How does the sewing machine form a stitch:

a)

Lower thread wrap around each other

b)

Upper thread wraps around the needle and interlocks through the fabric

c)

Upper thread and bobbin threads interlock.

d)

None of the above

3.

The feed dogs:

a)

holds the fabric in place

b)

move the fabric while stitching

c)

push the needle up and down

d)

all of the above

4.

The presser foot lifter/lever:

a)

Raises and lowers the presser foot

b)

Is found on the front of the sewing machine

c)

raises or lowers the feed dogs

d)

none of the above

5.

The function of the thread tension is to:

a)

Sew straight stitches

b)

control the tightness or looseness of the thread

c)

Move the fabric while stitching

d)

all of the above

6.

What is the best tool for measuring short distances of six inches or less?

a)

measuring tape

b)

yard stick

c)

wooden ruler

d)

seam gauge

7.

The handwheel on the sewing machine must be turned:

a)

towards you

b)

away from you

c)

it does not matter

d)

none of the above

8.

Which is NOT an advantage of using a serger?

a)

it cuts off excess fabric

b)

It finishes the seam

c)

It sews decorative top stitches

d)

all of the above are correct

9.

When using a serger, do not serge over:

a)

pins

b)

metal zippers

c)

excessive bulk

d)

all of the above are correct

10.

The best tool to take out stitches is with a:

a)

scissors

b)

knives

c)

seam ripper

d)

seam pointer

11.

What is used to hold the fabric together while cutting?

a)

bias tape

b)

pins

c)

patterns

d)

scotch guard

12.

Which of the following is used to take body measurements?

a)

yard stick

b)

seam guage

c)

ruler

d)

measuring tape

13.

Following the outside edge of the presser foot gives an approximate seam allowance width of:

a)

3/4" wide

b)

5/8" wide

c)

1/8" wide

d)

1/4" wide

14.

A common cause of skipped stitches is:

a)

a broken machine

b)

a damaged needle

c)

a broken presser foot

d)

Both A and C

15.

The pattern symbol illustrated indicates:

a)

Notches

b)

Straight of grain

c)

The fold line/Place on fold

d)

None of the above

16.

The LOWEST temperature setting on an iron is?

a)

Cotton

b)

Wool

c)

Silk

d)

Nylon

17.

Which of the following does not permanently set stains?

a)

Leaving the stain untreated for too long

b)

Heat

c)

Treating the stain immediately

18.

One way directional fabric means that the:

a)

Tops of the pattern pieces must always be the same direction

b)

Bottoms of the pattern pieces must always be the same direction

c)

Both A and B

d)

None of the above

19.

Grading/Layering is:

a)

The score you receive on a project

b)

Trimming each layer of a seem allowance in varying amounts to reduce bulk

c)

Taking notches out of your seam allowance

d)

Both A and C

20.

The standard seam allowance for a commercial pattern is:

a)

1/4"

b)

1/2"

c)

5/8"

d)

1"

21.

Casing widths should be approximately:

a)

the same size as the elastic

b)

1/2" wider than the elastic

c)

1/4" wider than the elastic

d)

as long as the elastic will fit, it does not matter

22.

The thread used for most sewing is:

a)

All purpose thread

b)

white thread

c)

specialty thread, depending on your project

d)

expensive thread

23.

Linen is made from what?

a)

Nylon

b)

Wool

c)

Cotton Plant

d)

Flax

24.

The straight of arrow grain on the pattern should be:

a)

Parallel to the selvage edge

b)

Perpendicular to the selvage edge

c)

Diagonal to the selvage edge

d)

None of the above

25.

Diagrams for cutting out layouts are found:

a)

on the pattern

b)

on the pattern envelope

c)

Both A and B

d)

On the pattern guide sheet

26.

Seam finishes are:

a)

pressing raw edges to the back of the project

b)

making a hem

c)

method of finishing raw edges of seam allowances

d)

not needed

27.

A correctly placed sewing machine needle is inserted:

a)

With the groove side (or rounded side) facing away from the thread.

b)

With the groove side (or rounded side) facing the thread.

c)

With the grove side (or rounded side) facing the back of the machine.

d)

It does not matter which way the groove is facing.

28.

Synthetic fibers:

a)

produced from animals

b)

often manufactured using chemical substances

c)

produced from plants

d)

none of the above

29.

What characteristic is unique to most synthetic fibers?

a)

they are heat sensitive

b)

they can be damaged easily

c)

they are really expensive

d)

All of the above are true

30.

Natural Fibers come from

a)

chemical substances

b)

plants or animals

c)

Man-made products

d)

None of the above

31.

The diagonal angle to the grain of the fabric is the:

a)

straight of grain

b)

lengthwise grain

c)

cross grain

d)

bias

32.

Pressing:

a)

Is an up and down motion

b)

should be done after each step in the sewing process

c)

is a very important aspect of sewing

d)

all of the above

33.

What is the following pattern symbol?

a)

Fold

b)

Notches

c)

The Grain Line

d)

# to cut

34.

Elastic, webbing or a draw string are threaded through a:

a)

Ease

b)

Casing

c)

Hem

d)

Safety Pin

35.

A standard seam is stitched with:

a)

1/4 inch seam allowance

b)

Right (pretty) sides together

c)

Wrong (ugly) sides together

36.

The BEST time to transfer markings to the fabric is:

a)

Before cutting out pattern pieces

b)

After the pattern pieces are cut out and removed from the fabric

c)

After the pattern pieces are cut out, but before they are removed

d)

None of the above

37.

In the illustration, which pattern piece has been incorrectly placed?

a)

Pattern piece 6

b)

Pattern piece 8

c)

Pattern piece 3

d)

Pattern piece 1

38.

Which is the best for cutting a pattern out of fabric?

a)

shears

b)

rotary blade

c)

seam ripper

d)

paper scissors

39.

To protect fabric from scorching when pressing, use a:

a)

paper towel

b)

press cloth

c)

wash cloth

d)

none of the above

40.

If the sewing machine is not correctly threaded, the thread will...

a)

not do anything

b)

skip stitches

c)

it won't turn on

41.

Cotton

a)

absorbs warmth and moisture

b)

repels bugs

c)

is expensive

d)

all of the above

42.

When pre-shrinking a washable fabric it is important to:

a)

wash in hot water always

b)

wash in cold water always

c)

wash in hot water and line dry

d)

wash and dry the fabric the same way it will regularly be laundered

43.

Lint on a sewing machine should be:

a)

removed regularly to prevent build up

b)

left alone and removed by professionals

c)

cleaned once a month

d)

kept on the machine, it helps it

44.

The lengthwise threads and the selvage edge are:

a)

perpendicular

b)

circular

c)

behind

d)

parallel

45.

Which sewing machine needle can be used for knit and woven fabrics:

a)

Sharp

b)

Pointed

c)

Large

d)

Universal

46.

Fabrics with a nap contain fibers that

a)

are long and luxurious

b)

are short and create texture

c)

are short and itchy

d)

are long and create texture

47.

The pattern symbol illustrates:

a)

Notch

b)

Straight of Grain

c)

The Fold Line

d)

None of the above

48.

In the illustration, which pattern piece has been incorrectly placed?

a)

Patter piece 6

b)

Patter piece 2

c)

Patter piece 3

d)

Patter piece 8

49.

Small diamond- or triangular-shaped markings on the cutting line of pattern pieces are:

a)

not needed

b)

they help the pattern look cool

c)

used for matching pattern pieces

d)

show where a button will go

50.

When using a rotary cutter:

a)

don't use a cutting mat or ruler

b)

you never have to change the blade

c)

cover/close the blade immediately after use

d)

none of the above

51.

Blends in fibers are used to:

a)

utilize the positive characteristics of each fiber

b)

save the environment

c)

allow more people to use them

52.

An advantage of cutting on the bias is for:

a)

no stretch

b)

stretch

c)

pattern direction

d)

none of the above

53.

The warmest fiber is:

a)

wool

b)

nylon

c)

cotton

d)

polyester

54.

The stitch length must be lengthened in order to:

a)

Sew your skirt together

b)

Normal Stitch

c)

Baste Stitch

d)

Sew on a zipper

55.

Using the illustration, which grainline is represented by Letter A?

a)

Selvage

b)

Lengthwise Grain

c)

Place on Fold

d)

Bias

e)

Crosswise Grain

56.

Using the illustration, which grainline is represented by Letter B?

a)

Selvage

b)

Lengthwise Grain

c)

Place on Fold

d)

Bias

e)

Crosswise Grain

57.

Using the illustration, which grainline is represented by Letter C?

a)

Selvage

b)

Lengthwise Grain

c)

Place on Fold

d)

Bias

e)

Crosswise Grain

58.

Using the illustration, which grainline is represented by Letter D?

a)

Selvage

b)

Lengthwise Grain

c)

Place on Fold

d)

Bias

e)

Crosswise Grain

59.

Using the illustration, which grainline is represented by Letter E?

a)

Selvage

b)

Lengthwise Grain

c)

Place on Fold

d)

Bias

e)

Crosswise Grain

60.

Which grainline has the least amount of stretch?

a)

selvage

b)

lengthwise grain

c)

place on fold

d)

bias

e)

crosswise grain

61.

Using the Sizing Chart, what SIZE do I need to make if my body measurements are: Bust-30 ½ , Waist-25, and Hip-33 ½:

a)

size 6

b)

size 8

c)

size 10

d)

size 12

62.

Using the Sizing Chart, what SIZE do I need to make if my body measurements are: Bust-34 , Waist-25, and Hip-38:

a)

size 10

b)

size 12

c)

size 14

d)

size 16

63.

Using the Yardage Chart, how much 45” wide fabric do I need for Jacket B in a size 12?

a)

2 1/4

b)

3 3/4

c)

2 3/4

d)

1 5/8

64.

Using the Yardage Chart, how much 60” wide fabric do I need for Jacket A in a size 8?

a)

1 5/8

b)

2 1/4

c)

2 1/8

d)

3 3/4

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