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Sewing by Hand @ HCP

Total questions: 23

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When passing scissors/shears to someone, you should offer them by the _________

a)

sharp end

b)

handle

c)

neither option

d)

both options

2.

Use sewing tools only for their intended _________

a)

date

b)

time

c)

place

d)

purpose

3.

When you set scissors or shears down, they should be _______

a)

handles

b)

closed

c)

purpose

d)

clear

4.

_________ is a barrier against bacteria. If it is broken then you could get an infection.

a)

shears and scissors

b)

handles

c)

skin

d)

essay

5.

Pins should not be put in your mouth or skin because:

a)

They are dirty

b)

You could swallow them

c)

They probably were on the floor at one time

d)

All of the above

6.

Fabric shears should be used for:

a)

Paper only

b)

Fabric only

c)

Paper and fabric

d)

Anything you need them for

7.
The opening in the end of a needle is called the:
a)
Hole
b)
Eye
c)
Hook
8.
What kind of buttons are these:
a)
Shank Buttons
b)
4-hole Buttons
c)
2-hole Buttons
9.
One of the strongest "hand sewing" stitches is the:
a)
Even Basting Stitch
b)
Catch Stitch
c)
Running Stitch
d)
Backstitch
10.

This is an example of the:

a)

Hemming Stitch

b)

Running Stitch

c)

Backstitch

d)

Catch Stitch

11.
What kind of buttons are these?
a)
Shank Buttons
b)
4-Hole Buttons
c)
2-Hole Buttons
12.
This is an example of the :
a)
Catch Stitch
b)
Hemming Stitch
c)
Running Stitch
d)
Overcast Stitch
13.
Pins should be kept:
a)
in your mouth
b)
on the counter
c)
in a pincushion
d)
in your clothing
14.
What is the definition or use of this sewing tool?
a)
a small, slender, rodlike instrument with a sharp point at one end and an eye for thread at the other, for passing thread through cloth to make stitches in sewing.
b)
scissors used for various fabrics
c)
a magnet used to magnetically hold pins in place until needed.
d)
a small tool used for ripping stitches
15.

Which of these is a sewing gauge?

a)
b)
c)
d)
16.
Clean up around your work area before you leave the classroom and put your materials away.
a)
true
b)
false
17.
Sewing can be fun and useful if you take pride, have patience, and are serious about doing your best work.
a)
true
b)
false
18.

What is a thimble

a)

A device used to help thread a needle

b)

A small opening at the top of a needle

c)

sewing tool used for measuring short spaces such as hems

d)

something used to protect your finger while hand sewing.

19.

Which finger on your sewing hand should you wear a thimble ?

a)

first

b)

middle

c)

you shouldn't wear a thimble on your sewing hand

d)

index

20.

Refer to your bell ringer folder, the thicker the fabric (i.e. denim, fake furs) the _______________ your needle size.

a)

longer

b)

lower

c)

higher

d)

heavier

21.

Refer to bell work folder. This stitch is used to finish raw fabric edges, to prevent unraveling.

a)

running stitch

b)

overcast stitch

c)

back sttich

d)

blanket stitch

22.

I can thread a needle, tie a knot.

a)

always

b)

sometimes

c)

never

d)

I don't know

23.

I need ______________ to complete sewing task in during class time. Check all that apply

a)

less time

b)

more time

c)

the class quieter

d)

to practice more

e)

one on one