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SOPD Post Test Review

Total questions: 108

Worksheet time: 55mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Holds the fabric against the feed dogs

a)

stitch width buttons

b)

presser foot

c)

spool pin

d)

backstitch button

2.

Interfacing is used primarily to:

a)

provide stability to fabrics

b)

join two pieces of fabric together

c)

make sewing easier

d)

finish the raw edges of fabric

3.

A seam finish is:

a)

the last step in the sewing process

b)

applied to the raw edge of the fabric to prevent fraying

c)

the last line on the stitch plate

d)

the same thing as a basting stitch

4.

Which of the following is the purpose of clean finishing?

a)

to maintain the grainline

b)

to prevent fraying

c)

to prevent stitching

d)

to improve/enhance the appearance of the seam

5.

A standard seam is stitched:

a)

right sides together

b)

wrong sides together

c)

one right side and one wrong side together

d)

edges of the fabric uneven

6.

The _____________ sewing machine needle is ideal for knit AND woven fabrics.

a)

sharp

b)

universal

c)

ball point

d)

wedge

7.

Casings for elastic or drawstrings should be:

a)

½” larger than the elastic or cord

b)

½” smaller than the elastic or cord

c)

¼” larger than the elastic or cord

d)

¼” smaller than the elastic or cord

8.

Position buttons on a shirt ___________ buttonholes are made.

a)

before

b)

after

c)

as

9.

To reduce bulk in garments:

a)

cut small notches from the fabric in the seam allowance

b)

grade the seam allowances

10.

When cutting one-way or directional prints:

a)

cut one pattern piece at a time

b)

make sure to cut all pieces in the same direction

c)

it does not matter which direction the pieces are laid out

11.

The straight of grain runs:

a)

parallel to the selvage

b)

perpendicular to the selvage

c)

diagonal to the selvage

d)

the same direction as the print on the fabric

12.

When pre-washing fabrics, you should:

a)

always use hot water

b)

launder it the same way it will be washed or dried when the project is completed

c)

take it to get dry cleaned

d)

always use cold water and avoid machine drying the material

13.

Ease is:

a)

added for style and fit

b)

the short fibers that create texture on fabrics

c)

increasing/decreasing the size of the pattern

d)

not that important in sewing

14.

The place on fold line on a pattern is:

a)

a straight line with arrows on each end of it

b)

the guide for cutting out the right size

c)

a solid double ended arrow that is bend on both ends

d)

a small diamond shaped marking you cut around

15.

Ball point pen can often be removed by:

a)

rubbing with peanut butter

b)

spraying with hairspray

c)

putting the garment in the freezer

d)

pouring bleach directly on the stain

16.

Stains should be:

a)

bleached immediately

b)

left alone until it can be washed

c)

rubbed and scrubbed at

d)

treated immediately to avoid setting

17.

Standard thread used for most sewing is:

a)

all purpose

b)

quilting

c)

embroidery

d)

heavy duty

18.

How is a serger different from a regular sewing machine?

a)

a serger is easier to thread

b)

a serger trims, stitches, and finishes seams

c)

a serger sews slowly

d)

a serger has two bobbins

19.

Parallel to the selvage edge. Provides the least 

    amount of stretch in the fabric.

a)

straight of grain

b)

bias grain

c)

crosswise grain

d)

lengthwise grain

20.

Short cuts made in the seam allowance, but not 

    through the stitching, to allow for bendability.

a)

clipping

b)

notching

c)

grading

d)

gathering

21.

The tightly woven edge of fabric that runs parallel to the grainline

a)

selvage

b)

edging

c)

straight of grain

d)

raw edge

22.

A tunnel through which elastic or cording is threaded.

a)

casing

b)

clipping

c)

waistband

d)

selvage

23.

Blends are created in yarns and threads to:

a)

make materials more full

b)

make aesthetically pleasing designs

c)

reduce the cost of yarns

d)

utilize the positive characteristics of each fiber

24.

To press nylon, use:

a)

low pressing temperatures

b)

high pressing temperatures

c)

any pressing temperature

d)

medium pressing temperatures

25.

These fibers are less absorbent than natural fibers and are very heat sensitive:

a)

blended fibers

b)

wool fibers

c)

synthetic fibers

d)

cotton fibers

26.

Synthetic fibers are:

a)

naturally produced

b)

manufactured through the use of chemical substances

c)

produced from animal hair fibers

d)

produced from plant substances

27.

Linen is:

a)

made from flax

b)

stronger than cotton

c)

expensive

28.

The feed dogs on a sewing machine:

a)

have no function

b)

control the length of the stitches

c)

control the position of the needle

d)

move the fabric during stitching

29.

Cotton is comfortable to wear. It also:

a)

absorbs moisture

b)

takes a long time to dry

c)

is expensive

d)

comes from animals

30.

A common reason for skipped stitches could be:

a)

the needle is blunt, bent, or threaded incorrectly

b)

you are using poor thread or fabric

c)

the thread tension is too tight or loose

31.

The rule for pressing is to:

a)

press at the end of the project

b)

press after every three construction steps

c)

press as you sew

d)

take it to the cleaners and get it professionally pressed

32.

The standard stitch width for seam allowances on most commercial patterns is:

a)

5/8"

b)

3/4"

c)

1/4"

d)

1/8"

33.

When the stitches are not flat on both sides of the fabric after sewing, you should:

a)

check the upper threading

b)

check the thread tension

c)

check the bobbin threading

34.

The thread take-up lever needs to be:

a)

tight before starting to sew

b)

in the middle before starting to sew

c)

at the lowest point before starting to sew

d)

at the highest point before starting to sew

35.

The best temperature setting for ironing or pressing synthetic fabrics is:

a)

low/nylon

b)

medium/wool

c)

high/cotton

d)

ultra high w/ steam

36.

When pressing a garment, using a pressing cloth protects the fabric from:

a)

the heat of the iron

b)

shiny marks made by the iron

c)

getting wet from the steam

37.

Pressing is done in a/an _________ motion.

a)

hard & fast

b)

soft & slow

c)

back & forth

d)

up & down

38.

Controls the length of stitches; from a tight stitch to a basting stitch

a)

stitch length button

b)

spool pin

c)

backstitch button

d)

stitch width button

39.

Holds the spool of thread at the top of the machine in order to thread

a)

backstitch button

b)

spool pin

c)

presser foot

d)

stitch width button

40.

Controls the width of the stitches; from a straight stitch to a zig-zag stitch

a)

spool pin

b)

presser foot

c)

stitch length button

d)

stitch width button

41.

Useful in removing small stitches

a)

seam ripper

b)

scissors

c)

pins

d)

shears

42.

Allows the machine to stitch backwards to reinforce stitching

a)

stitch width button

b)

backstitch button

c)

stitch length button

d)

presser foot

43.

This controls the tightness or looseness of the 

    top thread

a)

thread tension dial/wheel

b)

stitch plate

c)

handwheel

d)

thread take up lever

44.

Advances the stitches forward; it should 

    always be turned to you unless backstitching

a)

backstitch button

b)

stitch plate

c)

handwheel

d)

feed dogs

45.

This is where the seam allowance guidelines 

    are found in the sewing machine

a)

pattern piece

b)

stitch plate

c)

thread tension

d)

seam gauge

46.

This should be at its highest point before

    beginning to sew

a)

thread take up lever

b)

handwheel

c)

thread tension

d)

needle

47.

Must be kept sharp and used ONLY on fabric

a)

seam ripper

b)

pins

c)

shears

d)

scissors

48.

Used for measuring long distances, straight 

    of grain and body measurements

a)

measuring tape

b)

seam gauge

c)

ruler

d)

stitch plate

49.

Metal 6-inch ruler with sliding marker

a)

measuring tape

b)

seam gauge

c)

ruler

d)

stitch plate

50.

Temporarily holds layers of fabric together for cutting and sewing

a)

fingers

b)

pins

51.

Cutting V-shaped wedges out of the seam allowance

a)

grading

b)

basting

c)

cutting

d)

notching

52.

The presser foot lever:

a)

keeps the fabric in place

b)

runs the sewing machine

c)

raises and lowers the presser foot

d)

presses the needle through the fabric

53.

Trimming layers of seam allowance to decrease bulk

a)

grading

b)

basting

c)

cutting

d)

notching

54.

Long temporary stitches used to hold pieces of fabric

    together

a)

notching

b)

pinning

c)

basting

d)

grading

55.

The space from the seam to the edge of the material

a)

stitch width

b)

stitch length

c)

seam size

d)

seam allowance

56.

Diagonal angle of fabric. Provides the greatest stretch.

a)

straight

b)

bias

c)

crosswise (weft)

d)

lengthwise (warp)

57.

The parts of the serger that trims the fabric as it stitches are the:

a)

scissors

b)

blades

c)

knives

d)

edgers

58.

A rotary cutter:

a)

should only be used on a cutting mat and ruler

b)

should only be used on the cutting counter top

c)

can only be used on woven fabrics

d)

can only be used on knit fabrics

59.

The outside edge of the presser foot is approximately ____ from the needle when in the center position.

a)

5/8"

b)

3/4"

c)

1/4"

d)

1/8"

60.

When using a pattern where can you find the size chart?

a)

pattern envelope

b)

pattern guide sheet

61.

When using a pattern where can you find the list of pattern pieces?

a)

pattern envelope

b)

pattern guide sheet

62.

When using a pattern where can you find the pattern piece layout?

a)

pattern envelope

b)

pattern guide sheet

63.

When using a pattern where can you find the list of suggested fabrics?

a)

pattern envelope

b)

pattern guide sheet

64.

When using a pattern where can you find the list of notions needed?

a)

pattern envelope

b)

pattern guide sheet

65.

When using a pattern where can you find the yardage chart?

a)

pattern envelope

b)

pattern guide sheet

66.

When using a pattern where can you find the construction steps?

a)

pattern envelope

b)

pattern guide sheet

67.

When cutting out a pattern, the notch is:

a)

a straight line with arrows on the end

b)

the guide for the straight of grain

c)

the guide for cutting out the right size

d)

a small diamond marking you cut around

68.

The bias grain runs:

a)

parallel to the selvage

b)

perpendicular to the selvage

c)

diagonal to the selvage

d)

the same direction as the print on the fabric

69.

To correctly pin a pattern piece to the fabric, the pins should:

a)

not extend over the grainline

b)

be placed only on the grainline

c)

not extend over the cutting line

d)

be placed on the cutting line

70.

What measurement corresponds with line A?

a)

1/4"

b)

3/8"

c)

1/2"

d)

5/8"

e)

3/4"

71.

What measurement corresponds with line B?

a)

1/4"

b)

3/8"

c)

1/2"

d)

5/8"

e)

3/4"

72.

What measurement corresponds with line C?

a)

1/4"

b)

3/8"

c)

1/2"

d)

5/8"

e)

3/4"

73.

What measurement corresponds with line D?

a)

1/4"

b)

3/8"

c)

1/2"

d)

5/8"

e)

3/4"

74.

What measurement corresponds with line E?

a)

1/4"

b)

3/8"

c)

1/2"

d)

5/8"

e)

3/4"

75.

Match the correct vocabulary word for A

a)

bias grain

b)

lengthwise (warp) grain

c)

crosswise (weft) grain

d)

selvage

76.

Match the correct vocabulary word for B

a)

bias grain

b)

lengthwise (warp) grain

c)

crosswise (weft) grain

d)

selvage

77.

Match the correct vocabulary word for D

a)

bias grain

b)

lengthwise (warp) grain

c)

crosswise (weft) grain

d)

selvage

78.

Match the correct vocabulary word for F

a)

bias grain

b)

lengthwise (warp) grain

c)

crosswise (weft) grain

d)

selvage

79.

Match the correct vocabulary word for C

a)

fold

b)

raw edge

c)

right side

d)

selvage

80.

Match the correct vocabulary word for E

a)

raw edge

b)

fold

c)

crosswise (weft) grain

d)

lengthwise (warp) grain

81.

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

82.

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

83.

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

84.

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

85.

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

86.

The pattern symbol illustrated indicates:

a)

Notches

b)

Straight of grain

c)

The fold line/Place on fold

d)

None of the above

87.

Linen is made from what?

a)

Nylon

b)

Wool

c)

Cotton Plant

d)

Flax

88.

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

89.

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.

90.

Natural Fibers come from

a)

chemical substances

b)

plants or animals

c)

Man-made products

d)

None of the above

91.

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

92.

What is the following pattern symbol?

a)

Fold

b)

Notches

c)

The Grain Line

d)

# to cut

93.

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

94.

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

95.

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

96.

The pattern symbol illustrates:

a)

Notch

b)

Straight of Grain

c)

The Fold Line

d)

None of the above

97.

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

98.

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

99.

Notches 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

100.

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

101.

An advantage of cutting on the bias is for:

a)

no stretch

b)

stretch

c)

pattern direction

d)

none of the above

102.

The warmest fiber is:

a)

wool

b)

nylon

c)

cotton

d)

polyester

103.

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

104.

Which grainline has the least amount of stretch?

a)

selvage

b)

lengthwise grain

c)

place on fold

d)

bias

e)

crosswise grain

105.

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

106.

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

107.

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

108.

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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