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WorksheetsChapter 18 Natural Fibers
Total questions: 27
Worksheet time: 13mins
Wool is processed by
Carding and combing
brushing and ginning
Combing and brushing
carding and ginning
Which of the following is NOT a natural fiber?
Linen
Bamboo
Wool
Nylon
Which of the following is made from an animal?
Cotton
Bamboo
Alpaca
Nylon
If you wanted to stay warm in the winter, which fiber should you choose?
Wool
Silk
Cotton
Rayon
If you wanted to stay cool in hot temperatures, which fiber should you choose?
Linen
Acrylic
Wool
Mohair
This is a fiber made from a goat that has curly hair. It is less expensive than cashmere but is still softer than regular wool.
Mohair
Angora
Silk
Cotton
This natural fiber often shrinks after its first wash. After that, it can easily be washed in the machine. It absorbs moisture well.
Wool
Cotton
Bamboo
Cashmere
This fiber is considered the world's oldest fiber.
Linen
Cotton
Silk
Rayon
Fibers are "spun" into continuous strands called... (2 answers)
Fibers
Thread/ Yarn
Apparel
Textiles
Fibers that come from a plant or animal based source are:
Natural Fibers
Man-Made Fibers
Cotton would be an example of a....
Natural Fiber
Apparel Fiber
Synthetic Fiber
Textile
Wool would be an example of...
Natural Fiber
Apparel
Synthetic Fiber
Textile
The ability to draw moisture away from the body
so the moisture can evaporate is called:
Wool
Weft
Wicking
Absorbent
This fiber is a cellulosic fiber; Oldest fiber; Cool and comfortable.
Wrinkles easily. Strong, durable and lustrous.
Cotton
Silk
Wool
Flax/Linen
This fiber is a natural protein fiber obtained by unwinding the cocoons of silkworms. Versatile and very comfortable.
Cotton
Silk
Wool
Flax/Linen
This fiber is a natural protein fiber made from the fleece of sheep or lambs. Hard wearing and absorbs moisture.
Cotton
Silk
Wool
Flax/Linen
What is the name for the longer yarns that run the length of fabric (up/ down)?
Weave
Warp
Weft
Twill
What is the name of the horizontal threads (side to side) that are woven through the warp in a woven fabric?
Weave
Warp
Weft
Twill
This fiber is made from plant or animal sources. Cotton, wool, silk, and linen are the most common.
Manufactured Fibers
Natural Fibers
Nonwovens
Knit Fabrics
What are the raw materials from which yarns and fabrics are made?
needles
fibers
leather
vegetables
True or False: Fibers can be either natural or man-made.
True
False
What is a continuous strand of fibers called?
fabric
fantasy
yarn
What source of fibre is this
wool
polyester
cotton
flax
Which natural fiber is the longest?
Silk
Cotton
Polyester
Jute
Cellulosic fibers come from:
Plants
Animals
Manufacturing Companies
Plants and animals
Protein fibers come from:
Animals
Plants
Animals and Plants
Factories
Mildew is a discoloration caused by a fungus when fabrics become:
damp
worn out
heated
cooled
