WorksheetsFacs 1 test
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 18mins
What segment of the fashion industry produces the fibers and fabrics from which clothing is made?
apparel industry
fashion-merchandising industry
fashion-promotion industry
textile industry
Nubby, bulky fabrics generally make a person look larger than fabrics with a dull finish, such as denim and flannel
TRUE
FALSE
What type of lines create a feeling of excitement and movement?
curved lines
horizontal lines
diagonal lines
vertical lines
In hot weather, tight-fitting clothes are a good choice because they allow perspiration to easily evaporate.
TRUE
FALSE
You are somewhat overweight and want to buy clothes that will make you appear slimmer. Which of the following design elements should you wear?
horizontal stripes, full shape, and bulky fabrics
natural shape, bulky fabric, and dark colors
tubular shape, horizontal stripes, and bright colors
vertical stripes, tubular shape, and fabrics with a dull finish
Before buying a new style of clothing that you like, try to recognize whether it is a fad that may go out of style quickly.
TRUE
FALSE
A dress has an irregular hemline that draws attention to this area. What design principle in this?
emphasis
proportion
balance
rhythm
Which of these creates a rectangular shape?
bell shape
tubular shape
full shape
natural shape
What fabric is most likely to be used in formal clothing?
corduroy
bulky wood
silk
flannel
You recently bought a suit that has a jacket and skirt, each of which are almost exactly the same length. Your best friend remarks that the suit "just doesn't look right". What design principle is being violated?
emphasis
proportion
balance
rhythm
How are intermediate colors created?
by changing the intensity of a primary color
by changing the intensity of a secondary color
by mixing two primary colors
by mixing a primary color and a secondary color
Which of these is a primary color
green
blue
orange
purple
George is wearing a beige shirt, tan sweater, and light brown trousers. What kind of color scheme is he wearing
monochomatic
triadic
complementary
all of above
How can you check to see if a garment is easily wrinkles
Bunch the fabric up in a ball and sit on it
Crush the garment in your hand and then stretch it
Grasp a handful of fabric, crush it in your hand, and then release it
Roll the garment on a table or chair and then unroll it
What fiber is exceptionally strong, absorbent, and comfortable but wrinkles easily and must be pressed with a very hot iron?
linen
polyester
silk
wool
You want a shirt that is soft and warm and resists wrinkling and fading. What fabric would be your best bet?
acetate
acrylic
rayon
spandex
What kind of weave is typically used with denim?
plain weave
satin weave
twill weave
diagonal weave
What is true concerning knits?
They are less likely to be colorfast than other fabrics
They are made by pulling loops of yarn through other loops of yarn, creating interlocking rows.
They wrinkle and shrink more easily than other fabrics and require dry cleaning
all of above
Which of these is a reason that fabric finish might be applied to a garment
to make it colorfast
to make it feel softer
to make it less likely to wrinkle
all of above
What might happen if a dryer's lint filter is not cleaned regularly
colors may not remain true
clothes may shrink
the lint may catch on fire
the clothes may become covered with lint
How id ironing different from pressing?
In Ironing you slide the iron over the fabric, whereas in pressing you lift the iron and set back down on the fabric
Why is it a good idea to store knitted fabrics folded rather than on hangers
to prevent them from stretching
What is most likely to happen if you over crowd your closet?
Clothes will become wrinkled
What type of weave is over 1 under 1
What type of weave is over 2 under 2
What type of weave is over 4 under 1
If clothes are left wet or damp long enough they can develop_____, a fungus that shows up as small black dots
Cleaning the ____ filter in the dryer before every load not only helps clothes dry faster but also is essential for safety
_____ fabrics are comfortable and stretch with movement, but yet return to their original shape
knit
____ is a manufactured fiber made entirely of chemicals that resists wrinkles and shrinking, but is not very absorbent and often gets oily stains
Made of the stalk of the flax plant, ____ is stronger than cotton and very absorbent, but it wrinkles easily
A garment's _____ contains information such as brand name, size, and bar code and is meant to be removed after purchase
hang-tag
____is a term used to describe the brightness or dullness of a color
intensity
The shape that is created when lines are combined into a single garment is called its ______
Designers use line, shape, color, and other design elements to create a(n)______, which tricks the eye and camouflages or emphasizes certain physical features
illusion
This summer, the most popular clothes feature muted colors, textured fabrics, and natural shapes. These elements reflect the current ______ or popular design characteristics
fashion
