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WorksheetsHome Economics Year 9 Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is a textile?
Fabric made from fibers
Material made from metals
Substance made from plastics
Only natural materials
What are the main classes of textiles?
Natural, synthetic, blended
Cotton, polyester, wool
Fabric, fiber, yarn
Only natural fibers
What are the properties of textiles?
Strength, durability, texture
Color, pattern, design
Weight, size, shape
All of the above
What is the difference between fiber and fabric?
Fiber is raw material, fabric is finished product
Fiber is finished product, fabric is raw material
Fiber and fabric are interchangeable
Only synthetic fibers
Why are textiles important?
Provides clothing, shelter, employment
Only provides clothing
Only provides shelter
Only provides employment
What are natural fibers?
Cotton, wool, silk
Polyester, nylon, acrylic
Blended fibers
Only plant-based fibers
What are synthetic fibers?
Polyester, nylon, acrylic
Cotton, wool, silk
Blended fibers
Only animal-based fibers
What are blended fibers?
Combination of natural and synthetic fibers
Only natural fibers
Only synthetic fibers
Only plant-based fibers
What is the property of texture in textiles?
Smooth, rough, soft, coarse
Color, pattern, design
Weight, size, shape
Strength, durability
How does the property of durability affect textiles?
Resistance to wear and tear
Sensitivity to wear and tear
No impact
Only natural fibers
Why is testing fibers important?
Determines strength, durability
Identifies fiber type
Evaluates texture
All of the above
What is the burn test for fibers?
Identifies fiber type
Tests strength
Evaluates texture
Only synthetic fibers
How do you care for cotton fabrics?
Wash in cold water, dry naturally
Wash in hot water, dry mechanically
Dry clean only
Only hand wash
What is the importance of labeling fabrics?
Provides care instructions
Identifies fiber content
Indicates size
Only decorative purpose
How do you remove stains from fabrics?
Pre-treat with detergent
Use hot water
Use bleach
All of the above
What are laundry agents?
Detergents, fabric softeners
Bleach, starch
Dryer sheets
All of the above
What is the purpose of detergent?
Removes stains
Softens water
Freshens fabric
All of the above
What is the difference between washing machines?
Front-load, top-load
Automatic, manual
Gas, electric
All of the above
Why is fabric softener important?
Reduces static cling
Removes stains
Freshens fabric
Only for synthetic fibers
What is the purpose of dryer sheets?
Reduces static cling
Freshens fabric
Removes stains
Improve wrinkles
