WorksheetsMastering Ironing Skills
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the first safety precaution to take when ironing?
Ensure the iron is on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
Leave the iron unattended while heating.
Use a plastic table for ironing.
Iron clothes while they are still damp.
Why should you keep the iron away from children?
To encourage children to play with it.
To make it a fun toy for kids.
To teach children about cooking.
To prevent burns and injuries.
What should you do if you spill water on the iron?
Pour more water on the iron to clean it.
Continue using the iron immediately.
Unplug the iron and allow it to cool down.
Leave the iron plugged in to dry faster.
What does the steam setting on an iron do?
It changes the color of the iron's soleplate.
It adds weight to the iron for better pressing.
It heats the iron to a higher temperature.
The steam setting helps to remove wrinkles by releasing water vapor.
How do you know which temperature to set for different fabrics?
Use the same temperature for washing and drying.
Ignore the care label and guess the temperature.
Set the temperature to the highest setting for all fabrics.
Refer to the care label on the fabric for specific temperature settings.
What is the purpose of using a pressing cloth?
To add fragrance to the fabric.
To enhance the color of fabrics.
To remove wrinkles without heat.
To protect fabrics while ironing.
What should you do if the iron starts to smoke?
Unplug the iron immediately and allow it to cool down.
Continue using the iron as normal.
Shake the iron to remove any debris.
Pour water on the iron to cool it down.
Why is it important to unplug the iron after use?
It is necessary to unplug the iron to prevent it from getting too hot.
Unplugging the iron helps it to dry out faster after use.
It is important to unplug the iron to keep it warm for the next use.
It is important to unplug the iron after use to prevent electrical hazards and save energy.
What setting should you use for cotton fabrics?
High heat setting (around 450°F or 230°C)
Medium to high heat setting (around 350°F or 180°C)
Low heat setting (around 250°F or 120°C)
No heat setting (air dry)
What is the best way to store an iron safely?
Keep the iron plugged in while storing for easy access.
Store the iron in a hot, sunny location to dry it out.
Store the iron in a damp basement to prevent rust.
Store the iron upright in a cool, dry place after it has cooled down.
