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Textile Terminology

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Grain

a)

The texture of the fabric's surface.

b)

The direction of the yarn in the fabric, including lengthwise (warp) and crosswise (weft) directions.

c)

The color pattern of the fabric.

d)

The weight of the fabric per square yard.

2.

Semi-synthetic

a)

Fibers derived from a naturally occurring fiber through a chemical process.

b)

Fibers made entirely from synthetic materials.

c)

Fibers that are 100% natural and unprocessed.

d)

Fibers that are blended with other synthetic fibers.

3.

Synthetic

a)

Fibers made through chemical processes.

b)

Natural fibers derived from plants and animals.

c)

Fibers that are biodegradable and eco-friendly.

d)

Fibers that are only used in textiles.

4.

Weft

a)

The yarns that run parallel to the warp yarns in woven fabric.

b)

The filling yarns that run perpendicular to the warp yarns.

c)

The decorative threads used in embroidery.

d)

The type of fabric that is woven using only one yarn.

5.

Pilling

a)

A type of fabric weave that enhances durability.

b)

A tangled ball of fibers that appears on the surface of a fabric, as a result of wear, abrasion, or continued friction or rubbing on the surface of the fabric.

c)

A method of dyeing fabrics to achieve vibrant colors.

d)

A technique used to strengthen the fibers in a fabric.

6.

Bias

a)

Any direction in fabric that is parallel to the lengthwise grain.

b)

Any direction in fabric that is diagonal to the lengthwise and crosswise grains, with true bias at 45 degrees to the grain.

c)

A type of fabric that has no stretch.

d)

The direction in fabric that is perpendicular to the lengthwise grain.

7.

Cellulosic

a)

A type of fiber derived from plant-based cellulose, commonly used in textiles such as cotton, linen, and wool.

b)

A synthetic fiber made from petroleum products.

c)

A type of fiber that is exclusively used in the production of plastics.

d)

A natural fiber derived from animal sources like wool and silk.

8.

Colorfast

a)

The ability of a fabric to maintain its color and resist fading when exposed to water/washing, sun, light, atmosphere, or other environmental conditions.

b)

The process of dyeing fabric to achieve a specific color.

c)

The technique of weaving fabric to enhance its durability.

d)

The method of treating fabric to make it waterproof.

9.

Absorbency

a)

The ability of a fabric to take in moisture.

b)

The ability of a fabric to resist tearing.

c)

The ability of a fabric to maintain its color after washing.

d)

The ability of a fabric to repel all liquids.

10.

Finishing

a)

The process of cutting textiles to size.

b)

The final treatment or process applied to textiles to improve their appearance, performance, or feel, such as dyeing, printing, or coating.

c)

The method of weaving fabrics together.

d)

The initial stage of textile production.

11.

Polymer fiber

a)

A type of natural fiber derived from plants.

b)

A subset of artificial fibers, based on synthetic chemicals rather than from natural materials by a purely physical process.

c)

A fiber that is exclusively made from animal products.

d)

A fiber that is biodegradable and environmentally friendly.

12.

Natural dyes

a)

Dyes made from synthetic chemicals

b)

Dyes made from mineral, vegetable (plant) or animal sources

c)

Dyes that are only used in textiles

d)

Dyes that are exclusively used in food coloring

13.

Drape

a)

The way a fabric hangs or falls under its own weight.

b)

The process of sewing fabric together.

c)

A type of fabric used for curtains.

d)

The method of dyeing fabric.

14.

Fossil fuels

a)

A renewable source of energy such as solar or wind power.

b)

A generic term for non-renewable fuels such as coal, natural and derived gas, crude oil, and petroleum materials.

c)

A type of fuel derived solely from plant materials.

d)

A synthetic material used in the production of plastics.

15.

Hand

a)

The way the fabric feels when it is touched.

b)

The color of the fabric.

c)

The weight of the fabric.

d)

The pattern of the fabric.

16.

Wicking

a)

The process of absorbing moisture through evaporation.

b)

Dispersing or spreading of moisture or liquid through a given area by capillary action in a material.

c)

The method of sealing a container to prevent leakage.

d)

A technique used to enhance the flavor of food.

17.

Biodegradable

a)

The ability of a material to break down through interaction with bacteria and fungi.

b)

The process of recycling materials to create new products.

c)

The ability of a material to resist decomposition over time.

d)

The method of incinerating waste to reduce its volume.

18.

Resiliency

a)

The ability of a fabric to spring back to its original shape after being twisted, crushed, wrinkled, or distorted in any way.

b)

The capacity of a material to absorb moisture without losing its shape.

c)

The tendency of a fabric to fade when exposed to sunlight.

d)

The ability of a fabric to resist tearing and fraying.

19.

Durable

a)

The ability of a fabric to resist wear through continual use.

b)

The tendency of a fabric to fade in color over time.

c)

The softness of a fabric when touched.

d)

The ability of a fabric to repel water.

20.

Warp

a)

The set of yarn running widthwise in woven fabrics.

b)

The set of yarn running lengthwise in woven fabrics, parallel to the selvage.

c)

A type of fabric used for upholstery.

d)

The process of weaving yarns together.