WorksheetsQuiz on Fabrics and Household Linen
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 3mins
Which of the following best defines fibers?
Minute hair-like structures that can be twisted together to form yarns
Large pieces of cloth used for making clothes
Threads made by weaving or knitting
Decorative items used in households
Fabrics can be used for which of the following purposes?
Household linen, furnishing, and general clothing
Only for making ropes
Only for industrial machinery
Only for making shoes
Why are household linen items used in domestic and hospitality settings?
For comfort, hygiene, and decoration
For cooking food
For building houses
For making jewelry
Which synthetic fiber is known for its flame retardant properties and is used in cut-protection and armour?
Polyester
Aramid
Nylon
Spandex
Given silk’s ability to soak up moisture and its poor conductivity, what type of clothing would benefit most from silk fibers?
Summer wear that needs to stay cool and dry
Winter wear that needs to retain warmth and resist static
Sportswear that needs high stretch and durability
Rainwear that needs to repel water
Which property makes cotton suitable for clothing?
It does not absorb moisture
It absorbs moisture readily
It is not machine-washable
It is not comfortable
Cotton is considered durable even in its finest form. Which property best explains this?
Because it is stronger when dry than when wet
Because it is very hard wearing (durable) even in its finest form
Because it absorbs dyes readily
Because it is not damaged by alkalis
Which of the following is NOT a property of linen fibers?
They are firm
They are lustrous
They are water-repellent
They absorb dampness
Nylon is suitable for making parachutes and flak vests because:
it is strong, light, and resistant to abrasion
it is heavy and absorbent
it is weak and stretches easily
it is affected by acids and alkalis
Rayon is considered comfortable to wear because of which of the following properties?
It is uncomfortable because it is not breathable.
It is comfortable due to its moisture absorbency and softness.
It is comfortable because it is highly resilient.
It is comfortable because it builds up static electricity.
Woven fabrics may fray at the edges due to their interlaced yarns. What is a method to minimize this issue in garment construction?
Using overlocking or hemming can minimize fraying.
Woven fabrics are fused together, so edges do not fray; no additional method is needed.
Woven fabrics are knitted, so edges naturally do not fray; using adhesives can help.
Woven fabrics are made from foam, which prevents fraying; using elastic fibers can help.
Which of the following is a disadvantage of felted fabric?
Can be moulded into shapes
Not very strong or durable
Doesn’t fray
Warm and insulating
How are non-woven fabrics constructed?
By weaving fibres together
By knitting fibres together
By bonding fibres laid randomly in a web
By braiding fibres together
A manufacturer wants a fabric that can be engineered for specific properties such as water resistance and is quick to produce. Which type of fabric should they choose?
Felted fabric
Non-woven fabric
Knitted fabric
Woven fabric
Which construction method is used to make lace?
By knotting yarns into a grid or mesh
By embroidery, crochet, or machine techniques
By weaving on a loom
By bonding fibers with heat
Identify a disadvantage of knitted fabrics.
May snag or ladder
Highly decorative
Ideal for lace and openwork designs
Flexible and stretchable
Compare the industrial use of crocheted fabrics to knitted fabrics. Which statement is correct?
Crocheted fabrics have limited industrial use, while knitted fabrics are more widely used industrially.
Both crocheted and knitted fabrics have limited industrial use.
Knitted fabrics have limited industrial use, while crocheted fabrics are more widely used industrially.
Both crocheted and knitted fabrics are not used industrially.
Why is a higher thread count considered better in woven fabrics?
It indicates better quality and durability
It makes the fabric more colorful
It reduces the strength of the selvedge
It increases the number of weft yarns only
Which device is used to beat the wefts to make the weave compact in the weaving process?
Reed
Shuttle
Selvedge
Loom
The process of weaving on a loom results in the formation of fabric by which of the following methods?
Warp yarns are laid parallel, some are lifted, and weft yarns are passed through to interlace, forming fabric.
Only weft yarns are used to create the fabric.
The fabric is formed by printing designs on yarns.
The selvedge is cut and sewn to make fabric.
Which of the following is a reason for applying a fabric finish?
To improve the appearance, feel, or other properties of the fabric
To increase the cost of the fabric
To reduce the durability of the fabric
To make the fabric heavier only
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of fabric finishes?
To cover faults in the original fabric
To set garment shape
To make the fabric less attractive
To strengthen the fabric by coating or laminating
A fabric is described as compact and firm unless loosely woven. What does this indicate about its structure?
It has more warps than wefts per inch
It is always loosely woven
It has a printed right side
It is always soft to touch
Which of the following best defines fabric finishes?
Treatments applied to textiles before construction to improve their appearance
Treatments applied to textiles after construction to improve their appearance, performance, or durability
Treatments applied to textiles to change their color
Treatments applied to textiles to make them waterproof only
Which type of fabric finish involves physical treatments like brushing, calendaring, or embossing?
Chemical Finishing
Functional Finishing
Mechanical Finishing
Biological Finishing
What does starching do to fabrics?
Prevents shrinkage in cotton fabrics
Adds stiffness and crispness to fabrics like uniforms and table linen
Improves luster and dye uptake in cotton
Reduces static cling in synthetic fibers
Which finish is used to prevent shrinkage in cotton fabrics?
Sanforizing
Mercerizing
Waterproofing
Anti-static
The use of chemical finishes may affect individuals with sensitive skin, potentially causing irritation.
Chemical finishes always improve skin sensitivity.
Chemical finishes may affect skin sensitivity, potentially causing irritation.
Chemical finishes have no effect on skin sensitivity.
Chemical finishes make fabrics softer for everyone.
Which mechanical finish is applied to garments requiring dimensional stability?
Brushing
Calendering
Embossing
Shrinkage Control
A manufacturer wants to make furnishing fabrics less flammable. Which chemical finish should they use?
Flame Proofing
Mercerising
Easy Care
Anti-Static
