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WorksheetsIntro to Fashion – Final Exam (Weeks 1–19)
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 2hrs 48mins
Which of the following best describes 'Your Clothes Speak for You'?
Clothing has no meaning
Fashion is only about following trends
Clothing communicates personality and identity
People do not judge based on appearance
Which is a Chelsea collar? Refer to the four illustrated collar styles below
Which is an example of a fashion trend?
Denim jeans in the 1800s
Bell-bottom pants in the 1970s
A tailored suit
Traditional wedding dresses
Which principle of fashion design is about creating a focal point in a look?
Balance
Rhythm
Emphasis
Harmony
Who made the 'little black dress' iconic?
Coco Chanel
Christian Dior
Alexander McQueen
Versace
Which decade is most associated with poodle skirts and saddle shoes?
1920s
1950s
1970s
1990s
The invention of ready-to-wear fashion (mass production) became popular in which century?
16th century
18th century
19th century
21st century
Which designer introduced the 'New Look' in the late 1940s?
Coco Chanel
Christian Dior
Yves Saint Laurent
Karl Lagerfeld
A capsule wardrobe is best defined as:
Clothing that fits inside a small bag
A wardrobe filled only with trendy pieces
A limited set of versatile, mix-and-match items
Clothing worn only for formal events
Which is a Lantern sleeve? Refer to the four illustrated sleeve styles below
Which color scheme uses 3 colors next to each other on the wheel?
Analogous
Complementary
Monochromatic
Triadic
Which colors are considered cool tones?
Red, orange, yellow
Blue, green, purple
Black, white, gray
Pink, peach, tan
If someone has warm undertones, which color family usually flatters them best?
Jewel tones (emerald, sapphire, amethyst)
Earth tones (olive, rust, mustard)
Neutrals only
Pastel colors
Which hand stitch is strongest for seams?
Running stitch
Backstitch
Basting stitch
Overcast stitch
Which stitch is usually used for temporary sewing?
Running stitch
Whipstitch
Basting stitch
Blanket stitch
A pincushion is used for:
Sharpening scissors
Holding pins and needles safely
Measuring seam allowance
Cutting fabric straight
Which is an example of a repurposing project?
Sewing a dress from new fabric
Turning old jeans into a tote bag
Making a new pillow from a purchased kit
Sewing a costume from a commercial pattern
Which tool is best for removing stitches?
Tape measure
Tailor’s chalk
Seam ripper
Fabric shears
Which sewing tool is NOT used for measuring?
Tape measure
Ruler
Hem gauge
Pincushion
Fabric shears should only be used on:
Paper
Fabric
Patterns
All of the above
Which safety rule is MOST important when using a sewing machine?
Keep fingers away from the needle
Pull fabric quickly through the machine
Leave the machine plugged in at all times
Store pins on the floor
Before sewing with a machine, the first step is:
Insert the bobbin and thread the top thread
Cut the fabric
Sew without thread to test
Place fabric under the needle immediately
Which beginner project helps practice straight stitching?
Hoodie
Pillow
Shorts
Tote bag
Which project is most likely to involve a zipper?
Pillow
Hoodie
Tote bag
Pin cushion
Why do we take body measurements before starting a garment project?
To decide what color fabric to use
To ensure the garment fits the body correctly
To practice using a measuring tape
To save time when sewing
What is the correct order when preparing to sew a garment?
Sew → Cut fabric → Take measurements
Cut fabric → Take measurements → Choose fabric
Take measurements → Read pattern → Cut fabric
Choose fabric → Sew → Take measurements
Which is a Mandarin collar? Refer to the four collar sketches below
When upcycling or repurposing a garment, the first step is usually:
Dye the fabric
Sketch design ideas
Sew the final piece
Buy new materials
Which is a reason sewing equipment maintenance is important?
Machines will look brand new
Tools will not need to be replaced
Safety, accuracy, and longer equipment life
It makes it easier to sew
Which best describes the purpose of the Intro to Fashion course (Weeks 1–19)?
To learn advanced tailoring
To explore fashion history, personal style, and sewing basics
To produce professional runway collections
To study only color theory
What is the difference between a warm color palette and a cool color palette?
Warm colors are darker, and cool colors are lighter
Warm colors include reds, oranges, and yellows, while cool colors include blues, greens, and purples
Warm colors are used in summer, and cool colors are used in winter
Warm colors fade faster than cool colors
Why is it important to use the correct sewing equipment for each task?
It makes the sewing machine run faster
It reduces the amount of fabric needed
It makes the project more colorful
It helps prevent mistakes, damage, and injuries while sewing
Describe the steps for threading a needle and tying a knot for hand sewing.
Cut thread → sew fabric → tie a knot → thread the needle
Tie a knot → cut the thread → thread the needle → sew
Cut thread → thread the needle → tie a knot at the end of the thread → begin sewing
Thread the needle → cut the fabric → tie a knot
When was denim popularized?
In the early to mid 1900s
During the 1920s as formal evening wear
During the Renaissance period in the 1500s
In the 1970s as luxury designer fashion
What is Fast Fashion?
Name 5 parts of a sewing machine
