How to sew clothing - Test
  • 1. What is the first step in sewing a garment?
A) Selecting a pattern and fabric
B) Sewing the seams
C) Threading the needle
D) Cutting the fabric
  • 2. What is 'seam allowance'?
A) The type of stitch used
B) The length of the thread
C) The width of the fabric
D) The fabric between the seam line and the cut edge
  • 3. Which stitch is best for securing the beginning and end of a seam?
A) Running stitch
B) Basting stitch
C) Zigzag stitch
D) Backstitch
  • 4. What is the purpose of interfacing?
A) To make the fabric softer
B) To make the fabric waterproof
C) To add structure and stability to fabric
D) To change the color of the fabric
  • 5. Which tool is best for removing stitches?
A) Rotary cutter
B) Seam ripper
C) Scissors
D) Needle threader
  • 6. What is 'stay stitching'?
A) A decorative stitch
B) A line of stitching to prevent fabric from stretching
C) A temporary stitch
D) A stitch used for hemming
  • 7. Which type of needle is best for sewing knit fabrics?
A) Denim needle
B) Sharp needle
C) Universal needle
D) Ballpoint needle
  • 8. What is the purpose of a serger?
A) To quilt fabrics
B) To embroider designs
C) To sew buttonholes
D) To finish raw edges and prevent fraying
  • 9. What is 'gathering'?
A) A way to iron fabric
B) A technique for creating fullness in fabric
C) A method for cutting fabric
D) A type of seam finish
  • 10. Which tool is used for marking fabric?
A) Measuring tape
B) Scissors
C) Tailor's chalk
D) Iron
  • 11. What is a 'dart'?
A) A decorative trim
B) A type of seam
C) A wedge-shaped piece of fabric sewn to create shape
D) A type of button
  • 12. Which presser foot is used for sewing zippers?
A) Buttonhole foot
B) Zipper foot
C) Walking foot
D) Blind hem foot
  • 13. What does 'bias' refer to in fabric?
A) The weight of the fabric
B) The type of fiber
C) The color of the fabric
D) The diagonal grain of the fabric
  • 14. Which stitch is used to create a blind hem?
A) Overlock stitch
B) Straight stitch
C) Zigzag stitch
D) Blind hem stitch
  • 15. What is a 'muslin' in sewing?
A) A practice garment made from inexpensive fabric
B) A specific pattern design
C) A type of button
D) A type of thread
  • 16. What is the purpose of a walking foot?
A) To create decorative stitches
B) To sew buttonholes
C) To sew zippers
D) To feed fabric evenly, especially thick or slippery fabrics
  • 17. Which of these is a natural fiber?
A) Polyester
B) Rayon
C) Cotton
D) Nylon
  • 18. What is a 'bobbin'?
A) A small spool that holds the bottom thread
B) A type of needle
C) A type of scissor
D) A type of seam ripper
  • 19. What is 'topstitching'?
A) A stitch used to hold layers together
B) A stitch used for hemming
C) A stitch used to gather fabric
D) A decorative stitch on the right side of the fabric
  • 20. What is the purpose of understitching?
A) To create a decorative edge
B) To prevent the facing from rolling to the outside
C) To attach a zipper
D) To reinforce a seam
  • 21. Which is the strongest seam?
A) French seam
B) Plain seam
C) Flat-felled seam
D) Serged seam
  • 22. What does GSM stand for in fabric?
A) General sewing machine
B) Grain size material
C) Garment seam measurement
D) Grams per square meter
  • 23. Which iron setting is best for delicate fabrics like silk?
A) Steam
B) Medium
C) Low
D) High
  • 24. What is the purpose of a tailor's ham?
A) To press curved seams
B) To measure fabric
C) To sharpen scissors
D) To hold pins
  • 25. Which knot is used to secure thread when hand sewing?
A) Granny knot
B) Figure-eight knot
C) Surgeon's knot
D) Square knot
  • 26. What is a 'casing'?
A) A tunnel of fabric that holds elastic or a drawstring
B) A method of joining fabric pieces
C) A decorative trim
D) A type of button closure
  • 27. What is a 'raglan' sleeve?
A) A puffed sleeve
B) A cuffed sleeve
C) A sleeve that extends to the neckline
D) A sleeveless garment
  • 28. What does 'ease' refer to in a sewing pattern?
A) The difficulty level of the pattern
B) The style of the garment
C) Extra fabric allowance for comfort and movement
D) The amount of fabric needed for the project
  • 29. What is 'directional stitching'?
A) Sewing with a decorative stitch
B) Sewing in a straight line
C) Sewing in the direction of the fabric grain to prevent stretching
D) Sewing around a curve
  • 30. Which type of fabric is best for practicing sewing techniques?
A) Velvet
B) Leather
C) Silk
D) Muslin
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