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