Fiber/Textile, Reading a Pattern, Fabric Bolt, & Sewing Machine Assessment

Standard 1: Questions 1 – 23

Matching: Match the term to the diagram above.

1. Lengthwise grain2. Right side3. Wrong side4. Bias5. Selvage6. Crosswise grain

True/False : Mark A for True and B for False.

7. Grain refers to the directions that yarns run in a woven fabric.8. The selvage is formed by the yarns that run the length of the fabric.9. The grainline runs perpendicular to the selvage.

Multiple Choice: Choose the answer that best completes the statement or question.

10. These types of fabric weave alternates in each row to form an even balanced weave.a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

11. This type of fabric weave is recognized by the parallel, diagonal ridges on the fabric surface. a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

12. This type of fabric weave has yarns that float on the surface to give it a luster or shine.a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

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- Wrong Side

- Right Side

13. This type of fabric weave can stretch in one direction. a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

14. The picture below is an example of this type of weave: ________.a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

15. The picture below is an example of this type of weave: ________.a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

16. The picture below is an example of this type of weave: ________.a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

17. The picture below is an example of this type of weave: ________.a. Plain weaveb. Twill weavec. Satin weaved. Knit

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Multiple Choice: Answer the following questions using the fabric bolt information, below.

18. What color is this fabric?a. Whiteb. Blackc. Goldd. Gray

19. How many yards are on this bolt of fabric?a. 26b. 15c. 115d. 9.99

20. What are the care instructions for this fabric?a. Wash cool, tumble dry lowb. Wash warm, tumble dry lowc. Wash cool, lay flat to dryd. Do not wash e. Dry clean only

21. What is the name of the fabric?a. Amy Butlerb. Rowanc. Midwest Modernd. Martini

22. What is the fiber content of this fabric?a. 50% cotton, 50% polyesterb. 100% polyesterc. 100% cottond. 100% knite. 100% woven

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23. What is the width of this fabric?a. 22’’b. 15 yardsc. 45’’ d. 60’’

Standard 4: Questions 24-3624. What is the cost of this fabric per yard?

a. $5.00b. $7.99c. $9.99d. $15.00

25. What is the cost of 3 ¼ yards of this fabric?a. $9.99b. $29.70c. $32.46d. $32.47

26. What is the cost of 5/8 yard of this fabric?a. $5.24b. $6.10c. $6.24d. $9.99

27. You want to purchase 1 yard of this fabric, you have a 40% off coupon. How much will it cost you?a. $5.99b. $6.01c. $9.99d. $13.99

28. The subtotal of your supplies cost you $10.99, what will the final cost be when the tax rate is 8.25%?a. $10.99b. $11.90c. $9.07d. $8.25

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Directions: Use the attached pattern envelope information for questions 29-36.

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29. What is the pattern number?a. 4-26b. Simplicityc. 1318d. A, B, C, & D

30. If making View A what notions do you need?a. Thread and Laceb. Threadc. Thread and Contrast Fabricd. Thread and Trims

31. If making View B size M how much fabric will you need of the main fabric for 60’’ wide?a. 7/8b. 1 3/8c. 2d. 2 ½

32. What other fabric do you need to purchase for Views B, & D? Mark all that apply.a. Contrast fabricb. Lacec. Interfacing d. None of the Above

33. What notion do all of the views need to purchase?a. Fabricb. Trimc. Laced. Thread

34. How much fabric do I need for a size XS for the contrast bands with 45’’ wide fabric for View D?a. 1 1/2b. 1 3/8c. 1 7/8d. 2

35. Why does View C need more fabric than the other views?a. Cut lengthwiseb. Contrast colorc. Cut Biasd. Cut Crosswise

36. Which views need interfacing? Mark all that apply.a. Ab. Bc. C d. De. None

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Standard 3: Questions 37-50Matching: Match the part name to the image below.

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37. Stitch Length38. Take-up Lever39. Throat Plate40. Hand wheel41. Bobbin winder42. Stitch width43. Thread guides44. Presser foot45. Tension46. Stitch selector47. Presser foot lever48. Backstitch49. Bobbin cover50. Power switch

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A

B

BC

E

ABD

C

AC

AD

AE

BD

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