Garment making WAEC past questions and answers

Garment making WAEC past questions and answers

What is a dart in garment making?

a) A decorative stitch

b) A fold in fabric stitched to create shape

c) A type of button

Which stitch is commonly used for hemming?

a) Straight stitch

b) Zigzag stitch

c) Overlock stitch

What is the purpose of a seam allowance?

a) To add decorative elements

b) To join fabric pieces

c) To create pleats

Which fabric is known for its stretch and recovery properties?

a) Denim

b) Satin

c) Spandex

What does 'bias cut' mean in garment making?

a) A diagonal cut to add texture

b) A straight cut along the fabric grain

c) A cut made against the natural grain for stretch

What is the purpose of a facing in garment construction?

a) To reinforce seams

b) To finish raw edges

c) To add decorative buttons

Which tool is essential for marking fabric accurately?

a) Fabric glue

b) Fabric chalk

c) Fabric tape measure

What is the purpose of a pattern in garment making?

a) To cut fabric into random shapes

b) To guide the cutting and assembly of fabric pieces

c) To create texture on fabric

What does 'notions' refer to in sewing terms?

a) Sewing tools and supplies

b) Fabric patterns

c) Finished garments

Which type of stitch is used for attaching two pieces of fabric with right sides together?

a) Backstitch

b) Topstitch

c) Running stitch

What is the purpose of a gusset in garment construction?

a) To add decorative elements

b) To create a fitted silhouette

c) To provide extra ease or room in a seam

Which machine is used for creating buttonholes?

a) Serger

b) Embroidery machine

c) Buttonhole machine

What is the purpose of interfacing in garment making?

a) To add decorative elements

b) To add structure and support to fabric

c) To create gathers in fabric

What is the term for finishing fabric edges with a zigzag stitch to prevent fraying?

a) Overlocking

b) Backstitching

c) Hemming

What is a French seam used for?

a) Adding decorative elements

b) Creating a clean finish on the inside of a garment

c) Attaching buttons

Which type of needle is suitable for sewing knit fabrics?

a) Universal needle

b) Ballpoint needle

c) Sharps needle

What is the purpose of a seam ripper in sewing?

a) Adding decorative elements

b) Removing stitches and seams

c) Creating gathers in fabric

What does 'basting' mean in garment making?

a) Permanent stitching

b) Temporary stitching

c) Stitching with contrasting thread for decoration

Which fabric is known for its breathability and moisture-wicking properties?

a) Linen

b) Velvet

c) Brocade

What is the purpose of a muslin in garment making?

a) To add texture to fabric

b) To create a mock-up for fitting

c) To add decorative elements to a garment