SS3 first term garment making past questions and answers

SS3 first term garment making past questions and answers

Question: What is the primary function of a dart in garment construction?

a) Add decorative elements

b) Provide ease for movement

c) Shape the garment to fit the body

d) Attach different fabric pieces

Answer: c) Shape the garment to fit the body

Question: Which sewing machine stitch is commonly used for seaming woven fabrics?

a) Zigzag stitch

b) Straight stitch

c) Overlock stitch

d) Chain stitch

Answer: b) Straight stitch

Question: What is the purpose of interfacing in garment making?

a) Add texture

b) Provide warmth

c) Add stability and structure

d) Create decorative patterns

Answer: c) Add stability and structure

Question: In pattern making, what does the term "grainline" refer to?

a) The direction of the fabric pattern

b) The direction of the fabric selvage

c) The direction of the fabric stretch

d) The direction of the fabric fold

Answer: b) The direction of the fabric selvage

Question: What is the purpose of a seam allowance in sewing?

a) Create a decorative edge

b) Provide extra fabric for alterations

c) Reinforce the seam

d) Attach buttons and zippers

Answer: b) Provide extra fabric for alterations

Question: Which tool is used for transferring pattern markings onto fabric?

a) Seam ripper

b) Tailor's chalk

c) Pinking shears

d) Fabric scissors

Answer: b) Tailor's chalk

Question: What does the term "bias" mean in garment making?

a) A curved seam

b) A diagonal direction across the fabric

c) A seam with stretch

d) A decorative stitch

Answer: b) A diagonal direction across the fabric

Question: What is the purpose of a muslin in garment fitting?

a) Add texture to the garment

b) Create a mock-up for fitting purposes

c) Provide warmth to the garment

d) Add color to the fabric

Answer: b) Create a mock-up for fitting purposes

Question: Which type of fabric is often used for lining garments?

a) Canvas

b) Satin

c) Denim

d) Twill

Answer: b) Satin

Question: What is the purpose of a stay stitch in sewing?

a) Prevent fabric from fraying

b) Secure fabric layers together temporarily

c) Stabilize curved edges and prevent stretching

d) Add decorative elements to the garment

Answer: c) Stabilize curved edges and prevent stretching

Question: Which type of needle is suitable for sewing knit fabrics?

a) Universal needle

b) Ballpoint needle

c) Quilting needle

d) Embroidery needle

Answer: b) Ballpoint needle

Question: What is the purpose of a seam finish in garment construction?

a) Add decorative elements

b) Prevent fraying and unraveling

c) Create gathers in the fabric

d) Attach buttons and zippers

Answer: b) Prevent fraying and unraveling

Question: What does the term "bias tape" refer to in sewing?

a) A decorative ribbon

b) A type of interfacing

c) Strips of fabric cut on the bias for finishing edges

d) A type of button

Answer: c) Strips of fabric cut on the bias for finishing edges

Question: When is a dart commonly used in garment construction?

a) At the neckline

b) At the hemline

c) At the shoulder

d) At the waistline

Answer: d) At the waistline

Question: What is the purpose of a gusset in garment making?

a) Add decorative elements

b) Provide ease for movement

c) Reinforce seams

d) Add fullness to the garment

Answer: b) Provide ease for movement

Question: What is the purpose of easing stitches in sewing?

a) Create gathers and ruffles

b) Attach buttons and zippers

c) Prevent fabric from fraying

d) Stabilize seams

Answer: a) Create gathers and ruffles

Question: Which type of fabric is suitable for a bias-cut garment?

a) Denim

b) Satin

c) Corduroy

d) Twill

Answer: b) Satin

Question: What is the purpose of a seam ripper in sewing?

a) Cut fabric accurately

b) Trim seam allowances

c) Remove unwanted stitches

d) Create decorative patterns

Answer: c) Remove unwanted stitches

Question: What is the purpose of a serger (overlock machine) in garment construction?

a) Create decorative stitches

b) Finish raw edges and prevent fraying

c) Sew straight seams

d) Add embellishments to the fabric

Answer: b) Finish raw edges and prevent fraying

Question: Which stitch is commonly used for attaching buttons by machine?

a) Straight stitch

b) Zigzag stitch

c) Blind hem stitch

d) Buttonhole stitch

Answer: c) Blind hem stitch