SS3 second Term garment making past questions and answers

SS3 second Term garment making past questions and answers

Here are 20 SS3 garment making questions:

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

a) Add a decorative finish

b) Reinforce the seam

c) Conceal raw edges for a clean finish

d) Attach buttons and zippers

Answer: c) Conceal raw edges for a clean finish

Question: When should you use a walking foot attachment on a sewing machine?

a) When sewing lightweight fabrics

b) When sewing knits

c) When sewing thick or multiple layers of fabric

d) When creating decorative stitches

Answer: c) When sewing thick or multiple layers of fabric

Question: What is the purpose of a tailor's ham in pressing and shaping garments?

a) Add weight to the fabric

b) Create decorative patterns

c) Press curved seams and darts

d) Attach buttons and zippers

Answer: c) Press curved seams and darts

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

a) The length of a dart

b) The width of a dart

c) The shape of a dart

d) The position of a dart on a pattern

Answer: b) The width of a dart

Question: What is the purpose of understitching in garment sewing?

a) Add decorative elements

b) Secure seams and prevent them from rolling

c) Attach buttons and zippers

d) Create gathers in the fabric

Answer: b) Secure seams and prevent them from rolling

Question: Which type of stitch is commonly used for hemming a curved edge?

a) Blind hem stitch

b) Zigzag stitch

c) Straight stitch

d) Overlock stitch

Answer: a) Blind hem stitch

Question: When is a notch used on a pattern?

a) To indicate the center front

b) To match seams and ensure proper alignment

c) To add decorative elements

d) To secure buttons and zippers

Answer: b) To match seams and ensure proper alignment

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

a) Measure fabric length

b) Measure seam allowances and hems

c) Cut fabric accurately

d) Add decorative elements

Answer: b) Measure seam allowances and hems

Question: Which type of fabric is commonly used for making bias tape?

a) Wool

b) Linen

c) Cotton

d) Velvet

Answer: c) Cotton

Question: What does the term "basting" mean in garment sewing?

a) Adding decorative stitches

b) Temporarily joining fabric layers

c) Creating gathers in the fabric

d) Adding embellishments to the fabric

Answer: b) Temporarily joining fabric layers

Question: When is an underlining used in garment construction?

a) To add a decorative layer

b) To add warmth to the garment

c) To provide additional support and structure

d) To attach buttons and zippers

Answer: c) To provide additional support and structure

Question: What is the purpose of a pressing cloth when ironing a garment?

a) Prevent fabric from fraying

b) Add moisture to the fabric

c) Protect fabric from direct heat and shine

d) Create decorative patterns

Answer: c) Protect fabric from direct heat and shine

Question: In garment fitting, what does the term "ease" refer to?

a) The snugness or tightness of a garment

b) Adding fullness to a garment for comfort

c) Removing excess fabric for a tailored fit

d) The length of a garment

Answer: b) Adding fullness to a garment for comfort

Question: Which type of hem is commonly used for circular or flared skirts?

a) Blind hem

b) Rolled hem

c) Straight hem

d) Bias hem

Answer: b) Rolled hem

Question: What is the purpose of a clapper in garment pressing?

a) Create decorative elements

b) Smooth out wrinkles

c) Absorb moisture and set seams

d) Add weight to the fabric

Answer: c) Absorb moisture and set seams

Question: When is a facing used in garment construction?

a) To add warmth to the garment

b) To finish raw edges

c) To create a decorative edge

d) To finish neckline, armhole, or waistline edges

Answer: d) To finish neckline, armhole, or waistline edges

Question: What is the purpose of a bodkin in sewing?

a) Cut fabric accurately

b) Attach buttons and zippers

c) Thread elastic or drawstrings through casings

d) Add decorative elements

Answer: c) Thread elastic or drawstrings through casings

Question: When is an invisible zipper commonly used in garment construction?

a) Decorative elements

b) Dresses and skirts

c) Jackets and coats

d) Attach buttons and zippers

Answer: b) Dresses and skirts

Question: What is the purpose of grading seams in garment making?

a) Create decorative elements

b) Reduce bulk in seams for a smoother fit

c) Attach buttons and zippers

d) Add fullness to the garment

Answer: b) Reduce bulk in seams for a smoother fit

Question: Which type of fabric is commonly used for making lingerie?

a) Flannel

b) Silk

c) Canvas

d) Corduroy

Answer: b) Silk