Clothing and Textile NABTEB past questions and answers

Clothing and Textile NABTEB past questions and answers

Question: What type of closure is commonly used for jeans and consists of two interlocking metal parts?

a) Hook and eye

b) Snap fastener

c) Button and buttonhole

d) Zipper

Answer: d) Zipper

Question: What is the purpose of a bias cut in garment design?

a) Add decorative elements

b) Provide ease for movement

c) Create gathers

d) Add strength to seams

Answer: b) Provide ease for movement

Question: Which type of fabric is known for its stretchiness and is commonly used in swimwear?

a) Tweed

b) Tulle

c) Lycra

d) Brocade

Answer: c) Lycra

Question: What is the term for a small, decorative unit of needlework often used to patch holes or embellish fabric?

a) Patchwork

b) Appliqué

c) Embroidery

d) Quilting

Answer: b) Appliqué

Question: In garment sizing, what does the term "petite" typically refer to?

a) Plus size

b) Tall

c) Short stature

d) Maternity

Answer: c) Short stature

Question: Which type of knit stitch creates a pattern resembling interlocking V-shapes?

a) Garter stitch

b) Basketweave stitch

c) Chevron stitch

d) Cable stitch

Answer: c) Chevron stitch

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

a) Create gathers

b) Finish raw edges

c) Add decorative elements

d) Attach buttons

Answer: b) Finish raw edges

Question: Which type of fabric is often used for making wedding gowns due to its sheer and lightweight qualities?

a) Crepe

b) Lace

c) Brocade

d) Velvet

Answer: b) Lace

Question: What is the purpose of a rotary cutter in quilting?

a) Mark fabric

b) Cut fabric pieces

c) Attach buttons

d) Create gathers

Answer: b) Cut fabric pieces

Question: Which type of fabric is characterized by a raised pattern often created with additional yarns?

a) Brocade

b) Satin

c) Taffeta

d) Organza

Answer: a) Brocade

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

a) Create gathers

b) Finish raw edges

c) Attach buttons

d) Allow for stitching without compromising garment size

Answer: d) Allow for stitching without compromising garment size

Question: In crochet, what is the term for a stitch that involves pulling yarn through two loops on the hook?

a) Single crochet

b) Double crochet

c) Slip stitch

d) Chain stitch

Answer: c) Slip stitch

Question: What is the term for a garment piece that is cut on the bias to create a diagonal pattern?

a) Gusset

b) Godet

c) Placket

d) Bias strip

Answer: d) Bias strip

Question: Which type of sewing machine foot is commonly used for attaching buttons?

a) Walking foot

b) Buttonhole foot

c) Zipper foot

d) Overcasting foot

Answer: b) Buttonhole foot

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

a) Add decorative elements

b) Create gathers

c) Make a test garment for fitting

d) Finish raw edges

Answer: c) Make a test garment for fitting

Question: Which type of fabric is known for its raised, padded effect and is often used in luxury upholstery?

a) Jacquard

b) Velvet

c) Chenille

d) Brocade

Answer: c) Chenille

Question: What is the term for the process of joining two pieces of fabric with a series of small, evenly spaced stitches?

a) Basting

b) Tacking

c) Quilting

d) Appliqué

Answer: a) Basting

Question: Which type of fabric is created by interlocking loops of yarn with needles?

a) Knit fabric

b) Woven fabric

c) Felted fabric

d) Nonwoven fabric

Answer: a) Knit fabric

Question: What is the purpose of a seam roll in pressing?

a) Add decorative elements

b) Press open seams without creating a crease

c) Attach buttons

d) Create gathers

Answer: b) Press open seams without creating a crease

Question: Which type of fabric finish involves brushing the fabric surface to create a soft, fuzzy texture?

a) Calendaring

b) Napping

c) Mercerizing

d) Preshrinking

Answer: b) Napping