Upholstery WAEC past questions and answers

Upholstery WAEC past questions and answers

What does upholstery refer to?

A) Carpeting

B) Furniture covering

C) Wall paint

D) Curtain fabric

Answer: B) Furniture covering

Which of these fabrics is commonly used in upholstery?

A) Silk

B) Linen

C) Denim

D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

What does "tufting" in upholstery refer to?

A) Sewing buttons onto fabric

B) Creating patterns with thread

C) Folding fabric layers

D) Adding extra cushioning

Answer: A) Sewing buttons onto fabric

What is a "pile" fabric often used in upholstery?

A) Velvet

B) Canvas

C) Twill

D) Chintz

Answer: A) Velvet

What's the purpose of webbing in upholstery?

A) Adding decoration

B) Reinforcing support

C) Enhancing color contrast

D) Reducing fabric wear

Answer: B) Reinforcing support

Which type of padding is commonly used in upholstery?

A) Memory foam

B) Polyester fiberfill

C) Horsehair

D) All of the above

Answer: D) All of the above

What is a "staple puller" used for in upholstery?

A) Attaching fabric

B) Removing staples

C) Cutting threads

D) Measuring fabric length

Answer: B) Removing staples

What's the function of a welt cord in upholstery?

A) Adding rigidity

B) Concealing seams

C) Enhancing comfort

D) Providing ventilation

Answer: B) Concealing seams

Which type of stitch is commonly used in upholstery for strength?

A) Running stitch

B) Backstitch

C) Zigzag stitch

D) Chain stitch

Answer: B) Backstitch

What's the primary purpose of an upholstery regulator?

A) Tightening fabric

B) Adjusting tension

C) Trimming excess fabric

D) Stretching fabric

Answer: D) Stretching fabric

Which tool is used for cutting fabric in upholstery?

A) Scissors

B) Seam ripper

C) Awl

D) Utility knife

Answer: D) Utility knife

What's the primary function of "gimp" in upholstery?

A) Securing fabric

B) Concealing edges

C) Reinforcing padding

D) Creating tufting

Answer: B) Concealing edges

What's the purpose of "tacking" in upholstery?

A) Securing fabric

B) Adding decorative elements

C) Adjusting tension

D) Trimming excess fabric

Answer: A) Securing fabric

Which type of fabric is particularly durable for high-traffic areas in upholstery?

A) Cotton

B) Silk

C) Leather

D) Satin

Answer: C) Leather

What's the role of "burlap" in upholstery?

A) Providing cushioning

B) Adding texture

C) Strengthening support

D) Enhancing color

Answer: C) Strengthening support

What does "channel back" refer to in upholstery?

A) Stitching patterns

B) Padding thickness

C) Backrest design

D) Armrest structure

Answer: C) Backrest design

Which technique involves "slipcovering" in upholstery?

A) Reupholstering

B) Applying a fabric cover

C) Stitching patterns

D) Weaving fabric

Answer: B) Applying a fabric cover

What's the purpose of "quilting" in upholstery?

A) Adding cushioning

B) Creating patterns

C) Strengthening seams

D) Enhancing color contrast

Answer: C) Strengthening seams

Which tool is used for applying decorative nail heads in upholstery?

A) Hammer

B) Mallet

C) Tack claw

D) Rubber mallet

Answer: A) Hammer

What's the primary role of "stitching grooves" in upholstery?

A) Enhancing comfort

B) Concealing stitches

C) Reinforcing padding

D) Creating tufting patterns

Answer: B) Concealing stitches