Textiles Chapter 1 Part 1

1.

1 point

Resiliency is the ability of a fiber to spring back to a natural position after creasing or folding.

True

False

2.

1 point

_____ wool is fiber that has never been processed.

virgin

new

recycled

no special term

3.

1 point

Flexibility and elongation are the same property.

True

False

4.

1 point

The permanent care labeling ruling applies only to washable apparel.

True

False

5.

1 point

Resiliency is the ability to maintain original contours/shape during use and cleaning.

True

False

6.

1 point

Water proof means that water cannot penetrate the fabric

True

False

7.

1 point

Loft is an important characteristic for fibers used in pillows and carpeting.

True

False

8.

1 point

The flexibility of a fiber contributes to its drape.

True

False

9.

1 point

Body is the stiffness or crispness of a substance.

True

False

10.

1 point

Shape retention and dimensional stability are the same property

True

False

11.

1 point

Elastic recovery and elongation are the same property.

True

False

12.

1 point

The textile fiber products identification act requires that ______.

the generic name must be listed

the percent of fiber content by weight must be listed

the label must indicate whether the item was imported

all of the above.

13.

1 point

The TFPIA and the Wool Product Labeling Act deal with apparel items only.

True

False

14.

1 point

_____ is the ability to carry moisture along its surface.

thermal conductivity

wicking

creep

hydrophilic

15.

1 point

Hydrophobic fibers readily absorb moisture.

True

False

16.

1 point

Cotton and flax are available in both staple and filament lengths.

True

False

17.

1 point

________ is any fabric that has not been finished (no color or after treatments).

Gray goods

Piece goods

Substrate

Soft goods.

Gauze

18.

1 point

Fibers that do not conduct electrical charges create "static electricity"

True

False

19.

1 point

Which term deals with the ability of a fiber to withstand certain temperatures, such as the different setting on an iron?

heat conductivity

heat resistance

thermal character

heat retention

20.

1 point

Both natural protein and cellulosic fiber burn when subjected to a flame.

True

False

21.

1 point

In general, natural cellulosic fibers are going to have poor resiliency.

True

False

22.

1 point

Fabric may be referred to as _____.

material

cloth

piece goods

all of the above

23.

1 point

_______ refers to companies purchasing from and/or selling to multiple sites in the world.

globalization

sustainability

nationalization

vertical production

24.

1 point

The flammable fabrics act has been amended several times to include ____.

children's sleepwear

carpets

mattresses and mattres pads

all of the above

25.

1 point

A generic name is the name of a manufactured fiber based on its chemical composition.

True

False

26.

1 point

Flame resistant fibers will not burn.

True

False

27.

1 point

The flammable fabrics act applies only to children's sleepwear.

True

False

28.

1 point

The ability of a material to return after stretching is ____.

elongation

elasticity

resiliency

dimentional stability

29.

1 point

Wool is a high strength fiber.

True

False

30.

1 point

Ramie and flax are the same fiber.

True

False

31.

1 point

Both llama and linen are natural protein fibers.

True

False

32.

1 point

The textile fiber products identification act requires that garments of home furnishings be labeled with _________.

care label

flammability

generic name of the fiber

trade name of the fiber

33.

1 point

Abrasion resistance is the ability to resist wear from rubbing.

True

False

34.

1 point

The textile complex has been international for centuries.

True

False

35.

1 point

Which of the following is NOT a common name for a natural fiber

angora

cotton

polyester

flax

36.

1 point

Fibers may be natural or manufactured.

True

False

37.

1 point

A fabric's insulation capabilities are often referred to as its ______.

Thermal resistance

thermal character

heat resistance

all of the above

38.

1 point

Linen is an accepted term for the fiber jute.

True

False

39.

1 point

Soil release is how well a substance will keep a soil or stain from entering into its structure.

True

False

40.

1 point

The interrelationship of components (fiber, yarn, ..., finish) is of primary importance when evaluating a textile product for its end-use suitability.

True

False

41.

1 point

Filament fibers are short and staple fibers are very long.

True

False

42.

1 point

The ability of a material to return after crushing is ______.

elongation

elasticity

resiliency

dimensional stability

43.

1 point

Pill formation on fabric is the result of abrasion.

True

False

44.

1 point

Retail sales personnel need to know current fashion trends and selling techniques, but do not need any background in textiles.

True

False

45.

1 point

Cotton has higher thermal/heat resistance than wool.

True

False

46.

1 point

A textile is any ________ material that is composed of thin films or of fibers, yarns, or fabrics or products made of the previously mentioned substances.

breatheable

durable

flexible

stretchy

47.

1 point

The Wool Products Labeling Act requires that the animal name be included on the label.

True

False

48.

1 point

Silk has higher thermal/heat retention than cotton.

True

False

49.

1 point

Textile knowledge is important when recommending fabrics for interior applications.

True

False

50.

1 point

Recycled wool is usually ____ quality.

excellent

poor

average

good