Garment Construction Techniques MCQs

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1. Which is the first step in garment construction?
(A) Cutting
(B) Pattern making
(C) Finishing
(D) Stitching

2. What is the purpose of a seam?
(A) Decoration only
(B) Joining two pieces of fabric
(C) Reducing fabric thickness
(D) Adding extra color

3. Which stitch is commonly used for sewing straight seams?
(A) Overlock stitch
(B) Chain stitch
(C) Lockstitch
(D) Blanket stitch

4. What is the function of darts in garment construction?
(A) Adding decoration
(B) Creating shape and fit
(C) Strengthening fabric
(D) Preventing fraying

5. Which type of seam is most commonly used in denim jeans?
(A) French seam
(B) Flat-felled seam
(C) Plain seam
(D) Lapped seam

6. What is the purpose of interfacing?
(A) To add color
(B) To provide strength and shape
(C) To replace lining
(D) To prevent seams from opening

7. Which tool is used to remove stitches?
(A) Scissors
(B) Awl
(C) Seam ripper
(D) Thimble

8. What is the function of hemming?
(A) To attach sleeves
(B) To finish the edge of a garment
(C) To make pleats
(D) To stitch darts

9. Which seam is suitable for delicate fabrics?
(A) Overlock seam
(B) French seam
(C) Flat seam
(D) Slot seam

10. Which stitch is best for finishing raw edges?
(A) Running stitch
(B) Basting stitch
(C) Overlock stitch
(D) Backstitch

11. What does grading mean in garment construction?
(A) Adjusting garment size
(B) Adding lining
(C) Pressing seams
(D) Cutting fabric in layers

12. Which type of dart is commonly used in bodices?
(A) Tucks
(B) Princess dart
(C) Inverted dart
(D) Knife dart

13. What is the purpose of stay stitching?
(A) Decoration
(B) Preventing stretching of fabric edges
(C) Holding lining in place
(D) Attaching zippers

14. Which method is used to temporarily hold fabric pieces together?
(A) Permanent stitching
(B) Basting
(C) Serging
(D) Hemming

15. What is a bias binding used for?
(A) Decorative stitching
(B) Neatening fabric edges
(C) Creating pleats
(D) Strengthening darts

16. Which type of seam allows the seam allowance to be enclosed?
(A) Lapped seam
(B) Plain seam
(C) French seam
(D) Slot seam

17. What is the main purpose of lining in a garment?
(A) To increase garment weight
(B) To provide a neat inside finish and comfort
(C) To replace interfacing
(D) To add decoration

18. What tool is essential for pressing seams?
(A) Sewing needle
(B) Iron
(C) Measuring tape
(D) Thread cutter

19. What is the difference between tucks and pleats?
(A) Tucks are decorative; pleats are structural
(B) Pleats are decorative; tucks are structural
(C) Both are decorative only
(D) Both are structural only

20. Which stitch is commonly used for hand hemming?
(A) Backstitch
(B) Slip stitch
(C) Chain stitch
(D) Blanket stitch

21. Which sewing machine attachment is used to create buttonholes?
(A) Zipper foot
(B) Buttonhole foot
(C) Overlock foot
(D) Walking foot

22. What is the purpose of easing in garment construction?
(A) To stretch fabric
(B) To join two fabric pieces of slightly different lengths smoothly
(C) To create gathers
(D) To reinforce seams

23. Which seam is most commonly used in sportswear?
(A) French seam
(B) Flat seam
(C) Lapped seam
(D) Bound seam

24. What does “notching” mean?
(A) Cutting V-shapes in seam allowance to reduce bulk
(B) Cutting fabric in a straight line
(C) Adding darts
(D) Marking pleats

25. What is the purpose of understitching?
(A) To attach buttons
(B) To keep facings from rolling out
(C) To strengthen seams
(D) To create gathers

26. Which seam is best for reversible garments?
(A) Plain seam
(B) Flat-felled seam
(C) Overlock seam
(D) Slot seam

27. Which thread type is commonly used for heavy fabrics?
(A) Cotton
(B) Polyester
(C) Nylon
(D) Heavy-duty polyester

28. What is the function of seam allowance?
(A) Decoration only
(B) Extra fabric provided for stitching seams
(C) Fabric cutting guide
(D) Reinforcing fabric

29. Which sewing technique gathers fabric into folds?
(A) Darts
(B) Tucks
(C) Shirring
(D) Binding

30. Which pressing technique helps to set seams?
(A) Steam pressing
(B) Dry ironing only
(C) Overlock pressing
(D) Cold pressing

31. What is the purpose of facings?
(A) Decoration
(B) Finishing garment edges such as necklines and armholes
(C) Reinforcing seams
(D) Attaching lining

32. Which stitch is used for stretch fabrics?
(A) Straight stitch
(B) Zigzag stitch
(C) Slip stitch
(D) Blanket stitch

33. What is the function of overcasting?
(A) Gathering fabric
(B) Finishing raw edges
(C) Creating darts
(D) Joining linings

34. Which seam is commonly used in children’s wear for durability?
(A) French seam
(B) Lapped seam
(C) Flat-felled seam
(D) Bound seam

35. What is the function of topstitching?
(A) Decoration and strength
(B) Hemming only
(C) Gathering fabric
(D) Reinforcing darts

36. Which is the correct order in garment construction?
(A) Cutting → Pattern making → Stitching → Finishing
(B) Pattern making → Cutting → Stitching → Finishing
(C) Stitching → Cutting → Pattern making → Finishing
(D) Cutting → Finishing → Stitching → Pattern making

37. What is the purpose of stay tape?
(A) Decoration
(B) Stabilizing seams and preventing stretching
(C) Adding pleats
(D) Strengthening darts

38. Which stitch is commonly used for temporary hand sewing?
(A) Slip stitch
(B) Basting stitch
(C) Blanket stitch
(D) Overlock stitch

39. Which type of zipper is used for jackets?
(A) Invisible zipper
(B) Open-end zipper
(C) Concealed zipper
(D) Closed-end zipper

40. What is clipping in garment construction?
(A) Cutting notches in the seam allowance
(B) Making small cuts to release tension on curves
(C) Marking pleats
(D) Adding darts

41. Which stitch is most suitable for knit fabrics?
(A) Chain stitch
(B) Zigzag stitch
(C) Slip stitch
(D) Straight stitch

42. What is the purpose of pressing during construction?
(A) To shrink fabric
(B) To shape and set seams
(C) To remove stitches
(D) To cut fabric

43. Which seam finish is used for sheer fabrics?
(A) Flat-felled seam
(B) Overlock seam
(C) French seam
(D) Bound seam

44. What is gathering used for?
(A) To tighten stitches
(B) To create fullness in a garment
(C) To secure darts
(D) To finish seams

45. Which type of sleeve is attached after the garment is assembled?
(A) Raglan sleeve
(B) Set-in sleeve
(C) Kimono sleeve
(D) Dolman sleeve

46. What is the purpose of a placket?
(A) Decoration
(B) Opening for fastening
(C) Reinforcement
(D) Pleat control

47. Which type of thread is recommended for lightweight fabrics?
(A) Heavy-duty polyester
(B) Thick cotton thread
(C) Fine polyester thread
(D) Nylon cord

48. What is the main purpose of pressing seams open?
(A) Decoration
(B) Reduce bulk and create a smooth finish
(C) Reinforce stitches
(D) Add lining

49. Which stitch is used to attach elastic?
(A) Straight stitch
(B) Overcast stitch
(C) Zigzag stitch
(D) Chain stitch

50. What is the final step in garment construction?
(A) Cutting
(B) Finishing
(C) Stitching
(D) Pressing

Garment Construction Techniques MCQs

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