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1
What is a seam gauge?
A)A small metal ruler that can measure the width of a hem or seam.
B)A flexible narrow strip made of flexible plastic used to measure seams.
C)A tool with a hook like point that is used to measure the amount of thread left on a spool.
D)A small tool that has a very thin and flexible metal wire that helps thread a needle.
2
A smooth-edged tracing tool should be used on
A)Corduroy.
B)Jeans.
C)Silk.
D)Wool.
3
What is a Presser foot?
A)The set of metal "feet" that move the fabric during stitching.
B)Holds the feet dogs firmly in place during stitching.
C)The control used to adjust the width of your stitched.
D)The control that regulates the starting, running, and stopping of the machine.
4
What is a bobbin?
A)The spindle that winds thread from one spool to another.
B)The small, flat spool that holds the bottom thread.
C)The small metal plate under the machine needle.
D)The large wheel on the right side of the machine that controls the up-and-down movement of the needle.
5
What should you check for when buying a sewing machine?
A)There are no scratched on the case.
B)The foot pedal is plastic.
C)The needle area is well lit.
D)The machine is unused.
6
What is one thing you need to make sure you do to maintain your sewing machine?
A)Remove lint.
B)Change the oil.
C)Leave it plugged in.
D)Wash it frequently with soap and water.
7
What does tension refer to?
A)The tightness of looseness of the hand wheel.
B)How loose the thread is.
C)The tightness of the thread.
D)The tightness of looseness of the thread.
8
What part will you not find on a serger?
A)Presser foot.
B)Handwheel.
C)Stitch finger.
D)Bobbin.
9
Do you always need to lift the presser foot when you start to sew with a serger?
A)No.
B)Yes.
C)Only after you backstitch a seam.
D)Only when you change the bobbin.
10
How can you tell that a seam is balanced?
A)One side of the fabric has two threads that lock in the center.
B)Two threads lock in the center between the two layers of fabric.
C)It is a strong seam.
D)You just have to guess.
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