SECTION C

Question 1

3 Hazards or dangers in the textiles room

Answer 1

1.Operating the sewing machine with
fingers too close to the needle
2.Operating the sewing machine with
jewellery
3.Moving the sewing machine.

Question 2

how Operating the sewing machine with
fingers too close to the needle is a hazard

Answer 2

Needle in the finger

Question 3

how operating the sewing machine with
jewellery is a hazard

Answer 3

Jarring or hand injury as a result of
jewellery getting caught in moving
machine parts

Question 4

how moving the sewing machine is a hazard

Answer 4

Damage to the foot if the machine is dropped or damage to the shoulder or arm muscles if the machine is not picked up correctly.

Question 5

Feed Teeth

Answer 5

feeds (moves) fabric through machine

Question 6

Presser Foot

Answer 6

holds fabric, to be sewn in place

Question 7

Tension Control

Answer 7

changes the tension of thread

Question 8

Stitch Selector

Answer 8

changes different types of stitches

Question 8

Bobbin Winder

Answer 8

winds thread onto bobbin

Question 9

Stitch Width Control

Answer 9

changes the stitch width

Question 10

Hand Wheel Release

Answer 10

releases the needle when winding a bobbin

Question 11

Hand Wheel

Answer 11

moves the needle up and down when turned

Question 12

Needle Position Control

Answer 12

moves the needle from left to right

Question 13

Buttonhole

Answer 13

allows you to sew a buttonhole

Question 14

Stitch Length/Reverse Control

Answer 14

puts machine in reverse/changes stitch length

Question 15

Sew/Darn Control

Answer 15

raises and lowers the feed teeth

Question 16

Bobbin Case Holder

Answer 16

holds the bobbin case in place

Question 17

Needle

Answer 17

passes thread through the fabric

Question 18

Take-Up Lever

Answer 18

takes thread up and down when sewing

Question 19

how do you thread the needle up?

Answer 19

Place the spool of thread on the spool pin.
Pull the thread through the first thread guide.
Bring the thread down around the tension dial and through the second thread guide.
Pull the thread up and around the take-up lever.
Guide the thread through any remaining thread guides down to the needle.
Thread the needle from front to back.

Question 20

how you can produce a garment of good quality?

Answer 20

Fabric Selection
Accurate Cutting
Seam Allowance
Proper Stitching
Pressing
Finishing Techniques
Inspection
Fit and Adjustment

Question 21

Fabric Selection
Choose high-quality fabrics suitable for the intended garment.

Answer 21

Accurate Cutting
Ensure all pattern pieces are cut accurately and on the grain.

Question 22

Seam Allowance

Answer 22

Maintain consistent seam allowances for uniform construction.

Question 23

Proper Stitching

Answer 23

Use appropriate stitch types and lengths for the fabric and garment.

Question 24

Pressing

Answer 24

Press seams and hems as you sew to ensure a smooth, professional finish.

Question 25

Finishing Techniques

Answer 25

Use finishing techniques like overlocking, binding, or French seams to prevent fraying and create a neat interior.

Question 26

Inspection

Answer 26

Regularly check your work for any errors or loose threads and correct them immediately.

Question 27

Fit and Adjustment

Answer 27

Make necessary adjustments to ensure the garment fits well and looks polished.