Grade 5 Home Science – Stitches Quiz

1. When so you do a back stitch

Both beginning and end of stitch
middle of stitch
end of stitch
beginning of stitch
Explanation:

2. Stitches that are made on a fabric which are not meant to be removed later are

chain stitches
back stitches
oversewing
permanent stitches
Explanation:

3. Which of the following is not a permanent stitch

joining stitch
satin stitch
basting
neatening like hemming
Explanation:

4. making a stitch in a fabric requires

needle and sewing machine
thread and needle
sewing machine
ruler and thread
Explanation:

5. Stitches can be made for the following reasons except?

ironing
embroidery
joining
hemming
Explanation:

6. What is a type of stitch that is used for joining two pieces of fabric together?

Running stitch
Backstitch
Chain stitch
Blanket stitch
Explanation:

The backstitch is a strong stitch that is commonly used for joining seams in clothing. It provides a durable and secure hold.

7. Which stitch is commonly used for decorative purposes like hemming or edging?

Backstitch
Running stitch
Chain stitch
Blanket stitch
Explanation:

The blanket stitch is often used for decorative purposes and creating a neat edge on fabrics. It is commonly used for hems on blankets.

8. Which of the following stitches is not suitable for joining fabrics together?

Overcast stitch
Backstitch
Running stitch
Chain stitch
Explanation:

The running stitch is a simple stitch that is best suited for temporary stitching or basting. It is not strong enough for permanent seams.

9. Which stitch is commonly used for sewing buttons onto garments?

Blanket stitch
Chain stitch
Running stitch
Backstitch
Explanation:

The chain stitch is often used for sewing buttons onto garments as it provides a secure hold around the button.

10. Which stitch is commonly used for attaching patches to clothing?

Backstitch
Chain stitch
Running stitch
Blanket stitch
Explanation:

The running stitch is often used for attaching patches to clothing as it is quick and easy to sew through layers of fabric.

11. Which of the following stitches is commonly used for sewing elastic into garments?

Blanket stitch
Chain stitch
Running stitch
Backstitch
Explanation:

The backstitch is often used for sewing elastic into garments as it provides a strong and secure hold for stretchy fabrics.

12. Which stitch is commonly used for sewing zippers into garments?

Running stitch
Chain stitch
Backstitch
Blanket stitch
Explanation:

The backstitch is often used for sewing zippers into garments as it provides a strong and secure hold along the zipper tape.

13. What is a loop of thread made to join fabrics together called?

Button
Stitch
Hook
Zipper
Explanation:

A loop of thread made to join fabrics together is called a stitch.

14. Which of the following is not a type of hand stitch?

Serging stitch
Running stitch
Satin stitch
Back stitch
Explanation:

Serging stitch is not a type of hand stitch. It is used in overlock machines.

15. What stitch is often used for decorative purposes and edging?

Box stitch
Zigzag stitch
Straight stitch
Cross stitch
Explanation:

Zigzag stitch is often used for decorative purposes and edging of fabrics.

16. Which stitch is commonly used to join two pieces of fabric together?

Seam stitch
Tack stitch
Chain stitch
Embroidery stitch
Explanation:

Seam stitch is commonly used to join two pieces of fabric together in sewing.

17. Which stitch is used to secure the edges of fabric to prevent fraying?

Blanket stitch
Whip stitch
Cross stitch
Running stitch
Explanation:

Blanket stitch is used to secure the edges of fabric to prevent fraying.

18. What is the name for a stitch used to attach buttons to garments?

Basting stitch
Ladder stitch
Buttonhole stitch
Blanket stitch
Explanation:

Buttonhole stitch is used to attach buttons to garments securely.

19. What type of stitch is commonly used in quilting to hold the layers together?

Basting stitch
Trim stitch
Running stitch
Catch stitch
Explanation:

Basting stitch is commonly used in quilting to hold the layers together before permanent stitching.

20. Which stitch pattern is often used for repairing tears in fabric?

Chain stitch
Running stitch
Back stitch
Ladder stitch
Explanation:

Ladder stitch is often used for repairing tears in fabric as it is nearly invisible.

21. What stitch is ideal for sewing stretch fabrics like knits?

Zigzag stitch
Chain stitch
Overcast stitch
Lock stitch
Explanation:

Zigzag stitch is ideal for sewing stretch fabrics like knits as it allows some stretch in the seam.

22. Which stitch is used to join fabrics temporarily before final sewing?

Running stitch
Back stitch
Basting stitch
Loop stitch
Explanation:

Basting stitch is used to join fabrics temporarily before final sewing to check fit and placement.

23. What type of stitch is often used for adding fine detail in embroidery?

Topstitch
Satin stitch
Cross stitch
Whip stitch
Explanation:

Satin stitch is often used for adding fine detail in embroidery due to its smooth and shiny appearance.

24. Which stitch is commonly applied along the edge of a folded fabric to secure it?

Crab stitch
Overcast stitch
Blind stitch
Ladder stitch
Explanation:

Blind stitch is commonly applied along the edge of a folded fabric to secure it without being visible from the outside.

25. What type of stitch is often used to create a strong seam in denim or jeans?

Flatlock stitch
Loop stitch
Topstitch
Whip stitch
Explanation:

Flatlock stitch is often used to create a strong seam in denim or jeans with a flat, comfortable finish.

26. What stitch is used to attach two pieces of fabric without showing the thread on the right side?

Fringe stitch
Slip stitch
Ladder stitch
Saddle stitch
Explanation:

Slip stitch is used to attach two pieces of fabric without showing the thread on the right side, creating an invisible join.

27. Which stitch is commonly used for hemming pants or skirts?

Turned stitch
Folded stitch
Hem stitch
Overlay stitch
Explanation:

Hem stitch is commonly used for hemming pants or skirts, securing the folded edge in place.

28. What is the term for a stitch pattern that mimics the look of hand embroidery stitches?

Hemstitch
Whip stitch
Topstitch
Picot stitch
Explanation:

Topstitch is the term for a stitch pattern that mimics the look of hand embroidery stitches, often seen on the outside of a garment for decorative purposes.

29. Which stitch is often used for repairing tears in seams or where additional strength is needed?

Tack stitch
Cross stitch
Chain stitch
Ladder stitch
Explanation:

Tack stitch is often used for repairing tears in seams or where additional strength is needed due to its secure holding capability.

30. What type of stitch is commonly used to create gathers or ruffles on a garment?

Gathering stitch
Lock stitch
Pick stitch
Rolled hem stitch
Explanation:

Gathering stitch is commonly used to create gathers or ruffles on a garment by sewing a loose straight stitch and gathering the fabric before securing.

31. Which stitch is used to create a firm, straight line of reinforcement on fabric edges?

Topstitch
Whip stitch
Saddle stitch
Back stitch
Explanation:

Topstitch is used to create a firm, straight line of reinforcement on fabric edges, adding both strength and decoration to the piece.

32. What stitch pattern is often used to create a scalloped edge on fabric?

Picot stitch
Saddle stitch
Turned stitch
Back stitch
Explanation:

Picot stitch is often used to create a scalloped edge on fabric, giving a decorative and intricate finish.

33. Which stitch is used to attach a decorative trim or ribbon to a garment?

Hem stitch
Ladder stitch
Tack stitch
Blanket stitch
Explanation:

Blanket stitch is used to attach a decorative trim or ribbon to a garment, creating a secure and decorative embellishment.

34. What type of stitch is commonly used to finish raw edges of fabric to prevent fraying?

Lock stitch
Loop stitch
Overcast stitch
Seam stitch
Explanation:

Overcast stitch is commonly used to finish raw edges of fabric to prevent fraying by encasing the edge in thread loops.

35. Which stitch is used to create tiny, closely spaced stitches for securing hems or seams?

Catch stitch
Overcast stitch
Whip stitch
Running stitch
Explanation:

Catch stitch is used to create tiny, closely spaced stitches for securing hems or seams, providing both strength and flexibility.

36. What stitch is often used along the edge of fabric for an ornamental finish?

Turned stitch
Picot stitch
Loop stitch
Saddle stitch
Explanation:

Picot stitch is often used along the edge of fabric for an ornamental finish with a looped or scalloped appearance.

37. Which stitch is commonly used for attaching patches or appliques onto fabric?

Back stitch
Whip stitch
Running stitch
Saddle stitch
Explanation:

Whip stitch is commonly used for attaching patches or appliques onto fabric by wrapping the thread around the edge securely.