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What is the primary purpose of visiting a textile mill during a field trip?
What is the primary purpose of visiting a textile mill during a field trip?
- To meet the workers and designers of the fabric.
- To learn about the history of clothing production.
- To purchase different types of fabric.
- To understand the process of how cloth is made. (correct)
What does a sericulture farm primarily focus on?
What does a sericulture farm primarily focus on?
- Cultivating hemp plants for fiber.
- Processing wool from sheep for weaving.
- Growing cotton plants for textile production.
- Raising silkworms to extract silk thread. (correct)
According to the content, what is a beneficial way to dispose of old clothes?
According to the content, what is a beneficial way to dispose of old clothes?
- Throw them away in public trash bins away from communities.
- Recycle them into new raw materials in a factory.
- Donate them to orphanages or similar charities. (correct)
- Sell them at a local market to the public.
What is the suggested activity to understand the social and cultural aspects of India regarding traditional clothing?
What is the suggested activity to understand the social and cultural aspects of India regarding traditional clothing?
What initial step is advised for teachers to ensure students appreciate the significance of cloth?
What initial step is advised for teachers to ensure students appreciate the significance of cloth?
Which process involves twisting fibres into strong threads?
Which process involves twisting fibres into strong threads?
What part of the flax plant is used to produce linen fibre?
What part of the flax plant is used to produce linen fibre?
What is the primary use of hessian, a cloth made from jute?
What is the primary use of hessian, a cloth made from jute?
Which material is derived from the outer shell of a coconut?
Which material is derived from the outer shell of a coconut?
What is the term for fibres sourced from plants and animals?
What is the term for fibres sourced from plants and animals?
What is the name for the broad sheets of material made from fibres?
What is the name for the broad sheets of material made from fibres?
Which of these is NOT a common use for coir?
Which of these is NOT a common use for coir?
What device is used to weave yarn into cloth?
What device is used to weave yarn into cloth?
Which of the following is NOT a source of wool?
Which of the following is NOT a source of wool?
What is the term for the process of cutting wool from an animal?
What is the term for the process of cutting wool from an animal?
What is the name given to wool that has been moistened, pressed together, and allowed to shrink into a thick flat sheet?
What is the name given to wool that has been moistened, pressed together, and allowed to shrink into a thick flat sheet?
Which insect is responsible for producing silk fibers?
Which insect is responsible for producing silk fibers?
What is the silky covering spun by silkworms called?
What is the silky covering spun by silkworms called?
What do young silkworms primarily eat?
What do young silkworms primarily eat?
Rayon is an example of what type of fiber?
Rayon is an example of what type of fiber?
Which of these is a characteristic of synthetic fabrics compared to natural ones?
Which of these is a characteristic of synthetic fabrics compared to natural ones?
Which type of clothing should be avoided while cooking due to its flammability?
Which type of clothing should be avoided while cooking due to its flammability?
What type of clothes are mostly worn in warm weather?
What type of clothes are mostly worn in warm weather?
What is the term for a long, thin strand or thread of material?
What is the term for a long, thin strand or thread of material?
Which of these describes a human-made fiber?
Which of these describes a human-made fiber?
What is the primary purpose of wearing woollen clothes?
What is the primary purpose of wearing woollen clothes?
What is the process of making the fabric by joining together the heavy threads called?
What is the process of making the fabric by joining together the heavy threads called?
Which of these is generally considered waterproof?
Which of these is generally considered waterproof?
Flashcards
Fibres
Fibres
Long, thin strands of material that are woven together to make fabric.
Fabric
Fabric
Any cloth made from woven or knitted fibres. It can be made from natural or synthetic fibres.
Natural fibres
Natural fibres
Fibres that come from plants and animals.
Synthetic fibres
Synthetic fibres
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Cotton boll
Cotton boll
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Hessian
Hessian
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Coir
Coir
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Spinning
Spinning
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Discovery-based learning
Discovery-based learning
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Sericulture farm
Sericulture farm
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Empathy
Empathy
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Donating old clothes
Donating old clothes
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What is a fibre?
What is a fibre?
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What are natural fibres?
What are natural fibres?
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What are synthetic fibres?
What are synthetic fibres?
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What is shearing?
What is shearing?
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What is fleece?
What is fleece?
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What is a cocoon?
What is a cocoon?
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What is silk fibre?
What is silk fibre?
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What is yarn?
What is yarn?
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What is weaving?
What is weaving?
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What is knitting?
What is knitting?
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Why wear cotton or linen clothes in warm weather?
Why wear cotton or linen clothes in warm weather?
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Why wear wool clothes in cold weather?
Why wear wool clothes in cold weather?
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What are the advantages of synthetic fabrics?
What are the advantages of synthetic fabrics?
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What are the disadvantages of synthetic fabrics?
What are the disadvantages of synthetic fabrics?
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How does climate affect clothing choices?
How does climate affect clothing choices?
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Study Notes
Clothes and Fibres
- Clothes are used for wearing, furnishing homes, making bags, and more
- Clothes are made from fibres, which are long, thin strands of material
- Fibres are processed into fabrics
- Fibres come from natural sources (plants and animals) and artificial/synthetic sources (factories)
Natural Fibres
- Plant Fibres:
- Cotton: Comes from cotton bolls, which contain thin fibres
- Linen: Comes from the flax plant stalk; stems are rotted and beaten to separate fibres
- Jute: From the stem and outer skin of the jute plant; used in hessian sacks, bags, etc.
- Coir: From the outer shell of coconuts; used in doormats, mattresses, etc.
- Animal Fibres:
- Wool: From the fleece of sheep, goats, and camels; used in warm clothes (coats, jackets, blankets), sometimes made into felt
- Silk: From silkworms; silkworms spin cocoons which are processed to create silk thread, which is woven into cloth; used for expensive clothes, furnishings
Synthetic Fibres
- Fibres produced by chemical processes in factories
- Examples include rayon, nylon, polyester, acrylic, and terylene
- Synthetic fabrics are stronger, more durable, and dry faster than natural fibres; and do not wrinkle as easily
- They can catch fire more easily and may melt if exposed to hot irons
- They can sometimes cause skin rashes
Clothes and Climate
- Clothing choices depend on the climate
- Warm climates: light, breathable fabrics (cotton, linen)
- Cold climates: heavy, warm fabrics (wool)
- Rainy climates: waterproof materials (rubber, plastic)
Key Terms
- Fibre: A long, thin strand or thread of material
- Fabric: A broad spread of cloth
- Yarn: Strong threads; fibres spun together
- Loom: A weaving machine
- Fleece: The coat of hair on an animal
- Cocoon: A silky covering spun by a silkworm
- Shear: To cut off or trim the fleece
- Knit: To make a fabric by joining together pieces of threads with needles
- Dyed: Coloured
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Description
This quiz explores the various types of clothing materials, focusing on natural and synthetic fibres. Learn about plant and animal fibres including their sources and uses, such as cotton, wool, and silk. Test your knowledge about how fibres are processed into fabrics and their significance in fashion and textiles.
