Clothing: Function and Fabric Types
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What is the main reason we wear clothes?

  • To look fashionable
  • To protect ourselves from the elements
  • To identify our profession
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Early humans wore clothes made from leaves and animal skins.

    True (A)

    What are two types of fibres used to make fabrics?

    Natural fibres and synthetic fibres

    We wear _______ clothes during winter to stay warm.

    <p>woolen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following clothing items with their primary purpose:

    <p>Raincoat = Protection from rain Woolen sweater = Warmth in cold weather Cotton T-shirt = Comfort in hot weather Uniform = Identification of profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a natural fibre?

    <p>Nylon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Synthetic fibres are generally weaker than natural fibres.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Give two examples of synthetic fibres.

    <p>Nylon and polyester</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Clothes - Our Protectors

    • Early humans used leaves and animal skins to cover their bodies
    • Clothes are worn for various reasons:
      • Appearance (looking smart)
      • Protection from the weather (sun, cold, rain, dust, insects)
      • Identifying professions (e.g., doctor, lawyer, policeman)

    Clothing and Jobs

    • People can be identified by their clothing
    • Examples of professions and their associated clothing:
      • Policeman
      • Student
      • Soldier
      • Doctor
      • Dancer
      • Lawyer

    Clothes for Different Seasons

    • People wear different clothes for different seasons.
    • Winter clothing: woolen clothes
    • Summer clothing: cotton clothes
    • Rainy season clothing: raincoats

    Types of Fibers

    • Clothes are made from different cloth materials or fabrics. This is made by weaving the fibres
    • Two types of fibers:
      • Natural fibers
        • Examples: Cotton, wool, silk
        • These are obtained from natural sources (plants, animals)
      • Synthetic fibers
        • Examples: Nylon, polyester, rayon
        • Made from chemicals by humans

    Caring for Clothes

    • Proper care maintains clothes' condition:
      • Use good quality soap and detergent
      • Wash, dry, and iron appropriately
      • Woollen clothes need liquid detergents for care
      • Delicate clothes (silk, wool) require dry cleaning
      • Store delicate clothes with neem leaves or naphthalene balls to prevent insects

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    Explore the fascinating world of clothing and its multifaceted roles in our lives. This quiz covers the evolution of clothing, the significance of various fabrics, and the impact of seasons on our wardrobe choices. Test your knowledge about the various professions associated with specific clothing styles!

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