FIRST QUARTER EXAM.

Dressmaking - Grade 10

Name: _______________________ Grade/ Section: ____________

School: ______________________ Score: ___________________
DIRECTION: Write the letter of the correct answer before each number.
_____1. What principle of design which can be achieved by creating a center of interest in the
garment?
A. Balance B. Emphasis C. Rhythm D. Proportion
_____2. Which of the characteristics below of ladies skirt will you consider first when designing?
A. Age of the wearer C. Tools and material
B. Price of the cloth D. Design of skirts
_____3. Colors bring life to us. Our looks and feelings are sometimes mirrored by our selection
of colors since it reveals our personality. What do you think is the psychological meaning of
“RED” according to study?
A. it represents truth, loyalty, calmness and wisdom C. makes us feel joyful, cheer & fresh
B. it means love, & connotes passion and bravery D. makes us feel clean, fresh & pure
_____4. What principle of design is referring to the movement of the eye from one part of the
design to other parts?
a. Balance b. Emphasis c. Proportion d. Rhythm
_____5. What body measurement is taken around the smallest part of the natural waistline?
A. Bust B. Waist C. Hips D. Armhole
_____6. Which of the body measurement below is NOT classified as circumferential body
measurement?
A. Hips B. Chest C. Waist D. Bust
_____7. What kind of fabric will you used for women’s and children’s dresses and blouses,
summer dress which is very strong, cool to wear, and usually more expensive than cotton?
A. Denim B. Linen C. Satin D. Wool
Suzy is slim and has narrow-hipped figure.

_____8. What type of skirt would best suit for Suzy?

a. Gored b. A-line c. Pleated d. Pant
_____9. What measurement needed in drafting a ladies skirts, where the female customer
measurement is being taken from waistline down to the length of the skirts?
A. Thigh circumference B. Full length C. Leg circumference D. Crotch
_____10. In manipulating basic/ block pattern for ladies skirts, these basic pattern must be
prepared, EXCEPT;
I. Blouse II. Pants III. Sleeve IV. Skirt
a. I &II b. I, II & III c. III & IV d. IV only
_____11.To drafts a ladies' skirt pattern, which body measurements are typically needed?
a. Bust, hip, and waist measurements
b. Shoulder, ankle, and wrist measurements
c. Head circumference, knee, and elbow measurements
d. Neck, waist, and knee measurements
_____12. What is the main difference between an A-line skirt and a pencil skirt?
a. A-line skirts have a narrower hemline than pencil skirts.
b. Pencil skirts are usually longer than A-line skirts.
c. A-line skirts have a straight, narrow shape while pencil skirts flare out.
d. Pencil skirts have a flared silhouette while A-line skirts are more fitted.
_____13. How are you going to cut curves portion on the pattern to have a smooth cut and
perfect curve in cutting?
A. Your strokes in cutting must be longer B. Strokes in cutting must be shorter
C. Used dull scissors to cut smoothly D. Shears must be sharp to cut faster
_____14. What side of fabric do you pin the pattern to?
a. Crosswise b. Diagonal c. Right d. Wrong
_____15. What do you consider in folding fabrics?
a. Pattern size b. Quality of fabric c. Body measurements d. Neatness of pattern
_____16. What will happen if you lay out the pattern pieces on the right side of the fabric?
a. It will cut the fabric. b. Assembling will be difficult.
c. The right side might be soiled. d. Markings will show on the right side.
_____17. What is the last step in laying out basic skirt patterns?
a. Place your pattern pieces over your fabric.
b. Place pins completely inside the cutting line.
c. Align the grain lines of the back skirt piece and the back facing.
d. Cut your 1 front on the fold, 2 back, 1 front facing on the fold, and waistband pattern
_____18. What do you call the dressmaker’s guide in cutting fabric pieces in accordance with
the garment design?
A. Dressmaker scale B. Pattern C. Manuscript D. Design
_____19. What is used to hold the pattern pieces in place while cutting the fabric in the absence
of pins?
A. Sewing kit B. Pin cushion C. Pattern weight D. Needles
_____20. What is the primary purpose of using a pattern when sewing a ladies' skirt?
a. To choose the fabric for the skirt
b. To select the appropriate thread color
c. To determine the skirt's length after sewing
d. To create a guide for cutting and assembling the skirt
______21. Before cutting the fabric for a ladies' skirt, what is the recommended step to take?
a. Skip pattern placement to save fabric b. Cut without using any pattern
c. Wash and press the fabric d. Begin sewing without cutting
______22. Seam allowance refers to:
a. The space between the sewing machine and the fabric
b. The distance between the pattern edge and the stitching line
c. The size of the scissors used for cutting fabric
d. The amount of thread needed for a sewing project
______23. Which sewing machine setting should you use to secure your stitches at the
beginning and end of a seam?
a. Straight stitch b. Zigzag stitch c. Backstitch d. Running stitch
______24. How would you gather fabric when creating a ruffled skirt?
a. By sewing two pieces of fabric together
b. By folding the fabric at the hem
c. By pulling the threads of a basting stitch
d. By ironing the fabric thoroughly
_____25. How important are buttons in garments?
a. It fastens the opening of the garment b. It beautifies the garment
c. It adds attraction d. It is useful in all types of garments
_____26. What is the recommended fastener for ladies skirts?
a. zipper b. Buttons c. Safety pins d. Hook and eye
_____27. What is the purpose of using interfacing in a skirt?
a. To create gathers or pleats
b. To add extra flair to the skirt
c. To attach buttons and zippers
d. To reinforce and support areas like waistbands and pockets
_____28. When sewing a skirt, what is a "dart"?
a. A type of seam
b. A fastening method
c. A decorative stitch pattern
d. A folded and stitched tuck used to shape the fabric
_____29. Why should cloth be pressed?
I. Prevents wrinkles III. Smoothens the cloth
II. Increases the overall lifespan of clothes IV. looks good when worn

a. I only b. I & II c. I, II &III d. I, III, & IV

_____30. Which is a main label used in garment?
a. Brand name b. Composition label c. Size label d. Flag label
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Answer key

1. B
2. A
3. B
4. D
5. B
6. B
7. B
8. B
9. B
10. B
11. A
12. C
13. B
14. B
15. A
16. D
17. D
18. B
19. C
20. D
21. A
22. B
23. C
24. C
25. A
26. A
27. D
28. D
29. D
30. A