Chapter 1-Textile Basics and Textile Selection Quiz 1. In healthcare laundries, the majority of fabrics processed are __________. a. Cotton b. Blends c. Polyester d. Microfibers 2. Fill yarns... a. Run crosswise of the fabric b. Have a higher number of yarns per square inch c. Run parallel to the selvage d. Are stronger than warp yarns 3. Which is a product that may be constructed from a single yarn? a. Percale sheets b. Towels c. Drapery Ties d. Ripcord bedsheets 4. "Thermal shock" or permanent wrinkles occurs in polyester and is caused by: a. Leaving wet textiles in queue for excessive periods before drying b. Sending items through a folder prior to cool down c. Excessive chlorine retention d. Rapid cool down from a hot temperature 5. Muslin Sheets are made from: a. Carded yarns b. Combed yarns 6. The higher the percentage of polyester in a poly/cotton blend: a. The lower the water absorbency b. The greater the dye-ability c. The higher the water absorbency d. The least likely to be damaged by excessive alkalis. 7. To enable a competitive bid process: a. Textile specifications should be firm b. Textile specifications should be flexible 8. This fiber is known for being insulating, wrinkle resistant, weaker when wet, and naturally water repellent: a. Silk b. Flax c. Cotton d. Wool 9. Product specifications do not need to be: a. Clear b. Complete c. Current d. Confidential 10. This fiber is susceptible to water-based stains. a. Cotton b. Polyester c. Wool d. Nylon Chapter 1 Quiz Answers 1) B “Blends “ Page 12, Section on Fiber Blend Yarns 2) A “Run Crosswise of the fabric” Page 13, Woven Fabrics 3) A “Percale Sheets” Page 11, Single Yarns 4) D “Rapid cool down from a hot temperature” Page 9 5) A “Carded Yarns” Page 11 6) A “The Lower the Water Absorbency” Page 12, Section on Fiber Blend Yarns 7) B “Textile Specifications should be Flexible” Page 17 8) D “Wool” Page 8 9) D “Confidential” Page 17 10) A “Cotton” Page 7 .