Clothing Construction N5 — Document
November 2020 — N5 — Clothing Construction
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2020
Nated Clothing Production
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1.1Various options are given as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A D\ next to the question number (1.1.1
1.1.10\in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.1.1a seam on the shoulder a seam at centre front no seam at the shoulder
1.1.2facing interlining stretchy knit band
1.1.3after it is completed after each construction process is completed only after the seams are completed
1.1.4A straight stitching, mostly on a single layer of f abric, just inside the curved or angled seam to prevent the seams from stretching out of shape. Stay stitching
1.1.5pushing through sharp corners making eyelets
1.1.6is/ are ideal for construction marking and fitting alterations. Tape measures Tracing wheels Tailor's chalk
1.1.7ylindrical cushion, used primarily for pressing long curved seams and seams in very narrow areas. press mitt sleeve board tailor's hem
1.1.8encased by banding or binding. Faced edge Enclosed edge Turned
1.1.9This type of pocket hang loose ly on the inside of the garment, while the only pocket opening style line is visible on the outside of the garment.
1.1.10(n\ facing is cut out using a pattern, to the same shape and on the same grain as the edge it will finish.
1.2Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE by writing only 'True' or 'False' next to the question number (1.2.1
1.2.10\in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.2.1Leather and suede can be pressed on the wrong side using a press cloth or brown paper.
1.2.2A need le threader eases threading of hand or machine needles.
1.2.3A seam ripper has sharp, curved edge for cutting seams open.
1.2.4Cut leather with very sharp shears in long even strokes.
1.2.5Pins must be entirely avoided when stitching l eather jackets.
1.2.6Ballpoint needles have rounded points/tips. (10050505 Copyright reserved Please turn over
1.2.7A bound buttonhole is the most suitable fastener for the band of men's trousers.
1.2.8The fly opening on men's trousers closes right over left.
1.2.9A French seam can be used when inserting a zip.
1.2.10
1.3Choose an item/word from COLUMN B to match a description in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A K\next to the question number (1.3.1
1.3.10\in the ANSWER BOOK. COLUMN A COLUMN B
3.10Two needle on one sha Velcro Set in sleeve
1.4Give ONE word or term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the word or term next to the question number (1.4.1
1.4.10\in the ANSWERBOOK.
1.4.1A strip used to f inish off the raw edge of the garment.
1.4.2The most suitable fasteners to use with the buttonholes.
1.4.3An opening at the centre back of a skirt.
1.4.4A suitable fastener for men's trouser
1.4.5A facing that is cut out using a pattern, to the same shape and on the same grain as the edge it will finish.
1.4.6The most suitable fastener on the waistband of men's trouser
1.4.7A sleeve cut as an extension of the body section and is mostly loose fitting.
1.4.8A de nty edge finish used in sheer fabrics and circular skirts of evening garments
1.4.9A sponge forming a specific shape depending on the style of the garment, lying on top of the shoulder.
1.4.10fabric tunnel made to enclose elastic or a draws tring. (10 1\ (10\ [50] TOTAL SECTION A:50
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2.1Identify and name the following sketch of a knitted garment (2\
2.2Discuss the FIVE characteristics of knitted fabrics. (5 2\ (10\
2.3Discuss THREE basic types of machine needles. (6\
2.4What is a stay stitch (3\
2.5Give FOUR machine stitches suitable for knit ted fabrics. (4 2\ (8\
2.6Discuss the most common uses of ribbing. (3\
2.7Name FOUR types of knitted fabrics. (4\
2.8Give TWO machine stitches suitable for knit ted fabrics. (2 2\ (4\
2.9Give TWO examples of waist finishes. (2\
2.10Differentiate between a weft knit and a warp knit. (4\
2.11Wh ich are the TWO quality standards of facing? (2 2\ (4\ [50] (1005050550
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3.1Study the sketch of a zip fastener below and answer the questions.
3.1.1Identify the type of opening. (1\
3.1.2 Discuss the traditional overlap direction for men's and ladies' clothing. (4\
3.1.3Identify the type of stitch at the bottom of the opening. (1\
3.1.4Discuss the purpose of the above stitch. (2\
3.1.5Identify the final stitching vi sible on the left hand side of the opening. (1\
3.1.6What is the purpose of the above stitch? (2\
3.2Which are the TWO quality standards of stitches? (4\
3.3
3.4
3.5What is the difference between underlining and interlining ? (2 2\ (4\
3.6Na me FIVE different types of pressing equipment needed for effective tailoring. (5\
3.7What is the purpose of pressing in tailoring? (2\ [50]50
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4.1Give THREE types of zip (3\
4.2
4.3Describe the positioning of buttonholes in women's garments. (4\
4.4How d o we determine the length of a buttonhole? (2\
4.5Give FOUR types of sleeve finish es (4\
4.6Give THREE types of collar (3\
4.7Give ONE example of each of the above types of collar. (3\
4.8Define the following terms:
4.8.1Inseam
4.8.2Outseam
4.8.3Pocketing
4.8.4A stay
4.8.5
4.9Name the following types of seams and give TWO types of suitable fabrics for each seam type.
4.9.4
4.9.550
Mark Allocation
Total200 marks
Sections50 + 50 + 50 + 50 = 200 marks
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TitleDocument
SubjectClothing Construction
LevelN5
Document typeQuestion paper
Year2020
MonthNovember
Pages12
Downloads3
Examination context
Decade2020s
Years ago6y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start daySunday
Exam periodNovember 2020
Days since exam2,171
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