1. The type of machine that uses a needle that goes from side to side is a/an

A. chain-stitch machine.
B. straight-stitch machine.
C. offset machine.
D. zigzag machine.

2. Zigzag machines are divided into two categories:
A. manual and automatic.
B. overlock and serger.
C. fully atuomatic and semiautomatic.
D. variable speed manual.

3. A foot that allows the needle to sew from side to side is a
A. swivel.
B. zigzag.
C. binder.
D. blind hemmer.

4. A chair that's at the correct height for your sewing table is an example of
A. ergonomics.
B. economics.
C. environment.
D. ideal height.

5. Another name for a thread guide is a/an
A. spindle.
B. escapement.
C. tension guide.
D. spool.

6. A tension assembly places _______ on the thread.
A. pull
B. tug
C. resistance
D. pressure

7. The part of the machine that draws thread up from the bobbin is called a/an
A. take-up lever.
B. needle.
C. upper tension assembly.
D. shuttle.

8. The recommended height for a sewing table is
A. 36 in.
B. 48 in.
C. 27 in.
D. 32 in.

9. The machine should not be oiled until the
A. parts clatter.
B. recommended time between oilings is up.
C. oil indicator light comes on.
D. uptake is at its highest point.

10. The bobbin, bobbin case, and the race hook are located in the
A. lower tension assembly.
B. escapement.
C. swing arm.
D. shuttle.

11. The _______ places the thread loop over the bobbin case.
A. needle
B. rotary mechanism
C. spindle hook
D. race hook

12. The _______ move the fabric forward in the machine.
A. hem guides
B. feed dogs
C. pressure plates
D. zipper feet

13. To adjust the lower tension on an oscillating-hook type machine, you would turn a screw on the
A. bobbin case.
B. needle holder.
C. upper tension assembly.
D. race hook.

14. The area most likely to become impacted with lint is around the
A. bobbin.
B. upper tension assembly.
C. feed dogs.
D. needle.

15. Sharp objects such as a screwdriver or nail should never be used for removing lint because they'll
A. break off in the machine.
B. create burrs.
C. bend delicate parts.
D. shock you.

16. To remove burrs, use
A. a file.
B. sandpaper.
C. a grinder.
D. crocus cloth.

17. The race hook should be oiled every
A. week.
B. year.
C. 6-8 hours of running time.
D. day.

18. A unique characteristic of machine oil is that it
A. evaporates.
B. doesn't stain.
C. is odorless.
D. is colorless.

19. Skipping stitches may be the result of using
A. a bobbin tension that is too tight.
B. thread that is too coarse for the needle.
C. a needle that is too fine for the thread.
D. thread that is of poor quality.

20. The first lock-stitch sewing machine was invented by
A. Isaac Singer.
B. Elias Howe.
C. A. B. Wilson.
D. Ben Franklin.

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1.d
2.a
3.b
4.d
5.a
6.b
7.a
8.a
9.c
10.b
11.a
12.d
13.b
14.a
15.b
16.d
17.a
18.c
19.d
20.a
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The type of machine that uses a needle that goes from side to side is a/an
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Question Number Your Answer Answer Reference

1. D Correct
2. C Correct
3. B Correct
4. A Correct
5. B Correct
6. C Correct
7. A Correct
8. C Correct
9. D Correct
10. D Correct
11. D Correct
12. B Correct
13. A Correct
14. C Correct
15. B Correct
16. D Correct
17. C Correct
18. A Correct
19. C Correct
20. B Correct

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