Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region I – Ilocos Region
Schools Division Office-City of San Fernando (LU)
La Union National High School
Catbangen, City of San Fernando, La Union
T.L.E. 7 Handicraft Production
Pre-test

Name:_____________________________________________ Section: ______________ Score:_______

Direction: Carefully read the questions below. Encircle the letter that corresponds to the
correct answer.
1. What is embroidery?
A. A process of dyeing textiles using bright colors.
B. A method of sewing clothing using a machine.
C. Decorative sewing is done to embellish textiles.
D. A process of making cloth like weaving.
2. An essential item for embroiders is to protect the middle finger from the end of
the needle while doing the embroidery work.
A. Fabric C. Milliners
B. Thimble D. Thread
3. How can you describe the embroidery needles?
A. It is blunt. C. It is sharp.
B. It is rough. D. It is rough.
4. What is the function of embroidery hoop?
A. It is used to insert the thread through the needle.
B. It is used to stretch out the cloth or fabric.
C. It is used to trim the thread.
D. It is used to cut thread and fabric.
5. When passing scissors to another person offer them the:
A. Handles C. Points
B. Middle D. All of the above
6. The best place to hold pins and needles while doing embroidery work is called
_________.
A. On the table C. In a pin cushion
B. Pinned to a sleeve D. In your mouth
7. The number one choice for most beginner embroiderers is that you can see
where your needle goes exactly because the cloth is woven with threads with
small spaces between them.
A. Aida C. Fiddler’s cloth
B. Cotton D. Linen
8. Woven fabrics with the same number of threads per inch in both directions, so
that they are woven in a regular square grid.
A. Cotton Cloth C. Plain weave
B. Even weave D. All of the above
9. A container that is designed to hold sewing equipment and accessories.
A. Cushion pin C. Pin container
B. Embroidery bin D. Sewing box
10.Which does NOT belong to the group?
A. Aida C. Jobelan
B. Chenille D. Silk
11. Threads, especially rayon, will fade when exposed to sunlight for extended
periods. What condition of fabric is this?
A. Brittleness C. Lint build-up
B. Discoloring D. Thread dents
12.You are instructed to measure a 5’’ x 3” fabric. What are the tools/supplies
needed for your task?
A. Stiletto C. Sewing gauge.
13.Pair of scissors D. Thimble What is the art or process of
forming decorative designs with hand on cloth?
A. Embroidery C. Stitching
B. Sewing D. Quilting
14.A type of looped stitch used to create dainty flower petals is called the __________.
 A. Bullion stitch C. Lazy Daisy stitch
B. French knot D. Satin stitch
15. The most common stitch used to outline elements of embroidery is ____________.
A. Backstitch C. Sewing gauge.
B. Cross stitch D. Split stitch
16. The most common stitch used as a filler for a smaller element of an embroidery motif is
the _______.
A. Couching stitch C. Satin stitch
B. Cross stitch D. Stem stitch
17. What type of stitch is this?

A. Cross stitch C. Stem stitch

B. Fishbone stitch D. Split stitch
18. A kind of filling stitch which is ideal for making leaves or feathers.
A. Fishbone stitch C. Running stitch.
B. Herringbone stitch D. Split stitch
19. The size of the stitches will be determined by the _____________ of the fabric.
A. Color C. Running stitch.
B. Price D. Weight
20. This stitch is known as rice grain stitch. It uses simple straight stitches in a single direction to fill in patterns.
A. Blanket stitch C. Seed stitch
B. Cross stitch D. Looped stitch
21. This type of decorative stitching is a variation of _____________ stitch.
A. Blanket stitch C. Feather stitch
B. Cross stitch D. Looped stitch
22. Lazy daisy stitch is a variation of __________________ stitch.
A. Blanket stitch C. Looped stitches
B. Proportion D. Rhythm
23. The distribution of the visual weight of objects, colors, texture, and space. If the design
was a scale, these elements should be balanced to make a design feel stable.
A. Balance C. Proportion
B. Emphasis D. Rhythm
24. It catches the viewer’s attention. Usually, the artist will make one area stand out by
contrasting it with other areas. The area could be different in size, color, texture, shape,
etc.
A. Balance C. Proportion
B. Emphasis D. Rhythm
25. The path the viewer’s eye takes through the work of art, often to focal areas. It can be
directed along lines, edges, shapes, and colors within the work of art.
A. Balance C. Harmony
B. Emphasis D. Line
26. The presence of repeating of an object or symbol all over the work of art.
A. Balance C. Harmony
B. Emphasis D. Rhythm
27. It will make the work of art seem active. The replication of elements of design creates a
sense of completeness.
A. Balance C. Proportion
B. Harmony D. Rhythm
28. The feeling of unity between all parts of the work of art creates a sense of completeness.
A. Balance C. Proportion
B. Harmony D. Rhythm
29. The area between and around objects. This can also refer to the feeling of depth.
A. Color C. Space
B. Rhythm D. Texture
30. Colors opposite each other in the color wheel.
A. Analogous C. Monochromatic
B. Complementary D. Primary Colors
31. Symmetrical, asymmetrical, and radial balance are examples of this principle.
A. Balance C. Harmony
B. Proportion D. Rhythm
32. Which of the following statements describes biodegradable waste?
A. A resource for heat and fuel C. Used for composting.
B. Originating from plant sources D. All of the above
33. Which of the following statements describes biodegradable waste?
A. Fabric scrap C. Paper
B. Glass Bottle D. Spray cans
34. What is the environmental benefits of recycling?
A. It decreases pollution and eases garbage pollution.
B. It maximizes the amount of waste.
C. It enhances creativity and resourcefulness.
D. It has the potential to make a profitable business.
35. A process to change (waste) materials into new products to prevent waste of
potentially useful
 materials.
A. Disposal C. Reduce
B. Recycle D. Reuse
36. What is the term used to describe objects that are being washed and used again?
A. Disposal C. Reduce
B. Recycle D. Reuse
37. What does it mean to describe objects that are being washed and used again?
A. It means that it can be eaten?
B. It means that it is perfect for composting.
C. It means that it is bad for the environment.
D. It means that it will eventually break down completely in nature.
38. What does it mean if an item is ‘biodegradable’?
A. Making use of something repeatedly.
B. Making something into something new.
C. Making something ugly into soothing and beautiful.
D. Making less of something, resulting in less waste.
39. What does it mean to recycle?
A. Making use of something repeatedly.
B. Making something into something new.
C. Making something ugly into soothing and beautiful.
D. Making less of something, resulting in less waste.
40. You need to protect the blade by keeping them in a sheath or cover and get them
sharpened occasionally.
A. Embroidery box C. Embroidery Needle
B. Embroidery hoop D. Needle Threader
41. What does it mean to reuse?
A. Reuse means cleaning up the mess.
B. Reuse involves using less of anything.
C. Reuse means to make something into something new.
D. Reuse refers to the practice of using something repeatedly.
42. Which of the following is not a recyclable material?
A. Food C. Paper
B. Metal D. Plastic
43. Which of the following represents the three Rs?
A. Reduce-Rearrange-Recycle
B. Reduce- Respect-Recycle
C. Reduce-Reuse-Reconsider
D. Reduce-Reuse-Recycle
44. Ideal height of the working table for gift wrapping?
A. One-meter height table C. Low table
B. Waist level table D. All of the above
5. You need to protect the blade by keeping them in a sheath or cover and get them
sharpened occasionally.
A. Embroidery box C. Embroidery Needle
B. Embroidery hoop D. Needle Threader
45.What is the embroidery capital of the Philippines?
A. Taal Batangas C. Lumban, Quezon
B. Lumban, Laguna D. Bocaue, Bulacan
46. Observe ____________ when working.
A. Complete materials C. Long ribbon
B. Good Posture D. Appropriate tools
47. If you are going to measure recycled cardboard, what tool are you going to use?
A. Cutter C. Pair of Scissors
B. Glue D. Ruler
48. Which of the following steps in gift bag making comes first?
A. You should fold the sides of the bag into place.
B. You should add the handles and decorative if desired.
C. You should fold and glue the bottom of the bag into place.
D. You should cut a piece of recycled paper to the desired measurement.
49. Which is not a good working habit to be observed in gift wrapping?
A. You must be creative and use recycled materials.
B. You must estimate the measurement of ribbons.
C. You must prepare the materials and supplies needed before starting.
D. You must keep your tools and materials in their proper places after use.
50. The art of packing, wrapping and decorating an item or article to be given as a gift.
A. Embroidery Works C. Gift wrapping
B. Hand Sewing D. Recycling Task