Managing family clothing - JSS2 Home economics Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Define family clothing.
Family clothing refers to garments, dresses or articles we place on the body to prevent exposure, beautify or adorn it.
Mention 4 reasons why cloths require good management.
i. It makes the material last longer.
ii. Regular washing and good maintenance of clothing in the wardrobe keeps materials fresh.
iii. Mending of cloths help to save money for the owner as the repaired cloths could still be worn instead of being thrown away.
iv. Good health and good appearance are maintained by wearing clean and well-kept cloths.
Mention 4 guideline on proper storage of family clothing.
1. Place the dress on a hanger as soon as it is removed from the body.
2. Do not hang a garment by its neck on a hook or nail. This pulls the dress out of shape.
3. Use hangers that are suitable for the width and curve of the shoulders.
4. Remove belts from dresses that are hung as this may cause strain on the side.
State the methods of storage and care of family clothing.
1. Brush dresses before putting them away.
2. Remove stains immediately they occur to save the fibers from damage.
3. Remove decorations on the garments before they are put away.
4. Iron cloths regularly before wearing them again.
Washing cloths with cold water is always sufficient to remove stains and germs.
True
False
What is the recommended way to separate laundry before washing?
by color and fabric type
by size
by brand
by price
Which of the following is a suitable method for drying delicate washing?
tumble drying on high heat
hanging them in direct sunlight
air drying on a flat surface
ironing them immediately after washing
Bleach should be used on all types of fabrics to ensure they are thoroughly cleaned.
True
False
How often should cloths be ironed?
everyday
only when they are wrinkled
once a week
never