CBSE Academic Class XII Fashion Studies Set-II Sample Question Paper 2015-16

Name of the Board : CBSE Academic
Class : XII STD
Subject : Fashion Studies
Year : 2015-16

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Fashion Studies Set-II Sample Question Paper :

Time: 3hours
M.M. :70

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Section – A :
Q1. State the contribution of designer Samant Chauhan towards sustainable fashion practise. 1
Q2. How basic block can be drafted to fit individual figure? 1
Q3. Give reason for the country like US having much more than three usual sizes in
apparel industry. 1
Q4. Define the term ‘Indo-western wear’. 1
Q5. Why buttons were considered morally loose in the past? 1
Q6. Propose a reason why is silk and wool common choices for interlining. 1
Q7. Draw a figure to show ‘true bias’. 1

Section – B :
Q8. How is marital status indicated in parts of India and western culture? 2
Q9. Why are camouflage prints used by the military across the World? 2
Q10. Outline points to support that in prehistoric time, animal skin and bones were the main source of human clothing needs. 2
Q11. Sanya has abnormally large hip i.e. 46 inches and bust 36 inches. Suggest a garment size/silhouette that can accommodate her abnormal body measurement. 2
Q12. Show and write steps to convert basic bodice block into sleeveless bodice. 2
Q13. Give reason for fabrics like linen and fine cotton being more in trend for men’s casual wear garments. 2
Q14. Why linear trims are considered to be least expensive? Name any two examples of linear trims. 1+1=2
OR
Relate the relationship between the size of button and its ‘line’. 2
Q15. Enlist steps to pin a pattern to fabric. 2

Section – C :
Q16. Compare between draped costume, slip-on-costume and closed stitch costume. 3
Q17. Discuss a procedure to develop ‘glass neckline’ by giving relevant figure. 3
Q18. List the body measurements required to develop skirt block. How will you take them? 3
Q19. Explain any three products common to most of the regular categories in women’s wear. 3
Q20.a) ‘Stitched garments were originally minor sidelines of a few couture houses but later ready to wear industry steadily grew into a full-fledged one.’ Justify the statement.
b) Give two reasons for conducting trade shows and fairs in several fashion cities. 2+1=3

Q21. Distinguish between test fit and garment fit. State cases in which refitting becomes necessary. 2+1=3
Q22.a) Do you agree American fashion aimed at the average consumer? Justify your viewpoint.
b) Why is New York called the business capital of fashion? 2+1=3
OR
Mention the unique style of Japanese fashion makers .How has Japan been able to capture the World market? 1+2=3
Q23. For accurate cutting results, proper shears and techniques should be used. List different blade types and relate their specific uses. 3
Q24.a) Why is it advisable to make plackets with more than one layer of fabric?
b) The two sides of the plackets often overlap. Comment. 2+1=3

Section-D :
Q25.a) Our knowledge of early Indian costume is based on a few findings. Elaborate any three.
b) What is Uttariya? How was it draped by working class men? 3+2=5
OR
a) What was the effect of Industrial revolution on Indian economy?
b) Write the word from which ‘chintz’ is derived and what does it mean?
c) List any two words which are of Indian origin but have become part of modern global textile vocabulary. 3+1+1=5

Q26. How will you take following measurements on a dress form? 1+1+1+1+1=5
a) Cap height
b) Bicep circumference
c) Centre front length for lower garment
d) Underarm seam
e) Width of back

OR
Pattern making can be achieved by two methods. 3+2=5
a) Which one is widely used? Give any three reasons.
b) Which one is considered as a creative approach and why?

Q27. ‘Certain fabrics involve special consideration in pattern selecting and layout.’ Select the most important consideration to be kept in mind to cut following fabrics: 1+1+1+1+1=5
a. Directional fabrics
b. Diagonals
c. Fabric with large floral motif
d. Border print
e. Uneven crosswise plaids.
OR
‘An essential step before starting the construction of garment is fabric preparation.” Discuss series of steps to prepare fabric to achieve a better fit and professional look. 5

Q28. Explain the steps of construction to develop continuous placket, along with neat labelled figure. 5
OR
Plan steps involved in preparing simple shirt placket along with relevant figures.