CBSE Board Class 12 Fashion Studies Previous Year Question Papers 2010

PREVIOUS QUESTION PAPER 
FASHION STUDIES
CLASS XII
TIME : 3 Hrs MM : 70
General Instructions:
1. This question paper consists of four sections A, B, C and D.  Section A contains 5 questions
of 1 mark each.  Section B is of 10 questions of 2 marks each.  Section C is of 10 questions
of 3 mark each and section D is of 3 questions of 5 marks each.
2. All questions are compulsory.
3. There is no overall choice.  However, an internal choice has been provided in one question of
2 marks, one question of 3 marks and all the three questions of 5 marks weightage.  Attempt
only one of the choices in such questions.
4. Question numbers 1 to 5 are to be answered in one word or one sentence each.
5. Question numbers 6 to 15 are to be answered in approximately 20-30 words each.
6. Question numbers 16 to 25 are to be answered in approximately 30-50  words each.
7. Question numbers 26 to 28 are to be answered in approximately 80-120 words each.  Where
diagrams are asked word limit does not apply.
Section - A

1. Which of the following define the term "adornment": 1
   a) Self vanity b) Self beautification c) Self expression 1

2. Who introduced the concept of "Friday Dressing" in the U.S? 1

3. What was the color of the uniform of the Vietnamese armies and  Vietcong guerillas
during the Vietnam war? 1

4. Name the basic component of any textile fabric. 1

5. How can you identify the right side of the towel fabric? 1

SECTION B

6. Differentiate between KHADI and KHAKI fabric? 2

7. Mention the two important divisions of pattern construction. 2

8. What kind of underlying fabric is used in pocket flaps?  Why? 24

9. "Mens wear continued to experience dramatic changes throughout the mid twentieth
century". What factors led to the need for sports, leisure wear and variety in men's
wear . 2

10. Give one advantage and disadvantage each of using computerized system of
pattern making for constructing garments? 2

11. Why fabric is considered the most crucial element while designing a garment? 2

12. Which company was the first one to use 'studs' as a trimming and why?  Mention its
two kinds. 2
                                                                    OR
What was the purpose of forming an association "La Chambre Syndicale de le
Couture Parisienne" by the couturiers of France? Give any two. 2

13.  List down any four major influences on children's wear. 2

14. Flat pattern method is preferred as compared to draping method in making a
pattern. Give reasons. 2

15.  Pooja has been asked to prepare a formal dress in georgette fabric. What type of
shear blades should be used by her to cut the fabric and to finish the seams? 2

SECTION C

16. What is the difference between 'Toga' and 'Himation'? 3

17. Briefly explain the three major inventions during industrial revolution that gave impetus
to the textile industry. 3

18. American fashion is straightforward, sensible and businesslike." 3
a) Name  any three apparel items contributed by U.S. fashion industry to the
world's fashion industry
b) Enlist the three innovative fibres/fabrics contributed by U.S. textile industry to
the world's apparel industry.

19. How will you take the following measurements on a dress form: 3
a) Side seam length
b) Cap Height
c) Underarm seam length

20. a) Name the pivot point on the women's front bodice from which all the darts
radiate.
b) State the positions of Flange dart and French dart. 35

21. When is a garment considered out of balance? Briefly explain three conditions. 3

22. a) Name the fibre obtained from the following sources:
i)  Stem of flax plant
ii)  Fleece of sheep
iii) Regenerated cellulosic fibre
iv) Cocoon of silk worm
b) Give one advantage and disadvantage each of Nylon fabric 3

23. What are the silhouettes that can be created in women's wear by altering- (any three
in each) 3
i) Waistline of one piece dresses
ii) Length and width of straight bifurcated garments.

24. What are the various kinds of sleeves? Explain any two kinds of sleeves. 3
OR
         Briefly explain the three kinds of facings used for finishing necklines in a garment. 3

25.   a) How will you calculate the length and width of continuous placket? Explain
            b) Mention any two areas one each in men's wear and women's wear where
continuous plackets are used. 3
SECTION D

26. "The fashion and costume of courts in France underwent a radical change during the
revolution". Briefly explain the five changes in the context of the given statement. 5
OR
"Reversed fashion trends were observed in England which was heading towards a
more orderly social change and an explosive industrial development".