Laundry Room Quiz

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Instructions: Test your knowledge of laundry room essentials, from detergents to care labels and fabric care basics.

1.
What does a circle symbol on a clothing care label indicate?
A
Drying instructions
B
Ironing instructions
C
Washing instructions
D
Dry cleaning instructions
2.
Which laundry product is added during the rinse cycle to make fabrics softer and reduce static?
A
Starch
B
Bleach
C
Fabric softener
D
Detergent booster
3.
What is the purpose of a lint trap in a clothes dryer?
A
Catching lint and fiber debris to prevent buildup and fire hazards
B
Adding fragrance to clothes
C
Heating the air
D
Controlling the temperature
4.
Which substance is commonly used to whiten white fabrics and disinfect laundry?
A
Chlorine bleach
B
Hydrogen peroxide
C
Vinegar
D
Baking soda
5.
What does a square with a circle inside represent on a care label?
A
Tumble dry
B
Machine wash
C
Do not wring
D
Hang dry
6.
Which laundry item is a flat, heated metal surface used to press wrinkles out of clothing?
A
Press cloth
B
Iron
C
Mangle
D
Steamer
7.
What is laundry bluing used for?
A
Adding a trace of blue dye to counteract yellowing in white fabrics
B
Removing blue stains
C
Dyeing clothes blue
D
Softening hard water
8.
Which type of detergent is specifically formulated for high-efficiency (HE) washing machines?
A
HE detergent (low-sudsing)
B
Washing soda
C
Bar soap
D
Powder detergent
9.
What is an ironing board?
A
A padded, flat surface on legs designed for pressing clothes with an iron
B
A drying rack
C
A cutting surface for fabric
D
A folding table for sorting laundry
10.
Which product is sprayed on fabric before ironing to add crispness and stiffness?
A
Wrinkle releaser
B
Static guard
C
Fabric softener
D
Spray starch
11.
What does an X through a symbol on a care label mean?
A
Proceed with caution
B
Use extra product
C
Extra care needed
D
Do not perform that action
12.
Which laundry tool is a collapsible frame used to air-dry clothes indoors?
A
Drying rack
B
Retractable hanger
C
Garment bag
D
Clothesline
13.
What is OxiClean (oxygen bleach) primarily used for?
A
Preventing fabric shrinkage
B
Bleaching colored fabrics
C
Removing stains and brightening laundry as a color-safe bleach alternative
D
Disinfecting washing machines
14.
Which item is placed in the dryer to reduce static cling and add fragrance?
A
Dryer ball
B
Scent booster
C
Fabric softener pod
D
Dryer sheet
15.
What is the purpose of a mesh laundry bag?
A
Separating colors from whites
B
Protecting delicate items during machine washing
C
Storing dirty clothes
D
Carrying laundry to the laundromat

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