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About Textile Terms
Textile Terms is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Fabric, weaving, and textile vocabulary A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. What is the 'warp' in weaving?
Answer: The vertical threads held taut on the loom
2. What is the 'weft' (also called 'woof') in weaving?
Answer: The horizontal threads woven over and under the warp
3. What does 'mercerized' mean when describing cotton?
Answer: Treated with a chemical process to increase luster and strength
4. What is 'selvage' (or 'selvedge') on a piece of fabric?
Answer: The tightly woven edge that prevents unraveling
5. What is 'batik'?
Answer: A fabric dyeing technique using wax to create patterns
Frequently asked questions
What's a good follow-up after Textile Terms?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
Can I print Textile Terms?
Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Textile Terms fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Textile Terms?
Textile Terms has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
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