Part A :
Question 21 - 24
Choose the correct letter, A , B or C .
21 What first inspired Jim to choose this project?
atextiles displayed in an exhibition
ba book about a botanic garden
ccarpets he saw on holiday
22 Jim eventually decided to do a practical investigation which involved
ausing a range of dyes with different fibres.
bapplying different dyes to one type of fibre.
ctesting one dye and a range of fibres.
23 When doing his experiments, Jim was surprised by
ahow much natural material was needed to make the dye.
bthe fact that dyes were widely available on the internet.
cthe time that he had to leave the fabric in the dye.
24 What problem did Jim have with using tartrazine as a fabric dye?
aIt caused a slight allergic reaction.
bIt was not a permanent dye on cotton.
cIt was ineffective when used on nylon.
What problem is identified with each of the following natural dyes?
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H , next to Questions 25-30
Possible reasons
25 25 turmeric
26 26 beetroot
27 27 Tyrian purple
28 28 logwood
29 29 cochineal
30 30 metal oxide
a It is expensive.
b The colour is too strong.
c The colour is not long-lasting.
d It is very poisonous.
e It can damage the fabric.
f The colour may be unexpected.
g It is unsuitable for some fabrics.
h It is not generally available.