Unit 6: Quiz 3

Question 1

The cut or uncut loops that project above the back of a carpet.

Answer 1

pile

Question 2

Returning to its original form after being bent, compressed, or stretched.

Answer 2

resilient

Question 3

How do you distinguish between hardwood and softwood trees?

Answer 3

Hardwoods shed their leaves in winter while softwoods retain their needles.

Question 4

two examples of hardwood

Answer 4

maple and oak

Question 5

two examples of softwood

Answer 5

pine and cedar

Question 6

__________ wood is usually cheaper

Answer 6

softwood

Question 7

Distinguish between a rug and carpet.

Answer 7

Carpet is room-sized while rugs vary in size.

Question 8

What material is most often used in carpeting?

Answer 8

acrylic

Question 9

What are two functions of carpeting?

Answer 9

They absorb noise and provide padding.

Question 10

The soft first plumage of many young birds

Answer 10

down

Question 11

A pleasing relationship among parts, resulting in harmony to the design as a whole.

Answer 11

proportion

Question 12

A three-dimensional setting for furniture and furnishings.

Answer 12

space

Question 13

One or more pieces of fabric draped over a rod typically used at the top of a window treatment. Often used with a pleated or tapered tail down either side.

Answer 13

swag

Question 14

The surface covering of fabrics, furniture, and furnishings

Answer 14

texture

Question 15

Walls should serve as a

Answer 15

focal point

Question 16

The sun may affect your choice of

Answer 16

wallpaper

Question 17

Large patterns on the wall and ceiling make the room seem

Answer 17

smaller

Question 18

Horizontal wood paneling makes a room seem

Answer 18

wider

Question 19

Color in the living room should be

Answer 19

subtle

Question 20

Paint appears _______ on the wall than in the can

Answer 20

darker

Question 21

Ceramic tile is most often used in the

Answer 21

kitchen

Question 22

What is the main function of windows?

Answer 22

to admit light and air

Question 23

Drapes are more

Answer 23

formal

Question 24

How do drapes and curtains differ in the way they are hung?

Answer 24

Curtains have pockets at the top where curtain rods run. Drapes are pinch-pleated and hung with drapery hooks.

Question 25

____________ is the more formal style of curtain

Answer 25

Priscilla

Question 26

What are some of the functions of window treatment?

Answer 26

They can be decorative, provide privacy, control noise and light, and help to conserve energy.

Question 27

Radiating light source that produces much less heat then incandescent lighting; cost less to operate; is safer for enclosed areas such as a hutch or bookcase.

Answer 27

fluorescent

Question 28

Light bulb that emits light due to glowing material; gives off a yellow light which lends a golden tone to objects and produces a warm, comfortable effect.

Answer 28

incandescent

Question 29

Name two functions of lighting from a decorator’s view.

Answer 29

Light can visually increase the apparent space and determine the mood of the room.

Question 30

What are the three main types of artificial lighting?

Answer 30

general or background ,local or task lighting, and decorative

Question 31

___________ is best for the kitchen.

Answer 31

Local

Question 32

_________ lighting emits less heat.

Answer 32

Fluorescent

Question 33

An antique lamp is a good example of _________ lighting.

Answer 33

decorative