American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) Practice Test

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What is the term for a collection of long lengths of tightly spun fibers used in fabric production?

Thread
Yarn
Fabric
Textile

The correct answer is: Yarn

Yarn refers to the collection of long lengths of tightly spun fibers that are used in fabric production. It serves as the essential building block from which various types of fabrics are woven or knitted. Yarn consists of individual fibers that have been twisted together to create a stronger, continuous strand, making it suitable for creating textiles. In fabric production, the process typically involves taking this yarn and interlacing or knitting it to form a textile or fabric, which can then be used for a variety of applications such as clothing, upholstery, and more. The distinction of yarn is vital, as it is specifically tailored for this purpose, whereas terms like fabric and textile refer to the finished products rather than the raw material used to create them. Thread is another related term but usually refers to a thinner, finer strand used specifically for sewing rather than for weaving or knitting fabrics.