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Key Facts: Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-Ups Exam

40+50+10

Theory + Practical + INA marks under PSEB Scheme of Studies

PSEB Scheme of Studies Class X — Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing (89)

Code 89

Subject code for Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing

PSEB Scheme of Studies

SMO

Job role: Sewing Machine Operator

PSEB Scheme of Studies

33%

Aggregate pass requirement (theory+practical+INA)

PSEB Scheme of Studies

25%

Minimum required in theory

PSEB Scheme of Studies

100

Total subject marks including practical and INA

PSEB Scheme of Studies

PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-ups (code 89) Sewing Machine Operator uses Theory 40 + Practical 50 + INA 10 = 100. Free 2026 English MCQ bank covers machine parts, stitches, fabrics, measurement, quality, safety, and workplace practices — not an official-format simulation.

Sample Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-Ups Practice Questions

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1On a single-needle lockstitch sewing machine, which part supplies the lower thread that interlocks with the needle thread?
A.Bobbin seated in the bobbin case under the needle plate
B.Presser foot only
C.Feed dog only
D.Spool pin on the machine head only
Explanation: In lockstitch formation, the bobbin under the needle plate supplies the lower thread that interlocks with the upper needle thread to form each stitch.
2What is the primary function of the presser foot on a sewing machine?
A.To cut excess thread after each seam
B.To hold fabric firmly against the needle plate and feed dogs during stitching
C.To measure seam allowance automatically
D.To oil the machine hook race
Explanation: The presser foot keeps fabric flat and controlled against the plate and feed dogs so stitches form evenly without fabric shifting or flagging.
3Feed dogs on a sewing machine primarily:
A.Regulate upper thread tension discs
B.Hold the needle in the needle bar
C.Move the fabric forward (or reverse) under the presser foot in step with stitching
D.Wind bobbin thread only
Explanation: Feed dogs are toothed metal bars that rise and move fabric in time with the needle so stitch length is controlled and seams advance evenly.
4The take-up lever on a lockstitch machine is mainly responsible for:
A.Cutting fabric along the grain
B.Heating the needle for synthetic fabrics
C.Storing spare needles
D.Pulling up slack thread and setting each stitch after the hook has caught the loop
Explanation: After the hook picks up the needle loop, the take-up lever rises to pull excess upper thread and tighten the lockstitch into the fabric.
5If upper thread tension is set much too tight compared with bobbin tension, a common result is:
A.Bobbin thread pulled to the top of the fabric or puckered, tight seams
B.Perfectly balanced lockstitch with no visible issues
C.Automatic oiling of the hook race
D.The presser foot rising by itself
Explanation: Excessive upper tension pulls the lower thread upward or distorts the seam, often causing puckering or a top-heavy lock. Balanced tension seats the interlock in the fabric middle.
6The hand wheel (balance wheel) on many industrial and domestic machines should be turned in the correct direction when positioning the needle because:
A.It automatically changes needle size
B.Turning the wrong way can tangle thread, jam timing, or break the needle
C.It only controls room lighting
D.It measures body girth for patterns
Explanation: Operators turn the hand wheel only in the machine’s designed direction (often toward the operator) so timing and thread path stay correct and needles are not forced against the hook.
7A throat plate (needle plate) with a wide needle hole is generally preferred for:
A.Very fine straight stitching on lightweight silk only
B.Bobbin winding only
C.Zigzag or decorative stitches that need sideways needle swing
D.Pressing garments with an iron
Explanation: Zigzag and multi-step stitches require a wider plate opening so the needle can swing sideways without striking metal.
8Which machine control mainly changes how far the fabric advances between stitches?
A.Bobbin case latch only
B.Thread stand height only
C.Presser foot screw colour
D.Stitch length regulator (feed adjustment)
Explanation: Stitch length is set by how much the feed dogs advance fabric per cycle; the stitch length control adjusts that travel.
9Before starting production on a sewing machine, a correct setup check includes:
A.Correct needle type/size, proper threading, balanced tension, and suitable stitch length for the fabric
B.Ignoring needle type and using any available needle
C.Removing all machine guards permanently for speed
D.Oiling fabric surfaces before every seam
Explanation: Safe quality setup starts with the right needle, correct thread path, balanced tensions, and stitch settings matched to fabric and operation.
10The needle clamp on a sewing machine is used to:
A.Hold scissors on the table
B.Secure the sewing needle in the needle bar in the correct orientation
C.Measure seam depth in centimetres
D.Replace the bobbin winder tyre
Explanation: The needle clamp (or set screw) fixes the needle flat/scar orientation correctly so the hook can pick up the loop reliably.

About the Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-Ups Exam

Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing is the Class 10 skill subject (subject code 89) with job role Sewing Machine Operator under the Punjab School Education Board. Official Scheme of Studies weighting is Theory 40 + Practical 50 + INA 10 = 100. Learning themes include sewing machine parts and setup, stitches and seams, fabrics and grain, measurement and pattern layout, quality defects, machine safety and maintenance, and workplace practices (including job cards, hygiene, and 5S-style organisation). Pass requires 33% aggregate with a minimum of 25% in theory per the Scheme of Studies. Fees and exact paper blueprints are notified by PSEB on pseb.ac.in. The 100 questions on this page are a free English-language multiple-choice study adaptation; they are not a full simulation of the official mixed paper, timed practical sewing, or INA.

Exam sponsor: Punjab School Education Board (PSEB). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official PSEB Scheme of Studies pattern for Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing (89) Sewing Machine Operator: Theory 40 + Practical 50 + Internal Assessment (INA) 10 = 100. Written theory is mixed format as notified for the year; practical demonstrates sewing-machine operation and related skill evidence; INA covers school-based assessment as notified. Local bank: English MCQ study adaptation only.

Time Limit

As notified on the year’s PSEB Matric/NSQF timetable for theory; practical and INA scheduled separately

Passing Score

33% aggregate of theory + practical + INA with a minimum of 25% in theory (Scheme of Studies); verify the current pass criteria circular.

Exam / Certification Fees

As notified by PSEB and paid through affiliated secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Not published as a fixed subject-wise standing figure for this NSQF trade. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

~14% of this local bank

Sewing Machine Parts and Setup

Bobbin, presser foot, feed dogs, take-up lever, tension, stitch length, needles, and pre-start checks.

~14% of this local bank

Stitches and Seams

Lockstitch, zigzag, basting, backstitch, seam types, overlock, seam allowance, and balanced tension.

~14% of this local bank

Fabrics and Textiles

Warp/weft, selvedge, bias, knits vs wovens, fibre care, nap layouts, interfacing, and fabric face.

~12% of this local bank

Measurement and Patterns

Tape measure use, notches, fold cutting, marking, ease, size charts, job cards, and grain-true layout.

~14% of this local bank

Quality and Defects

Skipped stitches, puckering, SPI, inspection, rejects, shade control, and finishing standards.

~14% of this local bank

Safety and Maintenance

Broken needles, guards, electrical safety, oiling, ergonomics, PPE, lint, and fault reporting.

~18% of this local bank

Workplace Practices

5S, hygiene, SOPs, teamwork, waste, labels, green skills, integrity, and assessment scheme awareness.

Preparing for the Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-Ups Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 33% aggregate of theory + practical + INA with a minimum of 25% in theory (Scheme of Studies); verify the current pass criteria circular.
  • Assessment: Official PSEB Scheme of Studies pattern for Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing (89) Sewing Machine Operator: Theory 40 + Practical 50 + Internal Assessment (INA) 10 = 100. Written theory is mixed format as notified for the year; practical demonstrates sewing-machine operation and related skill evidence; INA covers school-based assessment as notified. Local bank: English MCQ study adaptation only.
  • Time limit: As notified on the year’s PSEB Matric/NSQF timetable for theory; practical and INA scheduled separately
  • Exam / certification fees: As notified by PSEB and paid through affiliated secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources

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Punjab PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-Ups: Suggested Study Strategy

1Memorise the official mark pattern: Theory 40 + Practical 50 + INA 10 = 100 for code 89, and do not neglect practical evidence.
2Drill machine parts until you can name bobbin, presser foot, feed dogs, take-up lever, and tension symptoms without notes.
3Practice identifying seam types (plain, French, flat-felled, overlock) and when each is used.
4Link fabric type to needle and stitch choice: ball-point for knits, careful heat for synthetics and wool, grain-true layouts always.
5For every defect (skip, pucker, loop, grin), write the first three checks you would make on machine and handling.
6Treat safety as exam content: broken-needle recovery, guards, unplug before cleaning, and reporting unsafe equipment.
7Pair MCQ sets with school practical time on SNLS setup, straight and curved seams, and quality inspection of your own samples.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is PSEB Matric NSQF Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing (code 89) officially examined?

Under the Punjab School Education Board Scheme of Studies, Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing (89) Sewing Machine Operator is assessed as Theory 40 + Practical 50 + Internal Assessment (INA) 10 = 100. Written theory is mixed format as notified; practical and INA are major components. Confirm the year’s circulars and date sheet on pseb.ac.in.

Is this practice bank the same format as the official PSEB paper?

No. Official assessment mixes written theory with practical sewing and school INA. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for concepts and judgment only — not an official blueprint replica or practical certification substitute.

What subject code and job role should appear for this skill subject?

PSEB Scheme of Studies lists Apparel Made-ups and Home Furnishing as subject code 89 with job role Sewing Machine Operator. Always confirm the title and code on your hall ticket and school registration.

What is the passing score?

Pass requires 33% aggregate of theory + practical + INA with a minimum of 25% in theory, per the Scheme of Studies. Always verify the current result/pass criteria circular for your examination year.

In which languages is the official assessment offered?

PSEB Matric subject materials and papers may be available in English, Punjabi, and Hindi depending on school offerings and board notifications. This practice bank is an English-language study adaptation, not an official translation of the board paper.

Does this bank replace practical and INA marks?

No. Practical (50 marks) and INA (10 marks) are assessed at school/board as notified. This free bank supports theory and practical-related concepts only and does not replace hands-on sewing, machine operation evidence, or school internal assessment.

How should I use these free MCQs?

Study your school NSQF syllabus first, then drill this bank by category. Read every wrong-option explanation, keep practical samples and journals ready, and re-test weak topics under timed conditions before board week.

Where can I find official PSEB information?

Use pseb.ac.in for circulars, date sheets, and syllabus indexes; Scheme of Studies PDFs on static.pseb.ac.in list the 40+50+10 mark pattern for code 89; school notices confirm practical and INA logistics.