How long is the official theory paper?

The March 2026 timetable schedules each theory sitting from 10:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., including question-paper reading and candidate particulars verification before the main writing period.

What is the passing score?

Minimum 35 out of 100 per subject overall under the new 600-mark HSE pattern (HSE_E.pdf), with additional floors: theory minimum 15/70 and must appear for practical for practical-bearing subjects. Confirm the current DGE result rules for your candidate category.

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

No. Official papers use mixed written formats (and practicals where applicable). These 100 questions are an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for knowledge and judgment practice only.

Where can I find the official timetable and scheme?

Download the public examination timetable and HSE scheme documents from the Directorate of Government Examinations website (dge.tn.gov.in), including the March 2026 HSE+2 timetable PDF.

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10:00–1:15

Official March 2026 HSE+2 theory sitting window including reading/verification time (dge.tn.gov.in timetable)

DGE TN HSE+2 March 2026 public examination timetable

35/100

Minimum pass mark per subject under the HSE new pattern, subject to theory/practical floor rules

DGE HSE_E.pdf scheme of examination

3 hours

Approximate theory writing duration after reading and particulars verification in the public exam schedule

DGE TN HSE+2 March 2026 timetable

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Administered by the Directorate of Government Examinations, Chennai, for Tamil Nadu State Board Higher Secondary

dge.tn.gov.in

SCERT syllabus

Class 12 textbooks and syllabus prescribed by SCERT / School Education Department (Samacheer Kalvi)

DGE HSE scheme — syllabus prescribed by SCERT/DSE

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This practice set is an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not the official mixed written paper

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₹150/₹200

School exam fee band for groups without/with practical subjects plus certificate/service charges (concessions apply)

DGE HSE_E.pdf school candidate fee table

March 2026

HSE Second Year public theory examinations scheduled 2–26 March 2026 with practicals 9–14 February 2026

DGE TN official timetable PDF 04.11.2025

Free English MCQ practice for Tamil Nadu HSE +2 Textile and Dress Designing (DGE). Official paper is mixed written theory on the Samacheer Kalvi Class 12 syllabus — this bank is a study adaptation, not a format simulation.

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1In textile science, cotton is classified primarily as which type of fibre?

A.Fully synthetic fibre

B.Natural cellulosic fibre

C.Mineral fibre

D.Natural protein fibre

Explanation: Cotton is a seed hair from the cotton plant; its main polymer is cellulose, so it is grouped with linen, jute and other natural cellulosic fibres.

2Which natural fibre is obtained from the fleece of sheep?

A.Silk

B.Wool

C.Jute

D.Flax

Explanation: Wool is the protein (keratin) fibre sheared from sheep; other animal fibres such as cashmere and mohair come from goats.

3Silk fibre is obtained primarily from which source?

A.Sheep fleece

B.Jute plant stem

C.Cotton boll

D.Silkworm cocoon

Explanation: Commercial silk is reeled from cocoons spun by Bombyx mori (mulberry silkworm) larvae; the continuous filament is a protein (fibroin).

4Linen fabric is made from fibres of which plant?

A.Flax plant

B.Cotton plant

C.Hemp only

D.Jute plant

Explanation: Linen is the textile produced from flax (Linum usitatissimum) bast fibres; it is strong, absorbent and cool to wear.

5Which of the following is a fully synthetic fibre?

A.Cuprammonium rayon

B.Acetate

C.Polyester

D.Viscose rayon

Explanation: Polyester is polymerised from petrochemical monomers (e.g., PET). Viscose, cuprammonium and acetate are regenerated or derivative cellulosics, not fully synthetic.

6Nylon is best described as which class of fibre?

A.Regenerated protein

B.Mineral silicate

C.Polyamide synthetic

D.Natural cellulosic

Explanation: Nylon is a synthetic polyamide fibre (e.g., nylon 6,6 or nylon 6) valued for strength, elasticity and abrasion resistance.

7Which property is characteristic of wool fibres?

A.Natural crimp and good heat insulation

B.High heat conductivity and no crimp

C.Zero moisture absorption

D.Complete immunity to moths without treatment

Explanation: Wool scales and natural crimp trap air, giving excellent thermal insulation and bulk; wool also absorbs moisture and can be damaged by moths if untreated.

8Mercerisation of cotton mainly improves which set of properties?

A.Flame resistance only

B.Complete waterproofing

C.Lustre, strength and dye affinity

D.Conversion into polyester

Explanation: Mercerisation treats cotton with concentrated alkali under tension, swelling the fibre, increasing lustre, tensile strength and dye affinity.

9Which fibre burns with a smell resembling burning hair or feathers?

A.Wool

B.Cotton

C.Polyester

D.Acrylic

Explanation: Protein fibres such as wool and silk give a characteristic burning-hair smell and form a black, crushable ash or bead that breaks easily.

10Jute is primarily used for which end uses?

A.Fine bridal silk sarees

B.Surgical sutures only

C.High-performance tyre cords only

D.Sacking, hessian and carpet backing

Explanation: Jute is a strong, low-cost bast fibre used mainly for bags, hessian/burlap, carpet backing and packaging rather than fine apparel.

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