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SACAI NOV 2020 – 2022. DBE REVISION BOOKLET 2023 TERM 3 Grade 10. @SACAI TEST T3_2021. WCED REVISION BOOKLET 2024 TERM 3.DBE ATP_2026.
Important:
These study notes are revised and updated annually to align with the CAPS curriculum and
current examination requirements. The content is based on past examination papers,
tests and typical assessment question patterns.
The content was adapted and structured for examination preparation purposes. AI tools
were used to assist with formatting, rephrasing and differentiation.
These notes are designed to help learners:
• Understand key concepts
• Practise exam-style questions
• Identify important themes and patterns in assessments
• Revise important content in a structured way
To ensure learners work with the most relevant and up-to-date content, parents and
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are unsure whether you have the latest version, please feel free to contact me at:
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Please note that these notes are compiled as a structured study aid for examination
preparation. They do not replace the prescribed textbook or classroom instruction.
Important: Learners can use the Term 3 notes for focused Term 3 preparation. Where
applicable, it is also recommended that learners revise Term 1 and Term 2 notes together
with the Term 3 notes.
Good luck
Juffrou Ansie
CONTENTS
Clothing choice 4
Adapted clothing for people with disabilities 11
Optical illusions in clothing 16
Textiles 16
Entrepreneurship and planning for small-scale production 26
COSTING 36
Polypropylene A fibre with the lowest static build-up of all synthetic fibres.
Acetate A regenerated cellulose fibre with a rich silky appearance,
which is weak and non-absorbent.
Silk The queen of all fibres that requires special attention with
care because it tends to make watermarks.
Wool A natural protein fibre with excellent insulating properties
making it warm and comfortable to wear in winter
Cotton A natural cellulose fibre with good thermal conductivity
that is popular for summer clothing.
Sportswear The type of clothing that is specially designed for the
specific purpose of being strong and lightweight and thus
allowing comfortable movement.
Accessories Items like shoes, handbags and jewellery that complement
outfits.
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Eco fashion Clothing production that is mindful of its environmental
and social effects.
Classic The personality type that prefers simple, elegant and
timeless styles.
Regenerated cellulose fibres
Leather
Natural protein fibres
Natural cellulose fibres
Synthetic fibres
Economic It's a business or idea that is successful or workable enough
viability to make a profit
Brand Name or symbol that identifies the garment as different
from the same product made by another manufacturer
Sari Traditional garment worn by Indian girls and women; a
very long strip of brightly coloured cloth wrapped around
the body
Resources Everything available to individuals to help them to achieve
their goals.
Quadriplegic Quadriplegia is paralysis or severe loss of movement in all
four limbs. The person’s level of independence varies.
Thermal property The property that determines how cool | warm a fabric is
| heat to wear.
conduction
Acrylic A synthetic fibre made to have all the good properties of
wool.
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Pleather A name used for synthetic leather
Fashion fad A style that catches on amongst a (large) group of people
with great enthusiasm and then disappears very quickly.
Something that has high demand but lasts for a very short
time/ has a very short lifespan/ one season.
Symbols:
Do not iron Wash in cool
Tumble dry (at Don't bleach
water/wash at
low temperature).
40°C
Tumble dry (at Tumble dry (at
Delicate wash
high
Do not tumble dry medium
temperature). temperature).
Clothing choice
Study the scenarios below (A – D) @SACAI NOV 2020
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IMAGES: Canva and AI-generated images based on typical examination-style questions. Previous exam papers were used to compile these notes: @SACAI
SACAI NOV 2020 – 2022. DBE REVISION BOOKLET 2023 TERM 3 Grade 10. @SACAI TEST T3_2021. WCED REVISION BOOKLET 2024 TERM 3.DBE ATP_2026.
Important:
These study notes are revised and updated annually to align with the CAPS curriculum and
current examination requirements. The content is based on past examination papers,
tests and typical assessment question patterns.
The content was adapted and structured for examination preparation purposes. AI tools
were used to assist with formatting, rephrasing and differentiation.
These notes are designed to help learners:
• Understand key concepts
• Practise exam-style questions
• Identify important themes and patterns in assessments
• Revise important content in a structured way
To ensure learners work with the most relevant and up-to-date content, parents and
learners are encouraged to confirm that they are using the latest version of the notes. If you
are unsure whether you have the latest version, please feel free to contact me at:
© 2026 Juffrou Ansie Study Notes. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or distributed without written permission.
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Please note that these notes are compiled as a structured study aid for examination
preparation. They do not replace the prescribed textbook or classroom instruction.
Important: Learners can use the Term 3 notes for focused Term 3 preparation. Where
applicable, it is also recommended that learners revise Term 1 and Term 2 notes together
with the Term 3 notes.
Good luck
Juffrou Ansie
CONTENTS
Clothing choice 4
Adapted clothing for people with disabilities 11
Optical illusions in clothing 16
Textiles 16
Entrepreneurship and planning for small-scale production 26
COSTING 36
Polypropylene A fibre with the lowest static build-up of all synthetic fibres.
Acetate A regenerated cellulose fibre with a rich silky appearance,
which is weak and non-absorbent.
Silk The queen of all fibres that requires special attention with
care because it tends to make watermarks.
Wool A natural protein fibre with excellent insulating properties
making it warm and comfortable to wear in winter
Cotton A natural cellulose fibre with good thermal conductivity
that is popular for summer clothing.
Sportswear The type of clothing that is specially designed for the
specific purpose of being strong and lightweight and thus
allowing comfortable movement.
Accessories Items like shoes, handbags and jewellery that complement
outfits.
© 2026 Juffrou Ansie Study Notes. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or distributed without written permission.
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Eco fashion Clothing production that is mindful of its environmental
and social effects.
Classic The personality type that prefers simple, elegant and
timeless styles.
Regenerated cellulose fibres
Leather
Natural protein fibres
Natural cellulose fibres
Synthetic fibres
Economic It's a business or idea that is successful or workable enough
viability to make a profit
Brand Name or symbol that identifies the garment as different
from the same product made by another manufacturer
Sari Traditional garment worn by Indian girls and women; a
very long strip of brightly coloured cloth wrapped around
the body
Resources Everything available to individuals to help them to achieve
their goals.
Quadriplegic Quadriplegia is paralysis or severe loss of movement in all
four limbs. The person’s level of independence varies.
Thermal property The property that determines how cool | warm a fabric is
| heat to wear.
conduction
Acrylic A synthetic fibre made to have all the good properties of
wool.
© 2026 Juffrou Ansie Study Notes. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or distributed without written permission.
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Pleather A name used for synthetic leather
Fashion fad A style that catches on amongst a (large) group of people
with great enthusiasm and then disappears very quickly.
Something that has high demand but lasts for a very short
time/ has a very short lifespan/ one season.
Symbols:
Do not iron Wash in cool
Tumble dry (at Don't bleach
water/wash at
low temperature).
40°C
Tumble dry (at Tumble dry (at
Delicate wash
high
Do not tumble dry medium
temperature). temperature).
Clothing choice
Study the scenarios below (A – D) @SACAI NOV 2020
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