The threads first placed on a loom for weaving a fabric are called the a. shuttle. b. warp. c. selvage. d. weft.

B. warp

“Warp” are strings of threads or yarn that run up and down, from front to back to become fabric. Warp yarns are held fixed in tension or stretched on a loom or frame and wefts are introduced to weave. Warp is the longitudinal set in the accomplished material.

The warp is the collection of fibers or different components tightened in place on a weaver before the weft is injected through the weaving process. It is considered as the longitudinal collection in a polished fabric with two or more assemblages of elements.