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1. toile—A: inexpensive sample garment. B: tissue-paper pattern. C: male mannequin.

2. ruche—A: embroidery. B: frill. C: false pocket.

3. empire waist—A: waist at hip level. B: waist just under the bust. C: wide sash at waist.

—A: cut in a zigzag. B: slit up the side. C: cut diagonally.

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