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The general process that takes place at a sheep shearing shed is
(a) removal of fleece
(b) separating hair of different textures
(c) washing of sheep fibre to remove grease
(d) rolling of sheep fibre into yarn
Correct Answer: (a) removal of fleece
Explanation: Removal of the fleece from a sheep is called shearing. It can be done manually with a large razor or with a shearing machine.
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