ACTFAI - Developments in the Textiles Industry

Which statement best describes the relationship between society and historical design development in textiles?

• Economic change is the key force driving textile developments.

• Society’s changing needs are the key force driving textile developments.

• Society’s textile preferences are not influenced by changes in technology.

• Cultural change is not an influencing factor in the development of new textiles.

Match the technology to the correct century

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(a) 19th

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(b) 20th

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(c) 21st

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An example of a synthetic fibre is

• Cotton

• Silk

• Polyester

• Leather

The footwear industry has evolved over time. In ancient times, most footwear was made from wood, leather or ​ (a)   fibres. As time progressed, footwear became a sign of ​ (b)   . During the Industrial revolution, the ​ (c)   and ​ (d)   of shoe-making improved as a result of industrialised cutting and sewing processes. The 20th Century lead to many shoe advancements as a result of ​ (e)   fibre development making shoes more comfortable, durable and affordable.

• plant
• status
• cost
• accessibility
• synthetic

How many shoes get thrown into landfill each year in the USA alone?

• 200 Million

• 300 Million

• 1 Million

• 200,000

What percentage of global carbon emissions is the clothing industry responsible for?

• 5

• 10

• 15

• 20

What year was the hand operated washing machine invented?

• 1849

• 1867

• 1851

• 1855

The first electric washing machine was introduced in

• 1901

• 1905

• 1906

• 1908

Which of the following issues relating to Laundromats is not an environmental issue?

• Chemical pollution from detergents and other cleaning agents

• Waste generation from plastic wrapping and containers

• High operating costs further contributing to high cost of living for customers

• Using high levels of water and electrical resources