Fashion Industry Quiz

What is the primary characteristic of "fast fashion"?

• High-quality materials

• Rapid production and distribution

• Custom-tailored clothing

• Long-lasting durability

How much clothing does the average person buy today compared to the year 2000?

• Half as much

• The same amount

• Twice as much

• Three times as much

What percentage of the fashion industry’s global carbon emissions is produced by textile production?

• 5%

• 10%

• 20%

• 25%

How many tons of textile waste are generated globally each year?

• 22 million

• 62 million

• 92 million

• 120 million

Which of the following resources is used the most in textile production?

• Gold

• Cotton

• Water

• Oil

By what year is the fashion industry expected to increase its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% if current trends continue?

• 2030

• 2040

• 2050

• 2060

What is the main environmental concern associated with synthetic fibers like polyester?

• They are biodegradable

• They require little energy to produce

• They contribute to microplastic pollution

• They are made from renewable resources

Which continent receives the largest amount of used clothing for resale or recycling?

• Asia

• Africa

• South America

• Europe

What is the percentage of clothing that is currently recycled globally?

• 5%

• 15%

• 25%

• 35%

What has been one of the significant social impacts of fast fashion?

• Increased wages for factory workers

• Improved working conditions

• Exploitation of labor in developing countries

• Reduced work hours for factory workers