Fast Fashion Reading

1. What is the main environmental issue caused by the fast fashion industry?

• A) It uses a lot of water and energy.
  

• B) It reduces biodiversity.
  

• C) It causes global warming through industrial pollution.
  

• D) It depletes oil reserves.

2. Which of the following is the second-largest consumer of water globally, according to the article?

• A) The agriculture industry
  

• B) The fast fashion industry
  

• C) The energy sector
  

• D) The automotive industry

3. What was a major environmental problem identified with textile dyeing?

• A) It causes air pollution.
  

• B) It generates excessive plastic waste.
  

• C) It pollutes water sources.
  

• D) It leads to deforestation.

4. According to the article, what percentage of global carbon emissions is the fashion industry responsible for?

• A) 1%
  

• B) 10%
  

• C) 50%
  

• D) 25%

5. How long does it typically take for Zara to design, produce, and deliver a new garment?

• A) 15 days
  

• B) 30 days
  

• C) 45 days
  

• D) 60 days

6. What are the three main drivers of pollution in the fast fashion industry, according to the Quantis International 2018 report?

• A) Textile recycling, transportation, and packaging
  

• B) Dyeing and finishing, yarn preparation, and fibre production
  

• C) Cotton production, leather tanning, and textile transportation
  

• D) Water waste, plastic pollution, and fabric disposal

7. Which of the following fibers is considered to have a significant environmental impact in the fast fashion industry?

• A) Cotton
  

• B) Organic wool
  

• C) Polyester
  

• D) Hemp

8. What percentage of all microplastics in the ocean come from the laundering of synthetic textiles like polyester?

• A) 35%
  

• B) 50%
  

• C) 10%
  

• D) 70%

9. Which of the following companies is mentioned as a major player in the fast fashion industry?

• A) Patagonia
  

• B) Zara
  

• C) H&M
  

• D) Both B and C

10. What solution to fast fashion's environmental impact does the article mention involving secondhand clothing?

• A) Recycling clothing into new garments
  

• B) Renting clothing
  

• C) Shopping from secondhand sellers like ThredUp and Poshmark
  

• D) Increasing garment production in developing countries