Textiles and Sustainability Quiz

What is one effective waste reduction technique in textile production?

• Using synthetic dyes

• Implementing a zero-waste pattern cutting

• Increasing water usage

• Using non-biodegradable materials

Which of the following is a sustainable production method in textiles?

• Fast fashion production

• Mass production with no regard for resources

• Utilising organic cotton

• Using non-renewable energy sources

What is the primary benefit of recycling textiles?

• Increases landfill waste

• Reduces the need for new raw materials

• Increases production costs

• Decreases product quality

Which of the following materials is most commonly recycled in the textile industry?

• Polyester

• Silk

• Wool

• Leather

What is a common method for recycling textiles?

• Burning them for energy

• Shredding and re-spinning into new yarn

• Burying them in landfills

• Mixing them with non-recyclable waste

How can consumers contribute to waste reduction in textiles?

• Buying more clothes than needed

• Disposing of clothes in general waste bins

• Donating or reselling unwanted clothes

• Ignoring care labels on clothing

Which of the following is a disadvantage of not using sustainable production methods?

• Increased biodiversity

• Depletion of natural resources

• Lower carbon emissions

• Improved soil health

What is a key characteristic of sustainable textiles?

• Made from non-renewable resources

• High water consumption during production

• Biodegradable materials

• Short product lifespan

Which of the following is a benefit of using organic cotton in textiles?

• Requires more pesticides

• Uses less water than conventional cotton

• Increases soil degradation

• Produces more greenhouse gases

What is the environmental impact of not recycling textiles?

• Reduces landfill waste

• Conserves energy

• Increases greenhouse gas emissions

• Decreases pollution