Quiz on the True Cost of Fashion and Agriculture 2

What is the primary purpose of fair trade as mentioned in the text?

• To increase profits for companies

• To reduce the cost of clothing

• To correct social injustice in international trade

• To promote genetically modified crops

How many garment factory workers are estimated to be in Bangladesh according to the text?

• 4 million

• 2 million

• 10 million

• 1 million

What is the minimum wage for garment workers in Bangladesh as stated in the text?

• $4 a day

• $3 a day

• $2 a day

• $1 a day

What percentage of garment workers in Bangladesh are women?

• 50%

• 65%

• 90%

• 85%

According to the text, what has been the impact of industrialization on agriculture?

• It has improved soil quality

• It has led to more sustainable farming practices

• It has intensified the use of chemicals

• It has reduced the number of farmers

What is the main concern regarding the use of genetically modified cotton as mentioned in the text?

• It is more expensive to produce

• It requires less water

• It leads to increased pesticide use

• It is less durable than organic cotton

What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between nature and traditional farming practices?

• They have no impact on the environment

• They are completely disconnected

• They are only beneficial for large corporations

• They are in tune with each other

What is the estimated proportion of people working in the global fashion industry?

• 1 in 8

• 1 in 6

• 1 in 5

• 1 in 10

What does Monsanto claim to be the benefit of agricultural innovations?

• They reduce the need for farmers

• They help produce more while conserving resources

• They eliminate the use of chemicals

• They increase the cost of production

What is the primary focus of the text regarding the fashion industry?

• The economic benefits of fashion

• The marketing strategies of fashion brands

• The environmental impact of fashion

• The history of fashion design