Environmental Impact of Fast Fashion

What has the Atacama Desert become due to the fashion industry's practices?

• A tourist attraction

• A wildlife sanctuary

• A dumping ground for textile waste

• A new fashion hub

What is a major issue with how people perceive clothing, according to Dr. Rebecca Van Amber?

• Clothing is not fashionable enough

• People are disconnected from its production

• People buy too much clothing

• Clothing is too expensive

What percentage of the world's global greenhouse gas footprint is the fashion industry responsible for?

• 2%

• 4%

• 6%

• 8%

What is a common misconception about donating clothes to thrift stores?

• All donated clothes are used by charities

• All donated clothes are sold locally

• Donated clothes are always recycled

• Donated clothes are never exported

What is a significant environmental issue caused by synthetic fabric fibers?

• They decompose quickly

• They are too expensive

• They are non-biodegradable

• They are not stylish

What is the main goal of a circular economy in fashion?

• To increase fashion trends

• To reduce clothing prices

• To recycle and reuse resources

• To produce more clothing

What should be the last option for a garment at the end of its life?

• Turning it into rags

• Repairing it

• Donating it

• Throwing it in the bin

What is one of the best ways to extend the life of a garment?

• Throwing it away

• Buying new clothes

• Storing it in a closet

• Repairing and reusing it

How can individuals help reduce fashion waste?

• By ignoring fashion trends

• By repairing and sharing clothes

• By buying more clothes

• By only buying designer brands

What is a benefit of buying second-hand clothing?

• It increases textile waste

• It reduces the need for new clothing production

• It is less fashionable

• It is more expensive