Fast Fashion and Its Impacts

What was the primary goal of fast fashion when it originated in the 1980s?

• To reduce the cost of luxury brands

• To make trendy fashion accessible to average consumers

• To produce high-quality garments

• To promote traditional fashion styles

Which industry is one of the most labor-intensive in the world?

• Automobile industry

• Technology industry

• Textile industry

• Agriculture industry

Which countries are mentioned as locations where fast fashion companies outsource manufacturing?

• United States and Canada

• China and India

• Brazil and Argentina

• Germany and France

What is a benefit of outsourcing manufacturing to developing nations?

• Limited job opportunities

• Reduced production costs

• Decreased productivity

• Increased production costs

What was a significant consequence of the Rana Plaza disaster?

• Closure of all factories in Bangladesh

• Highlighting unsafe working conditions

• Improved safety regulations

• Increased wages for workers

What is the estimated annual revenue generation of businesses in Dharavi?

• Between 5 and 10 billion dollars

• Between 100 and 200 million dollars

• Between 650 million and 1 billion dollars

• Between 2 and 3 billion dollars

What makes it difficult to track the ethical production of garments?

• High production costs

• Limited consumer interest

• Simple supply chains

• Complex supply chains

Which of the following is NOT a form of modern slavery mentioned in the context of fast fashion?

• Corporate espionage

• Child labor

• Debt bondage

• Human trafficking

What is a characteristic of self-proclaimed ethical clothing brands?

• They have high turnover rates

• They pay employees a living wage

• They use unsustainable materials

• They offer the lowest prices

What is a suggested consumer action to promote sustainable fashion?

• Opt for used or sustainable clothes

• Buy more fast fashion

• Ignore brand transparency

• Focus on quantity over quality