WorksheetsThe Impact of Fast Fashion
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 14mins
What is the main topic of Madhavi Venkatesan's TED Talk?
The environmental and economic impacts of the fast fashion industry, specifically relating to denim durability
The history of denim production from the 19th century to modern times
Techniques for repairing jeans to extend their lifespan
Advances in synthetic dyes used in denim manufacturing
Which of the following best describes the true cost of producing a pair of jeans when considering environmental and social impact?
The price tag plus shipping, taxes, and profit margins for retailers
The cost of materials, factory labour, and global advertising
All the hidden impacts across the supply chain, including water pollution, worker rights, energy use, and waste disposal
The amount brands spend on celebrity endorsements and fashion marketing
The resale value of the jeans based on current fashion trends
Why were metal rivets added to jeans in the 1870s?
To improve the aesthetic look of jeans
To reinforce stress points and increase durability
To make jeans waterproof
To reduce the weight of the garment
To help the jeans dry faster after washing
It takes almost ______liters of water to grow the cotton needed for one pair of denims.
5,000
7,000
10,000
12,000
Unknown
What is one long-term environmental consequence of using synthetic fibres (like polyester) in denim production?
It increases the weight of the garment, which reduces comfort
Microplastics are shed during washing, polluting waterways and harming marine life
Polyester makes denim more absorbent, requiring more water during washing
Synthetic fibres improve durability but reduce biodegradability, leading to landfill build-up
All of Denim made with plastic cannot be dyed properly, resulting in colour loss above
The production of a pair of denims can result in the emission of......
10 kilograms of methane
10 kilograms of carbon
33 kilograms of carbon
100 kilograms of carbon
No adverse greenhouse gases
Today, most denim is dyed using which of the following?
Natural plant extracts from the indigofera plant
Iron-based mineral dyes
Synthetic indigo made from petrochemicals
Vegetable-based ink mixtures
Seaweed-derived organic pigments
Who is credited as the first person to add metal rivets to jeans, improving their durability?
Levi Strauss
Jacob Davis
Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis
I don't know
On average, how long is a typical pair of jeans worn before being discarded in today’s fast fashion industry?
10 years
5 years
1 to 4 years
A lifetime
Until the fabric is completely worn o
How much of cotton does it take to produce a pair of jeans?
0.3 kilograms
0.7 kilograms
0.5 kilograms
0.77 kilograms
Which of the following best describes the typical fibre composition of most jeans today?
100% natural cotton fibres only
A blend of cotton and synthetic fibres like elastane for stretch
Pure polyester for durability
How can upcycling show kaitiakitanga in response to fast fashion?
It helps save money by not shopping
It reduces environmental harm by reusing what already exists
It lets people create trendy looks more quickly
It increases clothing consumption by promoting DIY trends
What type of weave is denim fabric made from?
Plain weave or Basket Weave
Satin weave
Twill weave
Herringbone weave
What is one way denim jeans can harm the environment after they are bought and worn?
They release tiny plastic fibres when washed, which can pollute the ocean
They shrink and become unusable
They trap heat when stored, contributing to indoor pollution.
They naturally biodegrade within a few weeks, which can affect indoor humidity.
