Sustainable Fashion

Description: Test your knowledge about sustainable fashion and its impact on the environment.
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What is the primary goal of sustainable fashion?

  1. To reduce carbon emissions.

  2. To minimize water usage.

  3. To eliminate the use of harmful chemicals.

  4. To promote ethical labor practices.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable fashion aims to address the social and environmental impacts of the fashion industry, including the well-being of workers and the use of ethical production methods.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of sustainable fashion?

  1. Reduced environmental impact.

  2. Improved working conditions for garment workers.

  3. Lower production costs.

  4. Increased consumer awareness.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sustainable fashion practices often involve higher production costs due to the use of eco-friendly materials and ethical labor practices.

What is the term used for clothing made from recycled or upcycled materials?

  1. Vintage fashion.

  2. Sustainable fashion.

  3. Circular fashion.

  4. Ethical fashion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Circular fashion refers to the practice of designing, producing, and consuming clothing in a way that minimizes waste and promotes resource efficiency.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable material used in fashion?

  1. Organic cotton.

  2. Recycled polyester.

  3. Bamboo.

  4. Conventional cotton.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Conventional cotton is grown using large amounts of pesticides and water, making it an unsustainable material.

What is the term used for the process of extending the lifespan of clothing through repair, repurposing, or reselling?

  1. Upcycling.

  2. Downcycling.

  3. Recycling.

  4. Composting.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Upcycling involves transforming old or unwanted items into new products of higher quality or value.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable practice in the fashion industry?

  1. Using renewable energy sources in production.

  2. Reducing water consumption in manufacturing.

  3. Paying garment workers fair wages.

  4. Encouraging consumers to buy more clothing.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable fashion aims to reduce overconsumption and promote mindful purchasing habits.

What is the term used for the practice of buying and selling used clothing?

  1. Thrifting.

  2. Vintage shopping.

  3. Consignment shopping.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Thrifting, vintage shopping, and consignment shopping all involve buying and selling used clothing.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable fashion brand?

  1. Patagonia.

  2. Everlane.

  3. H&M.

  4. Eileen Fisher.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

H&M is a fast fashion brand known for its low prices and high production volumes, which are not aligned with sustainable fashion practices.

What is the term used for the practice of designing clothing that can be easily disassembled and recycled?

  1. Circular design.

  2. Modular design.

  3. Zero-waste design.

  4. Sustainable design.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Circular design involves designing products with the intention of reusing and recycling them at the end of their lifespan.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable fashion certification?

  1. Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).

  2. Fairtrade International.

  3. Bluesign.

  4. OEKO-TEX Standard 100.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fairtrade International is a certification for fair trade products, not specifically for sustainable fashion.

What is the term used for the practice of producing clothing in small batches to reduce waste and overproduction?

  1. Made-to-order.

  2. Slow fashion.

  3. Bespoke tailoring.

  4. Artisan production.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Made-to-order production involves producing clothing only after an order is placed, minimizing waste and overproduction.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable fashion trend?

  1. Capsule wardrobes.

  2. Minimalism.

  3. Fast fashion.

  4. Ethical fashion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fast fashion is characterized by rapid production and consumption of clothing, which is not aligned with sustainable fashion principles.

What is the term used for the practice of renting clothing instead of buying it?

  1. Clothing rental.

  2. Fashion sharing.

  3. Peer-to-peer clothing.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Clothing rental, fashion sharing, and peer-to-peer clothing all involve renting or sharing clothing instead of purchasing it.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable fashion initiative?

  1. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).

  2. Circular economy.

  3. Greenwashing.

  4. Product Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Greenwashing refers to misleading claims about the environmental benefits of a product or service, which is not a sustainable fashion initiative.

What is the term used for the practice of designing clothing that is durable, timeless, and versatile?

  1. Classic design.

  2. Sustainable design.

  3. Ethical design.

  4. Slow fashion design.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Classic design involves creating clothing that is durable, timeless, and versatile, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

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