Fast fashion facts
What is "fast fashion"?
A) Sustainable clothing made slowly
B) High-end designer fashion
C) Inexpensive clothing produced quickly to follow trends
D) Custom-tailored luxury garments
C) Inexpensive clothing produced quickly to follow trends
What does "e-waste" stand for?
A) Environmental washing
B) Electrical waste
C) Electronic waste
D) Energy waste
C) Electronic waste
What is a social media influencer?
A) A person who programs websites
B) Someone who writes news articles
C) Someone with online reach who can impact opinions and behavior
D) A person who sells electronics
C) Someone with online reach who can impact opinions and behavior
Which of these is a sustainable swap you can make in daily life?
A) Plastic straws → Metal or bamboo straws
B) Paper → More paper
C) Fast food → More fast food
D) Cars → Helicopters
A) Plastic straws → Metal or bamboo straws
True or False
The fashion industry is responsible for more carbon emissions than all international flights and maritime shipping combined.
True
Which of the following is a major environmental issue caused by fast fashion?
A) Deforestation of rainforests
B) Oil spills in the ocean
C) Excessive water usage and textile waste
D) Airplane fuel emissions
C) Excessive water usage and textile waste
Which of the following is a common toxic substance found in e-waste?
A) Sodium
B) Mercury
C) Calcium
D) Helium
B) Mercury
A) Promote fast fashion brands
B) Spread misinformation
C) Encourage harmful trends
D) Raise awareness for social or environmental causes
D) Raise awareness for social or environmental causes
What is a more eco-friendly option than buying bottled water daily?
A) Drinking soda instead
B) Installing a water filter and using a reusable bottle
C) Using plastic cups just once
D) Boiling water and putting it in plastic bags
B) Installing a water filter and using a reusable bottle
Which of the following statements is a myth about recycling?
A) All plastic is recyclable
B) Not everything with a recycling symbol can actually be recycled
C) Contaminated items can ruin an entire batch of recycling
D) Glass can be recycled endlessly
A) All plastic is recyclable
Which fiber is most commonly used in fast fashion, contributing significantly to microplastic pollution?
A) Cotton
B) Polyester
C) Linen
D) Wool
B) Polyester
What is a major reason why e-waste is dangerous to people and the environment?
A) It takes up too much space
B) It contains flammable plastics
C) It releases toxic chemicals when improperly disposed
D) It clogs internet networks
C) It releases toxic chemicals when improperly disposed
What’s one risk of following influencers blindly?
A) You’ll become an influencer too
B) You’ll get too many likes
C) You may adopt harmful habits or believe false information
D) You’ll stop using the internet
C) You may adopt harmful habits or believe false information
Which of these swaps helps reduce clothing waste?
A) Throwing away old clothes
B) Buying new clothes every week
C) Donating or repurposing clothing
D) Leaving clothes in public places
C) Donating or repurposing clothing
True or False:
Old phones and laptops can contain valuable metals like gold and copper.
True
How many clothing items does the average consumer purchase per year due to fast fashion trends?
A) 10
B) 20
C) 40
D) 68
D) 68
Approximately how much e-waste is generated globally each year (as of recent estimates)?
A) 5 million tons
B) 10 million tons
C) 30 million tons
D) Over 50 million tons
D) Over 50 million tons
Which of the following actions can show that an influencer is using their platform for good?
A) Promoting body positivity, mental health, or sustainability
B) Ignoring global issues
C) Posting sponsored content only
D) Copying content from others
A) Promoting body positivity, mental health, or sustainability
What’s a more sustainable alternative to using paper towels in the kitchen?
A) Using your shirt
B) Reusable cloths or rags
C) Wiping everything with your hands
D) Buying more paper towels in bulk
B) Reusable cloths or rags
Which of these claims about "biodegradable" products is often misleading?
A) They break down instantly anywhere
B) They require specific conditions to decompose
C) They reduce landfill pressure
D) Some are made from natural materials
A) They break down instantly anywhere
Which of the following statements about fast fashion is TRUE?
A) Fast fashion promotes long-term use of clothes.
B) Fast fashion is primarily made in countries with strong labor regulations.
C) Fast fashion has no significant environmental impact.
D) Fast fashion often involves underpaid labor and poor working conditions.
D) Fast fashion often involves underpaid labor and poor working conditions.
Which of the following statements about tech recycling is TRUE?
A) All countries safely recycle their e-waste domestically.
B) Most e-waste is recycled using high-tech, safe methods.
C) A large portion of e-waste is exported to developing countries and processed unsafely.
D) E-waste cannot be recycled at all.
C) A large portion of e-waste is exported to developing countries and processed unsafely.
Which of these best describes a responsible influencer?
A) Someone who only focuses on trends and product promotion
B) Someone who considers their impact, fact-checks content, and promotes ethical behavior
C) Someone who posts daily without thinking
D) Someone who hides sponsorships to seem authentic
B) Someone who considers their impact, fact-checks content, and promotes ethical behavior
Which of the following habits shows long-term commitment to sustainability?
A) Buying eco-products but never using them
B) Swapping single-use plastics for reusables and reducing overall consumption
C) Posting about the environment but taking no action
D) Planting one tree and then forgetting about it
B) Swapping single-use plastics for reusables and reducing overall consumption
Which of these is a fictional benefit often used in greenwashing?
A) "100% organic ingredients" verified by a certified body
B) "Eco-friendly" label with no certifications
C) Third-party verified carbon neutrality
D) Transparent supply chain disclosure
B) "Eco-friendly" label with no certifications