Sustainable Solutions for Old Shoes

What is one reason shoes wear out over time?

• They become too small.

• They get dirty and wet.

• They change color.

• They become more comfortable.

How many pairs of shoes end up in the garbage each year in the United States, according to Karen Pearson?

• 100 million

• 200 million

• 300 million

• 400 million

What is the main goal of sustainability in business?

• To increase profits

• To avoid harming the environment and society

• To create more products

• To reduce costs

What is another term used to describe sustainable fashion?

• Fast fashion

• Ethical fashion

• Trendy fashion

• Vintage fashion

What does Karen Pearson suggest about worn-out shoes?

• They should be thrown away.

• They could have a second life.

• They are useless.

• They should be burned.

What is one way to deal with shoes you no longer want, according to the text?

• Sell them at a high price

• Give them away if they are still wearable

• Store them indefinitely

• Use them as decoration

Who is Karen Pearson?

• A shoe designer

• A sustainability expert

• A fashion model

• A shoe manufacturer

What is the role of the Sustainability Council at the Fashion Institute of Technology?

• To design new fashion trends

• To promote sustainable practices

• To sell shoes

• To organize fashion shows

What happens to kids' shoes as they grow?

• They become more stylish

• They outgrow them quickly

• They become more durable

• They change color

What is the ethical approach in fashion?

• Doing the right thing

• Following trends

• Maximizing sales

• Ignoring environmental impact