Gr12 Eco-fashion

Which of the following fibers is the most sustainable?

• Cotton

• Polyester

• Organic Hemp

• Nylon

What does the term “fast fashion” mean?

• Clothing made for athletes.

• Cheap, trendy clothing produced quickly to meet consumer demand.

• Eco-friendly fashion that biodegrades quickly.

• Clothes that dry faster.

True or False: Polyester is made from plastic.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a characteristic of organic cotton?

• Uses synthetic pesticides.

• Requires less water than regular cotton.

• Is dyed with harmful chemicals.

• Cannot be recycled.

What is the main environmental issue caused by textile dyeing?

• Deforestation

• Air pollution

• Soil erosion

• Water pollution

Bamboo fabric is often marketed as eco-friendly. What should you look out for when choosing bamboo textiles?

• If it’s 100% organic.
  

• If it’s processed mechanically instead of chemically.

• If it’s mixed with polyester.

• If it’s grown in forests.

What does the term “upcycling” mean in fashion?

• Donating old clothes.

• Reusing old materials to create something new and of higher value.

• Recycling plastic into fabric.

• Making clothes more expensive.

Which natural fiber is known for being biodegradable and hypoallergenic?

• Linen

• Nylon

• Acrylic

• Polyester

True or False: Leather alternatives like mushroom leather and apple leather are eco-friendly.

• True

• False

What is the primary benefit of using recycled materials in fashion?

• It requires more water to process.

• It makes clothes more expensive.

• It increases the production time.

• It reduces waste and conserves resources.