Fair Trade and Economic Impact

The video discusses consumer awareness, focusing on the origins and pricing of products. It highlights the negative impacts of low prices on workers and the environment, using examples like football production in Pakistan. The fair trade movement, which began in the 1960s, is introduced as a solution, offering more equitable trade conditions. An example of fair trade coffee from Nicaragua illustrates the benefits for producers and communities. The video concludes by guiding viewers on how to identify fair trade products and encourages responsible consumer behavior.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• The history of chocolate

• The impact of consumer choices

• The benefits of expensive products

• The life of entrepreneurs

Why might some products be very cheap?

• They are sold in expensive stores

• Workers are paid very low wages

• They are produced in large quantities

• They are made with high-quality materials

How much does a worker in Pakistan earn for sewing footballs per day?

• 2 euros

• 40 cents

• 50 cents

• 1 euro

What percentage of insecticides used globally is employed in cotton cultivation?

• 10%

• 23%

• 75%

• 50%

What is one of the social consequences of conventional production methods?

• Increased product quality

• Better working conditions

• Higher wages for workers

• Child labor

When was the first fair trade shop opened?

• 1969

• 1989

• 1959

• 1979

What did the first fair trade shop in Breken, Holland sell?

• Clothing and shoes

• Electronics

• Handicrafts and sugar

• Coffee and tea

What is a key principle of fair trade?

• Maximizing profits for intermediaries

• Ensuring fair wages for producers

• Reducing product quality

• Increasing product prices

How can you identify fair trade products in a store?

• By their location in the store

• By their unique packaging

• By their higher price

• By a distinctive label

What is one benefit of consuming fair trade products?

• Contributing to environmental degradation

• Supporting child labor

• Increasing the wealth of intermediaries

• Helping to improve the lives of producers