Sustainable Fashion Practices MCQs

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1. What is the primary goal of sustainable fashion?
(A) Increase fast fashion production
(B) Reduce environmental impact and promote ethical practices
(C) Maximize textile waste
(D) Use only synthetic fibers

2. Which of the following materials is considered sustainable?
(A) Organic cotton
(B) PVC plastic
(C) Nylon
(D) Polyester

3. What does the term “slow fashion” mean?
(A) Rapid trend changes
(B) Producing fewer, high-quality garments
(C) Fast mass production
(D) Reducing fashion prices only

4. Which process helps in reducing textile waste?
(A) Overproduction
(B) Recycling and upcycling
(C) Excess dyeing
(D) Single-use clothing

5. Which gas emission is primarily associated with textile manufacturing?
(A) Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
(B) Nitrous oxide (N₂O)
(C) Sulfur dioxide (SO₂)
(D) Methane (CH₄)

6. Which certification indicates organic textile standards?
(A) GOTS
(B) ISO 9001
(C) OHSAS 18001
(D) ASTM

7. Which practice supports ethical fashion?
(A) Child labor
(B) Fair trade
(C) Excessive water usage
(D) Toxic dyeing

8. Which type of dyeing is more eco-friendly?
(A) Chemical-based dyeing
(B) Natural dyeing
(C) Heavy metal dyeing
(D) Acid dyeing

9. What is a major environmental issue caused by fast fashion?
(A) Increased recycling
(B) Textile landfill waste
(C) Organic farming growth
(D) Sustainable sourcing

10. Which fabric is biodegradable?
(A) Polyester
(B) Nylon
(C) Linen
(D) Acrylic

11. The circular fashion model focuses on:
(A) Linear consumption
(B) Disposable clothing
(C) Recycling and reuse
(D) Non-renewable materials

12. What does “eco-friendly fashion” aim to reduce?
(A) Brand loyalty
(B) Carbon footprint
(C) Garment quality
(D) Consumer awareness

13. Which material is commonly recycled in sustainable fashion?
(A) Leather
(B) PET plastic bottles
(C) Cement
(D) Asphalt

14. Upcycling involves:
(A) Burning old clothes
(B) Repurposing old materials into new designs
(C) Disposing garments in landfills
(D) Manufacturing new synthetic fibers

15. What is the main benefit of organic cotton farming?
(A) High chemical pesticide use
(B) Reduced soil health
(C) Lower environmental impact
(D) Increased water pollution

16. Which energy source supports sustainable textile production?
(A) Coal
(B) Solar power
(C) Diesel
(D) Oil

17. Which of the following is an example of sustainable fashion practice?
(A) Overproduction for discount sales
(B) Renting and sharing garments
(C) Fast mass dyeing
(D) Ignoring waste management

18. The term “carbon footprint” in fashion refers to:
(A) Shoe size
(B) Greenhouse gas emissions during production
(C) Color fading in fabrics
(D) Textile durability

19. Which brand practice supports sustainability?
(A) Transparency in supply chains
(B) Hidden labor policies
(C) Overuse of synthetic dyes
(D) Single-use packaging

20. Which technique helps conserve water in garment washing?
(A) Stone washing
(B) Enzyme washing
(C) Laser finishing
(D) Both B & C

21. Biodegradable packaging in fashion is made from:
(A) Polystyrene
(B) Plant-based materials
(C) PVC
(D) Acrylic

22. What is the primary cause of microplastic pollution in fashion?
(A) Wool garments
(B) Synthetic fibers like polyester
(C) Linen production
(D) Cotton processing

23. Fair wages for workers represent:
(A) Ethical fashion practice
(B) Fast fashion strategy
(C) Chemical control method
(D) Production automation

24. Which process can turn textile waste into new yarns?
(A) Composting
(B) Mechanical recycling
(C) Incineration
(D) Dry cleaning

25. Which term refers to reducing unnecessary fashion consumption?
(A) Overconsumption
(B) Minimalism
(C) Industrialization
(D) Mass marketing

26. What is the main advantage of plant-based dyes?
(A) Non-biodegradable
(B) Eco-friendly and less toxic
(C) High chemical waste
(D) Permanent environmental damage

27. Sustainable fashion promotes:
(A) Overproduction
(B) Responsible consumer behavior
(C) Fast disposal
(D) Synthetic waste

28. Which practice extends the lifespan of clothes?
(A) Throwing away after one use
(B) Proper maintenance and repair
(C) Using only synthetic fibers
(D) Machine bleaching

29. Which is NOT a sustainable fiber?
(A) Hemp
(B) Bamboo
(C) Polyester
(D) Tencel

30. What is a major drawback of fast fashion?
(A) Sustainable material sourcing
(B) Low garment turnover
(C) High environmental degradation
(D) Ethical labor practices

31. Which country is a major hub for sustainable fashion innovation?
(A) Bangladesh
(B) Sweden
(C) Vietnam
(D) Pakistan

32. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in fashion measures:
(A) Design aesthetics
(B) Environmental impact of a product
(C) Worker productivity
(D) Sales revenue

33. What is a major advantage of digital fashion sampling?
(A) Reduces material waste
(B) Increases physical inventory
(C) Requires heavy chemicals
(D) Increases water pollution

34. Which fashion practice promotes second-hand clothing sales?
(A) Circular fashion
(B) Linear fashion
(C) Disposable fashion
(D) Monochrome styling

35. Which renewable resource is used in eco-friendly textiles?
(A) Bamboo
(B) Coal
(C) Petroleum
(D) Asphalt

36. What is the main purpose of “greenwashing” in fashion?
(A) To genuinely promote sustainability
(B) To mislead consumers with false eco-friendly claims
(C) To recycle garments
(D) To dye fabrics naturally

37. Which technique saves energy in fabric drying?
(A) Conventional heating
(B) Solar drying
(C) Steam overuse
(D) Electric boiling

38. Which practice is common in sustainable fashion retail?
(A) Using recycled paper bags
(B) Offering excessive plastic packaging
(C) Seasonal clearance burning
(D) Overproduction of garments

39. Zero-waste pattern making aims to:
(A) Create fabric scraps intentionally
(B) Use fabric efficiently without waste
(C) Increase production costs
(D) Focus only on aesthetics

40. Which fiber uses less water compared to cotton?
(A) Linen
(B) Acrylic
(C) Nylon
(D) Polyester

41. What is one benefit of renting fashion garments?
(A) Reduces need for multiple purchases
(B) Increases fast fashion waste
(C) Reduces garment durability
(D) Promotes landfill usage

42. Which factor is critical in sustainable supply chains?
(A) Transparency
(B) Overproduction
(C) Synthetic fiber dominance
(D) Chemical overuse

43. What does BCI stand for in sustainable cotton production?
(A) Better Cotton Initiative
(B) Basic Clothing Industry
(C) Bio Cotton Import
(D) Best Clothing Index

44. Which type of energy is least sustainable for textile factories?
(A) Wind
(B) Solar
(C) Coal
(D) Hydro

45. Which practice helps in achieving zero-waste fashion?
(A) Smart cutting layouts
(B) Over-dyeing
(C) Chemical bleaching
(D) Synthetic blend dominance

46. Which fashion movement encourages wearing clothes longer?
(A) Disposable fashion
(B) Slow fashion
(C) Ultra-fast fashion
(D) Trend chasing

47. Which type of packaging aligns with sustainable fashion?
(A) Reusable cloth bags
(B) Single-use plastic
(C) Styrofoam wraps
(D) PVC pouches

48. The water footprint in fashion is highest during:
(A) Packaging
(B) Dyeing and finishing
(C) Retailing
(D) Advertising

49. Which practice minimizes post-consumer textile waste?
(A) Take-back programs
(B) Landfill dumping
(C) Excess shipping
(D) Overproduction

50. What is the long-term benefit of sustainable fashion?
(A) Reduced product prices only
(B) Environmental conservation and ethical growth
(C) Higher waste generation
(D) Fast consumption

Sustainable Fashion Practices MCQs

1. Core Fashion Design Subjects

2. Textile and Fabric Studies

3. Fashion Technology & Production

4. Fashion Marketing & Business

5. History & Theory

6. Accessory & Product Design

7. Sustainable & Ethical Fashion

8. Professional & Soft Skills