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Consumerism and Fast Fashion

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What is a major factor contributing to the increasing purchases of clothes and shoes?

The decreasing affordability of clothing

The growing popularity of outdoor activities

The widespread use of online shopping platforms (correct)

The decreasing influence of social media

What is the primary attitude people have towards cheap clothes according to the passage?

They are only bought during sales

They are considered valuable possessions

They are seen as long-term investments

They are treated like disposable items (correct)

What is the author implying about the impact of social media on consumer behavior?

It is contributing to the constant desire for new possessions (correct)

It is encouraging people to think more carefully before buying

It has no influence on consumer behavior

It is reducing the desire to buy new clothes

What is the underlying message of the passage regarding consumer behavior?

<p>Consumers are being driven to buy more due to external factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'two or three times' in the passage?

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Consumer Behavior and Fashion

People are constantly exposed to advertisements and temptation to buy through social media, magazines, and shop windows.
The UK has seen a significant increase in clothing and shoe purchases.
The rise of online shopping has made it easy for customers to make impulsive purchases without much thought.
Major fashion brands offer extremely affordable clothing, which can lead to a "throwaway" culture where items are worn only a few times before being discarded.

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This quiz explores the impact of consumerism on the fashion industry, and how it contributes to wastefulness and disposable fashion trends. Questions cover the effects of advertising, online shopping, and the environmental consequences of fast fashion.