Garment Industry Labor Conditions Quiz
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What is the main cause of the poor working conditions in the garment industry?

  • The industry-wide pressure for low prices and fast production (correct)
  • The unwillingness of factory owners to improve working conditions
  • The lack of government regulations in the garment industry
  • The absence of skilled labor in the garment industry

    • Why do clothing brands need to change their purchasing practices according to the text?

  • To shift the responsibility for poor working conditions to the factories
  • To promote social responsibility and improve working conditions for supply chain workers (correct)
  • To increase their profits at the expense of workers' wages
  • To speed up the production process and reduce costs

    • What is the main characteristic of the clothes produced by fast fashion companies like Shein, according to the text?

  • Expensive and durable
  • Trendy and short-lived (correct)
  • High-quality and long-lasting
  • Sustainable and eco-friendly

    • What does the fast fashion industry aim to achieve?

    <p>Mass-produce low-cost clothing inspired by recent catwalk trends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three potential deficiencies in the fast fashion industry identified in the study?

    <p>Insufficient corporate social responsibility, environmental damage, and lack of sensitivity in design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What business model is followed by the fast fashion industry?

    <p>Copying recent catwalk trends, mass-producing low-cost clothing, and shipping quickly to retail stores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Shein differ from other fast fashion brands in terms of its supply chain?

    <p>Shein handles the entire supply chain on its own, from design to manufacturing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sets Shein apart from other fast fashion brands in terms of new product creation?

    <p>It can produce items in less than three days when a trend is identified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor contributing to the increasing attraction of young consumers to Shein?

    <p>Shein's products are cheaper than those of other fast fashion brands like Zara and Amazon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Shein's approach to fashion accessibility?

    <p>Shein aims to reach every type of customer and ensure they can enjoy fashion, irrespective of their economic situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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