9 Questions
What is the main characteristic of fast fashion?
Aggressive pricing strategies
What impact did the Industrial Revolution have on cloth production?
It revolutionized cloth production
Why are sweatshops considered exploitative?
For undercompensating workers
What is one effect of the globalization of apparel production?
Shift of manufacturing to countries with lower labor costs
What is a common theme in the struggle of garment workers mentioned in the document?
Historical examples of labor movements
What type of workplaces are sweatshops typically described as?
Dangerous and exploitative workplaces
How do neoliberal policies affect local industries in developing countries?
They decimate local industries
What set the stage for modern sweatshops according to the document?
The introduction of machinery like the spinning jenny and power loom
What is a major reason for the shift of manufacturing to countries with lower labor costs?
The impact of globalization on labor costs
Learn about the exploitative nature of sweatshops and the human cost associated with maintaining low production costs. Explore the concept of fast fashion and its reliance on rapid production to meet the latest trends.
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