TED-ED The life cycle of a t-shirt - Angel Chang  

ANSWER KEY 

 

Question 1: Inferring 

What can be inferred about the global demand for cotton from the video? A. The global demand for cotton is decreasing. 
B. The global demand for cotton is stable. 
C. The global demand for cotton is increasing. 
D. The global demand for cotton has no impact on the environment. 

Answer: C. The global demand for cotton is increasing. 

Question 2: Scanning 

According to the video, what percentage of the world’s pesticides are used in cotton farming? A. 5% 
B. 10% 
C. 16% 
D. 25% 

Answer: C. 16% 

Question 3: Paraphrasing 

Which of the following statements best paraphrases the environmental impact of the t-shirt production process? A. The production of t-shirts is environmentally friendly and sustainable. 
B. The production of t-shirts involves processes that significantly harm the environment. 
C. T-shirt production has no significant environmental impact. 
D. The environmental impact of t-shirt production is negligible. 

Answer: B. The production of t-shirts involves processes that significantly harm the environment. 

Question 4: Inferring 

What can be inferred about the working conditions in the garment industry from the video? A. Working conditions in the garment industry are generally excellent. 
B. Working conditions in the garment industry are improving rapidly. 
C. Working conditions in the garment industry can be poor and exploitative. 
D. Working conditions in the garment industry have no impact on workers’ health. 

Answer: C. Working conditions in the garment industry can be poor and exploitative. 

Question 5: Scanning 

What is one of the main environmental concerns associated with the disposal of t-shirts, as mentioned in the video? A. T-shirts decompose quickly and enrich the soil. 
B. Disposed t-shirts release harmful chemicals into the environment. 
C. T-shirts are easily recycled and have no disposal issues. 
D. Disposed t-shirts have no impact on the environment. 

Answer: B. Disposed t-shirts release harmful chemicals into the environment. 

Question 6: Paraphrasing 

Which of the following statements best paraphrases the social impact of fast fashion? A. Fast fashion promotes sustainable and ethical production practices. 
B. Fast fashion often leads to poor working conditions and low wages for workers. 
C. Fast fashion has no impact on society. 
D. Fast fashion improves the quality of life for all involved in the production process. 

Answer: B. Fast fashion often leads to poor working conditions and low wages for workers. 

Question 7: Inferring 

What can be inferred about the role of consumers in promoting sustainable fashion practices? A. Consumers have no influence on fashion industry practices. 
B. Consumers can drive change by choosing sustainable and ethical fashion brands. 
C. Consumers are unaware of the impact of their fashion choices. 
D. The fashion industry does not respond to consumer preferences. 

Answer: B. Consumers can drive change by choosing sustainable and ethical fashion brands. 

Question 8: Scanning 

According to the video, what is one way to reduce the environmental impact of t-shirts? A. Buying more t-shirts to support the economy. 
B. Choosing t-shirts made from organic cotton or recycled materials. 
C. Disposing of t-shirts after a few uses. 
D. Ignoring the environmental impact of t-shirts. 

Answer: B. Choosing t-shirts made from organic cotton or recycled materials. 

I hope these questions are helpful! Let me know if you need more or any other assistance. 

 


Last modified: Wednesday, 15 January 2025, 3:58 PM