The True Cost

(available on Netflix)

1. What does the term “fast fashion” mean?

2. What are some stores mentioned in the film that

are part of the “fast fashion” industry?

3. Describe the tragedy at Rana Plaza in Bangladesh

(Who, what, where, when, why?)

4. What are some of the human rights abuses that happened in sweatshops in this film?

5. Give specific examples of how the fast fashion industry harms the environment. (at least 3)
Connect this to what we have learned in class about climate change.

6. How have people tried to help factory workers in the Global South? (2 specific examples)