CADS 2000 – Exam 1 80 Questions & Answers (Globalization, Sustainability, Industrial Revolution, ESG) 2026

This document contains a structured set of approximately 80 exam questions and verified answers for CADS 2000 Exam 1, focusing on key concepts in globalization, sustainability, and economic systems. It covers foundational topics such as the Industrial Revolution, global trade systems, and international organizations, alongside modern concepts like ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), sustainability pillars, and lifecycle thinking. According to the content on page 1 and page 2, the document begins with historical foundations including the Industrial Revolution and early manufacturing systems, while pages 2–5 explore globalization, trade organizations, and global economic impacts. Pages 6–10 provide an in-depth explanation of sustainability, including renewable resources, cradle-to-cradle systems, recycling processes, and ecological footprints. The final sections (pages 10–12) expand on economic systems such as capitalism and socialism, lifecycle assessment, and systems thinking concepts like the Iceberg Model, offering a comprehensive overview of both theoretical and applied perspectives. The material aligns closely with academic resources such as Fashion & Sustainability: Design for Change by Kate Fletcher and Lynda Grose, as well as sustainability frameworks commonly integrated into fashion and business curricula. It is ideal for exam preparation, concept reinforcement, and understanding the intersection between global systems and sustainable practices. This document is suitable for students enrolled in CADS 2000, Sustainability in Fashion, Global Supply Chain, Business and Society, or Environmental Studies courses. It is particularly relevant for undergraduate students in fashion merchandising, business, sustainability studies, and international relations, as well as students preparing for exams that emphasize globalization, environmental impact, and economic systems. It can also benefit learners seeking to understand sustainability frameworks and global economic structures in a practical academic context. Keywords: globalization, sustainability, ESG, industrial revolution, economic systems, cradle to cradle, recycling, life cycle assessment, environmental impact, global trade, capitalism, socialism, sustainable fashion, ecological footprint, systems thinking