CONSUMER STUDIES

CLOTHING
GRADE 12
TASK
LAST PUSH MATERIAL

Date: 7-18 OCTOBER 2024

SECTION A
QUESTION 1: SHORT QUESTIONS

1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following

questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the
question numbers (1.1.1 to 1.1.20) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.1.21 D
Study the pictures below and answer QUESTIONS 1.1.11 and 1.1.12.

Pants A: Pants B: Pants C: Pants D:

 Hipster  Tie belt on  Side pockets  Belt at waist
 Flare leg waistline below waist  Top-stitching
 Flared leg  Wrinkled leg on centre
bottom below knee fold line
 Slim leg
[Source: blog.petitedressing.com]

1.1.11 The pants most suitable for someone with broad hips:

A Pants A
B Pants B
C Pants C (1)
D Pants D

1.1.12 The pants that are most likely to make a short person appear taller:

A Pants A
B Pants B
C Pants C
D Pants D (1)

1.1.13 A good example of the technological changes in clothing can be

seen in … jeans.

A baggy
B bootleg
C stretch
D ripped (1)
 Study the graph below to answer questions 1.1.16 to 1.1.18.

1.1.16 Identify which fashion cycle is represented by curve A.

A Classic style
B A contemporary fashion
C A fashion fad
D Haute couture style (1)

1.1.17 Identify the clothing item/accessory that can be associated with the fashion cycle
indicated at curve A

1.1.18 Select an item from the examples in (1.1.17) that can be associated with the fashion cycle
indicated by curve B.

A 1
B 2
C 3
D 4 (1)
1.1.19 Select the belt that would be the best choice for a working man's basic wardrobe:

Brown belt with Reversible Thin light Durable

gold beads and plastic belt with brown, dark brown
a big gold a grey plaited leather
buckle side and a bright leather belt belt
yellow side
A Option 1
B Option 2
C Option 3
D Option 4 (1)

1.1.12 Identify ONE guideline for a young professional `s working wardrobe:

A Choose basic colours that complement the skin tone.

B Choose synthetic fibres for comfort.
C Include informal styles that are fashionable.
D Include a tracksuit for winter. (1)

1.1.13 An economic factor that speeds up fashion change:

A Fashion styles change rapidly.

B Development of new, expensive textile fibres.
C Young people are fashion followers.
D Clothing stores offer credit facilities. (1)

1.2 Match the stage of the fashion cycle named in COLUMN B to the statement about
fashion made in COLUMN A. Choose the correct answer and write the letter (A–G)
next to the question number (1.2.1–1.2.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.

COLUMN A STATEMENT COLUMN B STAGE

ABOUT FASHION IN FASHION CYCLE
1.2.1 Almost every teenager is wearing A Maturity/peak
the style of clothing that well- B Growth/Rise
known actors or actresses wear C Innovation/
1.2.2 A number of teenagers are found Introduction
at sales. They look for styles that D Decline
are still wearable and fairly E Obsolete/ Out-dated
fashionable F Retro fashion
1.2.3 Current influencers on TikTok G Fad
are often the first to wear a new
style
1.2.4 The styles worn at the 2023
Rugby World Cup are on sale
1.2.5 The popularity of a style is
dependent on how good the
advertising is

1.3 Give ONE term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the term next to the
question numbers (1.3.1 to 1.3.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.
 1.3.5 Styles that are currently accepted and worn by many people (1)

1.4 Select THREE consequences of brand piracy for the original brand
manufacturer from the list below. Write only the letters (A-F) next to
the question number (1.4) in the ANSWER BOOK.

A Cheaper versions of the original brand will be available.

B Creates more job opportunities in the legitimate industry.
C Increased tax revenues for a country`s economy.
D It tarnishes the image of the manufacturer.
E More opportunities for the manufacturer to expand.
F Prevents growth for registered trademark owners. (3)

1.3 Give ONE term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the term next
to the question numbers (1.3.1 to 1.3.3) in the ANSWER BOOK.

1.3.1 Fashion that remains popular over a long period

1.3.2 Ensures that fashion is always moving and changing

1.3.3 Fashion that has sales that rise very fast and drop quickly (3 x 1) (3)

1.5 Identify FOUR classic styles from the pictures below. Write the letter (A – H) next to t the
question numbers (1.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.

QUESTION 4: CLOTHING

4.1 Define the following terms:

4.1.1 Fashion (2)

4.1.2 Dress code (2)

4.2 Explain the meaning of organic textiles. (2)

4.3 Describe why a navy blue suit is a good choice for a wardrobe for the world of
work. (4)
 4.4 Read the extract below and answer the question that follows.

THE FAST FASHION INDUSTRY IS ONE OF THE MOST

POLLUTING IN THE WORLD

Rewoven is a textile-recycling start-up company. It collects textile

waste from the producer and recycles it into new fabrics.

[Adapted from News24, October 2021]

Discuss the positive impact that Rewoven will have on the natural and
economic environment of the country if it was to be implemented all over
South Africa. (4)

4.5 Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow.

South Africa has become a hot spot for A-grade fake replicas of
clothing items, which are quite difficult to distinguish from the
originals.

4.5.1 Name TWO illegal clothing practices that copy original products. (2)

4.5.2 Discuss the impact that the buying of replica items may have on
local upcoming clothing designers. (4)
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4: CLOTHING
4.1 Name and discuss TWO factors that have an influence on fashion changes.
(2 x 2) (4)

4.2 Peter has accepted a job at a local bank, and he wants to make a good impression on his
first day at work. He also wants to build up his ''working wardrobe.''
4.2.1 Identify which ONE of the three outfits would be the best choice for
Peter to wear on first day at work. Support your choice with
Three good reasons

4.2.2 Besides wearing these outfits to work, suggest ONE other occasion to which each of outfits
(A–C) can be worn to. (3)
4.2.3 Explain FIVE guidelines that Peter should consider to build up his ''working wardrobe'' to get
the most value for his money from his chosen outfits. (5)
4.3 '' Teenagers often conform to the clothing styles worn by their peers''. Support this statement with
well-founded reasons for this phenomenon. (4)
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QUESTION 4: CLOTHING

4.1. Explain the following terms:

4.1.1 Counterfeit goods (2)
4.1.2 Dress code (2)
4.2. Name the approximate length of time for EACH of the following fashion cycle:
4.2.1. Fads (1)
4.2.2. Standard trends (1)
4.2.3. Classic (1)
4.3. Read the statement below and answer the question that follows.
The environment is considered in the production of eco-friendly
fabrics.
Validate this statement. (3)
4.4. Name FOUR factors that influence fashion change. (4)
4.5. Study the picture below and answer the questions that follow:

The dress:
 Black
 Sleeveless
 Knee-high hemline
with frills attached
to the hemline

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4.5.1. Discuss the optical illusion created by the frills. (3)

4.5.2. Explain the versatility of the black dress in the world of work. (3)
TOTAL QUESTION 4 [20]
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