1. Explain and discuss how the current structures of 'oligopsony' apply to the global clothing industry. What does this mean for the relative bargaining power between the producers of clothing and the buyers of clothing in the supply and distribution chain? (pp. 5-6). What are the ethical implications of this?

2. Explain and discuss how the IEDC Code of Ethics can be enforced. Do you think it's effective or sufficient? Why or why not?

3. Explain and discuss how the term "global feminization of labor" is understood in the double sense of both those who fill the jobs and the deterioration of working conditions, and how this applies to both men and women in both high- and low-income countries (pg. 113). Is the authors' evidence compelling; why or why not? Is there counter-evidence that would explain it differently than the authors?

4. Explain and discuss the question "how does participation in paid work weaken [and/]or perpetuate patriarchal forms of power and gender inequalities?" (pg. 124) Is the authors' evidence compelling; why or why not? Is there counter-evidence that would explain it differently than the authors?

5. Explain and discuss the critiques/arguments against the widespread establishment of a living wage in global clothing industry. Consider specific examples from Alta Gracia that provide counter-evidence for such critiques/ arguments (pp. 170-171).

6. What are the main points, central arguments, and supporting evidence of this article? How would you answer the central question: "What does it mean to be an ethical economic advisor?"