Quiz: Professionalism and Ethics in Modelling

Section A: Multiple Choice (Choose the correct answer)

1. Which of the following best defines professionalism in modelling?
a) Looking beautiful all the time
b) Being reliable, disciplined, and respectful in the industry ✅
c) Following fashion trends only
d) Posting daily on social media

2. Why is punctuality considered important for models?
a) It avoids missing meals
b) It shows respect for time and builds trust with clients ✅
c) It helps reduce travel costs
d) It makes the walk easier

3. An ethical model should:
a) Hide mistakes during contracts
b) Respect personal boundaries and consent ✅
c) Accept every job without question
d) Copy other models’ styles without permission

4. Which of these is an example of unprofessional behaviour?
a) Arriving early to a casting
b) Complaining loudly backstage ✅
c) Listening carefully to the designer’s instructions
d) Dressing neatly and appropriately

5. Why is social media management important for a model?
a) It distracts from runway practice
b) It determines popularity and influences public image ✅
c) It has no impact on professionalism
d) It replaces contracts

Section B: Short Answer Questions

6. List two characteristics of a professional model.
✅ Reliability, punctuality, discipline, respect for others, positive attitude (any two).

7. A photographer asks you to pose in a way that makes you uncomfortable. What is the professional and ethical response?
✅ Politely decline, explain your boundaries, and maintain professionalism while respecting yourself.

8. Why should models avoid bypassing agencies when signing contracts directly with clients?
✅ It is unethical, may break legal agreements, and can damage trust and career reputation.

9. Give one example of how teamwork is demonstrated backstage at a fashion show.
✅ Helping fellow models with wardrobe changes, sharing space respectfully, or maintaining discipline in timing.

10. Explain why reputation is sometimes referred to as a “model’s currency” in the fashion industry.
✅ Because trust, reliability, and professionalism build a model’s career; a damaged reputation can cost opportunities.