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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Respect Diversity.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the authors claim is flawed about architecture made with the International Style?
(a) It is too organic and turns away big business.
(b) It is hard to develop and implement.
(c) It is affordable and clean.
(d) It is sterile and expensive to use.

2. What is a positive change that occurs during the Industrial Revolution?
(a) Increased use of natural resources.
(b) Workers' wages increase.
(c) Increased pollution.
(d) Families left their rural farms.

3. How are ants a good source of inspiration for positive design?
(a) They are very efficient but also contribute to the environment around them.
(b) They take their time to accomplish a task.
(c) They do not work in teams but are excellent individualists.
(d) They are fast and wasteful in their productivity.

4. Why are pesticides and herbicides commonly used on crops?
(a) To eliminate weeds and unwanted insects from crops.
(b) To attract insects to pollinate crops.
(c) To slow crop growth.
(d) To force crops to grow faster.

5. What health problems can be caused by high levels of contaminants in a normal household?
(a) Heart attack.
(b) Asthma and allergies.
(c) Liver and brain cancer.
(d) Stroke.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is a true statement?

2. How does the cherry tree contribute positively to its environment?

3. Which of the following materials is NOT considered a good insulator against climate?

4. In this section what do the authors wish to encourage?

5. Why is the Titanic a good metaphor for the industrial age?

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