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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Question of Design.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What words best describe the environment that Michael grows up in?
(a) Scientific.
(b) Violent.
(c) Communist.
(d) Philosophical.

2. How do products with toxic materials end up getting sold to consumers in the United States?
(a) Companies in the United States do not sell products with toxic chemicals.
(b) Parts of products that contain toxic materials are not removed by the government.
(c) Companies purchase products abroad, import them, and resell them in the United States.
(d) Components of products that contain toxic chemicals can be imported into the United States.

3. Which words best describe the focus of production in factories during the Industrial Revolution?
(a) Quick and cheap.
(b) Laborious and costly.
(c) Expensive and technical.
(d) Slow and careful.

4. What is the authors' point in opening the introduction by discussing common household products?
(a) Household objects are dangerous because they are very flammable.
(b) Commonplace objects are dangerous for children.
(c) Cleaning products are very dangerous in and out of the home.
(d) Commonplace objects appear safe but are very dangerous once they are waste in the environment.

5. What is an example of Bill and Michael's unique ideas for design?
(a) A miniature solar panel that can power an entire house.
(b) A chair made entirely of wood products.
(c) A computer that runs on refillable corn oil fuel.
(d) A biodegradable soda bottle with a seed implanted in it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What toxic chemical is included in the production of plastic water bottles?

2. Why are pesticides and herbicides commonly used on crops?

3. What does Bill finally realize about design?

4. What is the goal of Bill and Michael's new company?

5. What is the problem with recycling as we know it?

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