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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. All of the following are true about a typical book except:
(a) The inks contain many toxic chemicals.
(b) It uses chlorine in all aspects of its production.
(c) It is not biodegradable.
(d) It is easily recycled.

2. What aspect of a roof is not desirable to human health?
(a) It can off-gas chemicals that are toxic.
(b) It wears rapidly and be frequently replaced.
(c) It creates radiation energy.
(d) It is slippery and causes many accidents.

3. What toxic chemical is included in the production of plastic water bottles?
(a) Carbon.
(b) Antimony.
(c) Sodium.
(d) Neon.

4. What do the authors design for Herman Miller?
(a) Suburban shopping mall.
(b) A furniture factory.
(c) Athletic shoes.
(d) Downtown lofts.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the authors claim about the preferences of consumers?

2. What phrase do the authors use to describe the attitude during the Industrial Revolution?

3. How does the Exxon Valdez oil spill result in an economic advantage to some companies?

4. What is problematic about the attitude of design and production during the Industrial Revolution?

5. Which is a good alternative to printing a typical book?

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