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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In general, the authors believe that a roof should:
(a) Work with nature.
(b) Function as an insulator regardless of the materials used.
(c) Repel nature.
(d) Contribute to energy consumption.

2. What is an alternative solution to using International Style for home design?
(a) Design using newer technology for design.
(b) Design using old materials that can be recycled.
(c) Design using new materials and resources.
(d) Design using local resources and products.

3. How does the Exxon Valdez oil spill result in an economic advantage to some companies?
(a) Chemical companies decrease sales in cleaning products.
(b) Companies that are associated with the cleanup process increase profits.
(c) Local citizen groups raise money by helping with the clean up.
(d) Companies that invest in Exxon Valdez increase profits.

4. All of the following are examples of local insulation and cooling systems, except:
(a) Chinese homes are dug into the ground.
(b) "Wind scoops" bring cool air down a chimney in Pakistani homes.
(c) Energy efficient air conditioners are made a small size to fit family homes.
(d) Iranian wind towers drip water onto vents that bring in the cooled air.

5. What are the Romantic writers inspired by?
(a) Alchemy.
(b) Nature.
(c) Government.
(d) Citizens.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is an example of too much focus on efficiency?

2. When and where do Bill and Michael meet?

3. How have companies responded to the concerns of the public over the decades?

4. What can we do with materials that cannot be safely recycled?

5. How must ink be removed from paper in order to recycle the paper?

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