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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 is ecological chemistry?
(a) The development or use of chemicals that are safe for the environment.
(b) The exploitation of natural chemicals in manufacturing.
(c) The study of toxic chemicals produced by animals.
(d) The use of chemicals that are dangerous to humans but good for the environment.

2. Which products are the best examples of the brute force mentality?
(a) Petrochemicals and coal.
(b) Children's toys.
(c) Cookware.
(d) Pet foods.

3. 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 sterile and expensive to use.
(c) It is hard to develop and implement.
(d) It is affordable and clean.

4. What phrase do the authors use to describe the attitude during the Industrial Revolution?
(a) Cradle to grave.
(b) Grave to grave.
(c) Cradle to cradle.
(d) Grave to cradle.

5. What is Bill's occupation?
(a) Biologist.
(b) Chemist.
(c) Architect.
(d) Engineer.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What words best describe the environment that Michael grows up in?

3. The Industrial Revolution functions on the idea of brute force. What is meant by this phrase as used by the authors?

4. What is the goal of Germany's Green Party?

5. What is the authors' point in opening the introduction by discussing common household products?

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