1. Why is the Titanic a good metaphor for the industrial age?
(a) The Titanic is as big and successful as the industrial age.
(b) The Titanic is as productive and efficient as the industrial age.
(c) Both the Titanic and the industrial age are symbols of strength.
(d) Both the Titanic and the industrial age appear to be a promising endeavor but are doomed to fail in the end.

2. What is critically important to agriculture in Egypt?
(a) Temperature fluctuations in valley regions.
(b) Importing fertilizers.
(c) Sufficient rain and humidity.
(d) The flooding of the Nile river valley.

3. What is the general definition of "sick building syndrome"?
(a) A syndrome that causes dizziness when indoors every day.
(b) A disease characterized by high fever.
(c) A wide range of immunologic responses to the environment like asthma and allergies.
(d) A condition where the heart cannot function properly because of a high level of emotional stress.

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

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