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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Putting Eco-Effectiveness into Practice.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is inspiring about cherry trees to the authors?
(a) They do not need many resources to live.
(b) They are beautiful and productive at the same time.
(c) They reduce the amount of oxygen in the environment.
(d) They are wasteful.

2. Which is an example of a product that is difficult to recycle?
(a) Glass baby food jars.
(b) Carpet.
(c) Plastic bottles.
(d) Lunch bags.

3. Which product is a good example of something designed for a throwaway society?
(a) Running shoes.
(b) Microwaves.
(c) Recycled paper.
(d) Gold jewelry.

4. Why are the results of contamination so permanent on the planet?
(a) Because animals do not like to eat our waste.
(b) Because materials are difficult to recycle.
(c) Because many chemicals are biodegradable.
(d) Because nothing can leave the planet except energy.

5. How does the cherry tree contribute positively to its environment?
(a) It provides shaded areas that reduce air conditioning costs.
(b) It provides industry with many of the chemicals necessary for paper production.
(c) It provides fruit and cleans both the water and air.
(d) It provides a good source of paper pulp.

Short Answer Questions

1. The authors claim that too much efficiency can result in what?

2. What is the main goal of industry?

3. What do the authors suggest as the final step in putting eco-effectiveness into practice?

4. What do the authors claim is flawed about architecture made with the International Style?

5. Which phrase describes the authors' view on efficiency?

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