3. What has been the result of more and more efficient factories?
(a) More production of recyclable products.
(b) More contamination in local areas.
(c) More pleasant work environments for factory workers.
(d) Better product designs.

4. The Industrial Revolution functions on the idea of brute force. What is meant by this phrase as used by the authors?
(a) Weaken the product so that it is safer for consumers.
(b) Develop the product so that it is consumed by environmental forces.
(c) Add more strength to the product so that it works under any circumstance despite the consequences.
(d) Force the product to work under specific circumstances only.

5. Which is an example of a material that is downcycled?
(a) The book itself.
(b) Dead organic matter.
(c) Gold jewelry.
(d) Aluminum cans.

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

7. What does Paul Erlich write about?
(a) The possibility of government control over industry.
(b) The negative consequences of overpopulation and rampant production.
(c) The positive influence of industry on consumers.
(d) The global consequences of recycling.

8. What do the authors claim is flawed about architecture made with the International Style?
(a) It is sterile and expensive to use.
(b) It is too organic and turns away big business.
(c) It is affordable and clean.
(d) It is hard to develop and implement.

9. What material is this book made out of?
(a) An easily recycled polymer.
(b) Recycled plastic bags.
(c) A non-toxic styrofoam.
(d) Recycled paper.

10. What word best describes the authors' goal in design?
(a) Forceful.
(b) Efficient.
(c) Useful.
(d) Positive.

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

12. What does Bill finally realize about design?
(a) That it is the wrong career for him.
(b) That it is more than trying to overcome bad things.
(c) That it is a poor business if you want to make money.
(d) That it is an impossible task.

13. What is the authors' point for why import laws need to be changed?
(a) Because they are hurting the economy.
(b) Because they allow the import of goods that are of very low quality but a lower price than American products.
(c) Because they permit the import of goods whose manufacturing process is environmentally unsound.
(d) Because they over-tax products that are made from animals.

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

15. When can PVC, a commonly used plastic in children's playground equipment, be toxic?
(a) When exposed to carbon dioxide.
(b) When frequently touched or rubbed on the skin.
(c) When heated to high temperatures.
(d) When consumed.