Sustainable Architecture and Urban Planning

1. What does LEED stand for in sustainable architecture?

A) Land and Earth Environmental Design
B) Low Emissions Energy Design
C) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
D) Living Environment and Energy Development

2. What does the term 'Passive Design' refer to in sustainable architecture?

A) Designing with heavy use of technology
B) Design strategies that maximize natural light and ventilation
C) Designing without a plan
D) Designing without any structure

3. What is an example of green infrastructure in urban planning?

A) Concrete highways
B) Mining operations
C) Industrial factories
D) Green roofs

4. What is a method to reduce light pollution in urban areas?

A) Having lights on 24/7
B) Using shields on outdoor lights
C) Placing lights close together
D) Increasing the brightness of outdoor lights

5. What is the aim of creating walkable cities in sustainable urban planning?

A) Increasing traffic congestion
B) Reducing dependence on cars
C) Building more highways
D) Encouraging more car usage

6. Which building certification program focuses on sustainable neighborhoods instead of individual buildings?

A) Green Building Initiative
B) Passive House Certification
C) LEED for Neighborhood Development
D) Energy Star Certification

7. Which term describes a city's ability to produce its own food sustainably within city limits?

A) Urban sprawl
B) Urban congestion
C) Urban agriculture
D) Urbanization

8. What is the principle behind the concept of 'Urban Heat Island' in city planning?

A) Urban areas being warmer than the surrounding rural areas
B) Cities devoid of any heat
C) Rural areas being warmer than urban areas
D) Keeping cities colder than rural areas

9. What term refers to the practice of using natural elements in building design to reduce energy consumption?

A) Non-sustainable design
B) Industrial design
C) Bioclimatic design
D) Energy-intensive design

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