Sustainable Architecture and Urban Planning

1. What does LEED stand for in sustainable architecture?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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