Question 1

The initial direct impact of the City Beautiful movement on the form of North American cities was that it:

Options :

A : Encouraged residential subdivision design that was beautiful as well as functional.

B : Introduced modern design concepts appropriate to cities built around automobile movement.

C : Encouraged the construction of skyscrapers to create an exciting skyline.

D : Promoted the construction of civic centers and other symbols of collective action.

Answer: D

Question 2

Which Housing Act allowed for Section 701 funds (funds to be used for comprehensive planning for communities less than 25,000)?

Options :

A : Housing Act of 1954

B : Housing Act of 1959

C : Housing Act of 1964

D : Housing Act of 1965

Answer: A

Question 3

The Federal Housing Act of 1954 included which of the following provisions?I. Program funding for community planning studiesII. Program funding for blight removalIII. Creation of the Urban Renewal AdministrationIV. Creation of the Federal Housing Administration

Options :

A : I and IV only

B : I, II, III, and IV

C : I, II, and IV only

D : I, II, and III only

Answer: D

Question 4

What is the largest concrete structure in the US in 1941?

Options :

A : Grand Coulee Dam

B : Hoover Dam

C : Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel

D : Golden Gate Bridge

Answer: A

Question 5

Which of the following is the least likely explanation for the decline in population in a central city?

Options :

A : A decline in household size

B : Lack of land zoned for medium-density housing

C : A net loss of jobs

D : Out-migration of young people

Answer: B

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