4/5 Lesson 5.4 B (D'addozio)

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about eco-friendly building and climate change, what is one action you can take to reduce your impact on the environment?

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to consider eco-friendly building practices?

• Because they help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve resources.

• Because they are more expensive than traditional buildings.

• Because they look more modern.

• Because they require less planning.

Open Ended

Describe how Earthships utilize recycled materials in their construction. Why is this important for sustainability?

Multiple Select

Which materials are commonly used to construct Earthships? Select all that apply.

• Earth-packed tires

• Aluminum cans

• Glass bottles

• Plastic bags

Open Ended

Compare the Earthship and the Waste House. What similarities and differences do you notice in their use of materials and design?

Open Ended

What surprises you about this house?

Open Ended

What materials were used to construct this house? Talk as a table.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following materials was NOT used in the construction of the Hjertefølger family's cob house?

• Straw

• Clay

• Sand

• Plastic

Open Ended

What do you think UPCYCLING means?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are benefits of using 3D printed concrete for building structures?

• Faster construction

• More wasteful

• Materials are more economical

• Easily accessible material

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a way that technology can help reduce the negative effects of climate change?

• Using renewable energy sources in buildings

• Increasing the use of single-use plastics

• Building larger factories without regulations

• Ignoring energy efficiency in construction

Open Ended

Which of the Eco-friendly buildings do you find the most interesting?