Landscaping Styles Quiz

What is the main objective of landscaping?

• To increase air pollution

• To improve the functionality and aesthetic appeal of outdoor space

• To manage wildlife habitats

• To design buildings

Which of the following is not a benefit of landscaping?

• Social value

• Functional value

• Environmental value

• Aesthetic value

What is the main purpose of private property landscaping?

• To enhance the architectural features of the property

• To create a soothing environment for residents and visitors

• To establish plants and hardscapes within the industrial estate

• To serve educational purposes

Which landscaping style is heavily influenced by Buddhist, Shinto and Taoist philosophies?

• English Style

• Tuscan Style

• Spanish Style

• Japanese Style

What is the main characteristic of Modern Style Landscaping?

• Sleek, streamlined appearance and geometric shapes

• Symmetric and geometric shapes with statuary and terraces

• Dense planting and traditional building materials

• Relaxed, irregular style and colorful features

Which style of landscaping is ideal for enhancing farmhouses, Victorian, ranch and rustic architecture?

• Country Style Landscaping

• Coastal Style Landscaping

• Colonial Style Landscaping

• Xeriscaping Style Landscaping

What is the main characteristic of Coastal Style Landscaping?

• Sleek, streamlined appearance and geometric shapes

• Relaxed, irregular style and colorful features

• Selects plants which can thrive with as little supplemental water as possible

• Designed to keep a simple look to enhance the beauty of nature

Which style of landscaping selects plants which can thrive with as little supplemental water as possible?

• English Style Landscaping

• Tuscan Style Landscaping

• Japanese Style Landscaping

• Xeriscaping Style Landscaping

What is the main building material typically used in Spanish Style Landscaping?

• Pebble mosaic

• Cantera stone

• Travertine

• Marble

What is the main characteristic of Unity in landscaping design?

• Effort of tying the landscape together into an orderly design

• Silhouette or outline of the plant

• Way in which objects relate to the surroundings

• Even distribution of the visual weight of objects