Green Cities and Urban Sustainability Quiz

What is an eco-city?

• A city that prioritizes industrial development over environmental concerns.

• A city designed with consideration for social, economic, and environmental impact.

• A city with no green spaces or parks.

• A city that bans all forms of transportation.

Which of the following is a characteristic of urban sprawl?

• High population density

• Mixed-use development

• Extensive public transportation

• Low-density residential and commercial development

What is a primary goal of urban sustainability?

• To increase the city's carbon footprint

• To enhance the quality of life for all residents while minimizing environmental impact

• To eliminate all green spaces in urban areas

• To prioritize economic growth over environmental and social considerations

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of green cities?

• Improved air quality

• Increased urban heat island effect

• Enhanced biodiversity

• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

What role do green roofs play in eco-cities?

• They contribute to the urban heat island effect.

• They are purely aesthetic and have no environmental benefits.

• They help manage stormwater and improve insulation.

• They increase the need for air conditioning in buildings.

How does urban sprawl negatively impact the environment?

• By increasing biodiversity

• By reducing the need for personal vehicles

• By consuming more land and increasing habitat fragmentation

• By promoting efficient public transportation

What is a sustainable transportation option that supports urban sustainability?

• Extensive use of personal gas-powered vehicles

• Bicycle sharing systems

• Building more highways

• Decreasing public transportation options

Which of the following practices is NOT associated with sustainable urban development?

• Encouraging carpooling and public transport use

• Expanding urban green spaces

• Increasing dependence on fossil fuels

• Promoting energy-efficient building designs

What is the significance of urban farming in green cities?

• It increases the city's dependence on imported food.

• It contributes to soil degradation and pollution.

• It provides local, fresh produce and reduces transportation emissions.

• It is solely a recreational activity with no real benefits.

How can cities reduce the urban heat island effect?

• By covering all surfaces with asphalt

• By increasing vehicle traffic

• By planting more trees and creating green spaces

• By building taller skyscrapers