Town that Lives in One Building

Where is the town of Whittier located?

• Texas

• Florida

• California

• Alaska

How can one reach Whittier?

• By airplane

• By walking

• By ferry or through a one-lane tunnel

• By car on a highway

What is the main source of employment in Whittier?

• Technology

• The port

• Tourism

• Agriculture

What is the name of the building where nearly all residents of Whittier live?

• Willis Tower

• Buckner Building

• Empire State Building

• Begich Towers

Why is living in one building convenient for Whittier residents?

• It is a government mandate

• It is cheaper

• It is a tradition

• It helps them avoid harsh winter weather

What was Whittier originally chosen for in the early last century?

• A tourist destination

• A mining town

• A military base

• A fishing village

What is the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel known for?

• Having the most lanes

• Being shared by both vehicles and trains

• Being underwater

• Being the longest tunnel in the world

What happened to the Buckner Building after the military left in the 1960s?

• It was converted into a museum

• It was abandoned

• It was turned into a hotel

• It was demolished

What kind of tours attract tourists to Whittier?

• City bus tours

• Mountain climbing tours

• Glacier jet ski tours

• Desert safari tours

What is a unique feature of the school in Whittier?

• It is located on the top floor of Begich Towers

• It is in an adjacent building connected through a tunnel

• It is an online school

• It is only open during the summer