MODA 3.3 VIDEO Le Corbusier: why he is adored and detested

How is Le Corbusier known?

• The most influential architect of the 20th century

• The most admired architect of the 20th century

• The most detested architect of the 20th century

• All of the above

What did Le Corbusier's idealism reflect in his designs?

• Iconic tubular steel furniture

• Paintings and sculptures

• Both of the above

• None of the above

What age was Le Corbusier when he built the White House for his parents in his hometown?

• 20

• 25

• 30

• 35

What was revolutionary about the design of the White House?

• It was supported by four pillars with lightweight partition walls

• It had a new design that could be easily created

• Both of the above options

• None of the above

What did Le Corbusier and his cousin Pierre Jeanneret want to improve in Paris?

• Living conditions for residents

• City infrastructure

• Architectural style

• All of the above

What was the name of Le Corbusier's proposed city of steel-framed skyscrapers in Paris?

• La Ville Radieuse

• Ville Contemporaine

• Ville Voisin

• Cite Industrielle

How did Le Corbusier's political loyalties affect his architectural achievements?

• Cast a shadow over his work

• Enhanced his reputation

• Had no impact

• Were irrelevant

What did Le Corbusier say Hitler and the Vichy regime would bring?

• A wonderful transformation of society

• The fall of the regime

• The emergence of modernist architecture

• None of the above

What did Le Corbusier realize about creating great architecture?

• It depends on a close relationship with the rich and powerful

• It requires innovative design

• It is not influenced by politics

• All of the above

How has Le Corbusier's work been perceived over time?

• It has been innovative and fascinating

• It has been repellent and controversial

• Both of the above options

• None of the above