Quiz: Lesson 2.5 A Nation of Cities

Who is credited with inventing the safety elevator, which made skyscrapers practical?

• Fredrick Law Olmstead

• Elisha Otis

• Thomas Edison

• Alexander Graham Bell

What term describes the movement of people from rural areas to cities?

• Suburbanization

• Urbanization

• Industrialization

• Globalization

Which of the following is a common issue faced by tenement housing in urban areas?

• Spacious living conditions

• High-quality sanitation

• Overcrowding

• Luxurious amenities

Who is known for designing many famous urban parks, including Central Park in New York City?

• Elisha Otis

• Fredrick Law Olmstead

• Andrew Carnegie

• John D. Rockefeller

Which disease was commonly associated with poor sanitation in urban tenements during the 19th century?

• Influenza

• Cholera

• Tuberculosis

• Malaria

What term is used to describe the middle and upper class residential areas that developed on the perimeter of cities?

• Urban centers

• Suburbs

• Rural areas

• Industrial zones

What is the primary purpose of mass transit systems in urban areas?

• To increase traffic congestion

• To provide entertainment

• To facilitate the movement of large numbers of people inexpensively

• To promote rural living

Which of the following best describes the impact of skyscrapers on urban development?

• They limited the growth of cities

• They allowed cities to expand vertically

• They were primarily used for residential purposes

• They were unpopular among city planners

Which of the following was a major reason for people moving from rural areas to cities during the Industrial Revolution?

• Increased agricultural productivity in rural areas

• Better healthcare facilities in rural areas

• More jobs in urban areas

• Higher education opportunities in rural areas

Which of the following is NOT typically a feature of tenement housing?

• Multiple families living in a single unit

• Poor ventilation

• High rent prices

• Adequate sanitation facilities