Understanding Healthy Communities

What is one major factor that influences our health, according to the video?

• The food we eat

• The climate of our city

• The design of our cities

• The amount of sleep we get

How many key ingredients for a healthy livable city are mentioned in the video?

• Four

• Five

• Six

• Seven

What is a "village center" as described in the video?

• A place where people gather for events

• A central location for services that meet community needs

• A shopping mall

• A residential area

Why is affordable housing important for a healthy community?

• It allows families to live far from their jobs

• It brings people back to the center of the city

• It increases property values

• It encourages people to move to suburbs

What is a consequence of not having centrally located schools?

• A) Children walk or bike to school more often

• B) Parents are more likely to allow their children to walk

• C) Children may not be active daily due to safety concerns

• D) Schools become more popular

How does public space contribute to community health?

• It provides a place for people to park their cars

• It restricts access to certain areas

• It encourages social interaction and cultural experiences

• It increases traffic congestion

What role do local farmers and farmers' markets play in a community?

• A) They compete with grocery stores

• B) They improve the health of the community

Why is green space important for a community?

• It reduces the amount of housing available

• It provides recreational opportunities and improves mental health

• It decreases the need for public transportation

• It makes cities look less attractive

How can cities encourage the use of transportation alternatives?

• By building more parking lots

• By designing roads for pedestrians and cyclists

• By limiting public transportation options

• By increasing traffic signals

What is one benefit of having well-connected routes for biking and walking?

• It encourages people to drive more

• It allows for more physical activity in daily routines

• It makes commuting longer

• It reduces the number of cars on the road