Importance of Trees in Cities

Which modern day city was Uruk more densely populated than?

• London

• New York City

• Dubai

• Tokyo

What did the city Uruk do to make room for more crops?

• Cut Down Trees

• Plant more trees

• Deconstruct neighborhoods

• Conquer other towns

Why were trees sacred in Anuradhapura

• Science

• Buddha attained enlightenment under a tree in the city

• They provided the food for the city

• They housed the spiritual animal of the city

What happened in Uruk to irrigation system when the trees were cut down

• The water became more abundent

• The water became more contaiminated

• The water became cleaner

• The water dried up.

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Which city become more populated

• Uruk

• Anuradhapura

Trees have what benefits to cities

• Prevent Mudslides

• Absorb pollution

• Prevent Flooding

• Reduce need for stormdrains

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How much more heat did NYC absorb in the city when there were not trees planted

• 3x

• 6x

• 9x

• 12x

Green foliage has what effects on mental health?

• Increase Attention Span

• Less Stress

• More Anxiety

• More Stress

How many bird species are found in the city of Portland because of its abundance of green space and trees.

• 62

• 75

• 100

• 112

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How much of Singapore's landmass is covered by trees and vegetation?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 90%