Traditional Buildings Quiz

Which material was not mentioned as commonly used in pre-1919 construction in Wales?

• Stone

• Slate

• Timber

• Concrete

What was a consequence of industrialisation on construction materials in Wales?

• Decrease in material variety

• Introduction of brick

• Ban on timber use

• Increase in stone usage

What is a key characteristic of the materials used in earlier public buildings?

• Expensive

• Recycled

• Lightweight

• Synthetic

What was the role of wealthy benefactors in the construction of earlier public buildings?

• Providing additional funding

• Designing the buildings

• Constructing the buildings

• Demolishing old structures

What will future buildings become as non-renewable resources become limited?

• More expensive

• More environmentally friendly

• Less durable

• Smaller in size

What type of energy sources will power future homes and businesses?

• Fossil fuels

• Nuclear energy

• Renewable energy sources

• Coal

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a low carbon material in the text?

• Blended cements

• Compacted fly ash blocks

• Rammed earth walls

• Glass

What will the increased use of technology in homes primarily affect?

• Home size

• Work flexibility

• Construction speed

• Material cost

Which of the following is a benefit of using low carbon materials in construction?

• Increased weight

• Reduced carbon footprint

• Higher cost

• Limited design options

Which of the following is true about modern retail centres?

• They serve a much wider community

• They are limited to local customers

• They only sell groceries

• They have no parking facilities