GBT_Unit-1_Quiz-3

Which regulation must be considered when selecting a site for a green building?

• Fire Safety Code
• Coastal Zone Regulations
• Plumbing Code
• Electrical Code

Answer explanation

Site selection must follow CZR, UDPFI, and local bye-laws for environmental safety.

Which of these sites is considered sensitive and should be avoided for green buildings?

• Abandoned warehouse
• Roadside plot
• Wetland area
• Greyfield site

Answer explanation

Wetlands are ecologically sensitive and must be preserved.

What is a brownfield site?

• An untouched forest
• A site with endangered species
• An abandoned industrial site with possible contamination
• A parking lot in use

Answer explanation

Brownfields are previously used lands that may have contamination but are restorable.

How do green buildings protect soil during construction?

• Use more concrete
• Allow soil erosion
• Stockpile and reuse soil, protect natural contours
• Cover all soil with pavement

Answer explanation

Green buildings minimize soil disturbance and restore original site conditions.

What causes the urban heat island effect?

• Cold nights in villages
• Concrete and asphalt absorbing heat
• Lack of people in cities
• Too many electric poles

Answer explanation

Hard urban surfaces retain heat, raising city temperatures above rural levels.

Which of the following helps reduce heat island effect?

• Black bitumen roofs
• Green roofs and reflective pavements
• Steel sheds
• Dense concrete surfaces

Answer explanation

Reflective and vegetated roofs reduce heat absorption.

What is an important part of site waste management in green construction?

• Burning waste
• Sending all waste to landfill
• Sorting, recycling, and safe disposal
• Dumping in nearby fields

Answer explanation

Green buildings handle site waste responsibly to reduce environmental harm.

Which facility supports green transportation in buildings?

• Underground oil tanks
• Smoke vents
• Bicycle racks and EV charging stations
• Car engine boosters

Answer explanation

Green buildings promote low-emission transport options like bikes and EVs.

What is a common strategy to reduce light pollution in green buildings?

• Use of high-watt bulbs
• Upward-facing lights
• Using shielded downward-facing lights
• Flashing neon signs

Answer explanation

Shielded lights direct illumination downward, preventing glare and pollution.

What is the role of storm water drainage in green buildings?

• To flood basements
• To increase runoff and erosion
• To control rainwater flow and improve water quality
• To create puddles for birds

Answer explanation

Stormwater systems manage and filter rain runoff to prevent flooding and pollution.