Exploring a Unique Home in Los Angeles

Exploring a Unique Home in Los Angeles

Assessment

Interactive Video

Architecture, Arts, Performing Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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The speaker moved from New York to Los Angeles in 1999, initially renting an apartment while searching for a house. After a year, they found a unique geodesic dome online, which significantly influenced their work. The house lacks traditional features like bedrooms and closets, offering a continuous space over three floors. It feels more institutional than residential, prompting the speaker to host events and performances there.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did the narrator move to Los Angeles?

2005

2001

1999

1995

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of house was the narrator initially looking for?

A modern apartment

A luxury villa

A junkie fixer-upper

A suburban house

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the narrator find the geodesic dome house?

On a realtor's website

By visiting open houses

In a newspaper ad

Through a friend

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of the geodesic dome house?

It has a large garden

It has a traditional layout

It has multiple bedrooms

It has continuous free-flowing space

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the narrator describe the feel of the house?

Cozy and warm

Institutional

Minimalist

Rustic

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity did the narrator start doing after moving into the house?

Renovating

Hosting events

Renting it out

Gardening

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the house seem suitable for gatherings?

It had a large kitchen

It was located in a busy area

It had various spaces for performances

It was close to public transport