Only In Lithuania 12 - Bottle House

Only In Lithuania 12 - Bottle House

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History, Social Studies, Arts, Architecture, Engineering

10th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explores how Vitus, a Lithuanian man, used 30,000 empty glass bottles to construct his dream home on a budget. Despite potential fragility, the design is cost-effective and robust, combining bottles with concrete to form strong walls. The house spans 150 square meters, with five rooms over two stories. Vitus's approach emphasizes sustainability and resourcefulness, embodying the saying 'people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones.'

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivated Vitus to use glass bottles for building his house?

He wanted to build a house quickly.

He received a grant for using eco-friendly materials.

He was inspired by a famous architect.

He wanted to recycle his collection of bottles.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Vitus manage the cost of building his house?

He hired a large team of workers.

He built it in a remote area.

He worked at a leisurely pace to save money.

He used expensive materials.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total number of rooms in Vitus's house?

Ten

Seven

Five

Three

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many bottles were used in the construction of Vitus's house?

40,000

10,000

20,000

30,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the saying 'people who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones' imply in the context of Vitus's house?

The house is fragile and needs careful handling.

The house is strong and durable.

The house is expensive to maintain.

The house is a tourist attraction.