Eco-Friendly Architecture: The Hen House on the Isle of Skye

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6th Grade - University
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary architectural strategy used to adapt the house to strong winds?
Using heavy insulation
Pointing the building towards the wind
Building with lightweight materials
Reducing the number of windows
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is the Hen House considered ecologically appealing to visitors?
It has a limited environmental impact
It offers a modern interior design
It uses traditional building techniques
It is located in a remote area
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the house being lifted off the ground?
To increase the living space
To prevent flooding
To enhance the view and experience
To provide better insulation
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What inspired the name 'Hen House' for the building?
Its location near a farm
Its resemblance to a traditional barn
Its similarity to waterfowl habitats
Its use of wooden materials
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What feature of the Hen House helps in reducing reliance on electricity for heating?
Thick concrete walls
South-facing large windows
A wood stove
Small windows in all rooms
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the design of the Hen House reflect sustainable practices?
By using recycled materials
By incorporating traditional architecture
By maximizing solar gain
By minimizing the use of glass
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What realization did the architects have about the house's structure after its design?
It should be connected to the ground
It needed more insulation
It required additional windows
It had to work in two levels
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