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Architecture

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Architects consider the aesthetics of the buildings they design. They want people to find the buildings not only beautiful to look at but also enjoyable to be inside.

a)

artistic

b)

hahaha

c)

I don't know man

d)

Help

2.

The foundation of architecture today is based on the fundamentals of the past.

a)

What?

b)

The begin

c)

The basic

d)

Don't ask me man

3.

The architect Frank Gehry is inspirational. He pushes other architects to explore new ideas.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

4.

The intended use or purpose of a mall is a place to shop. For example, a café’s intended use is as a place to eat.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

5.

To say a building is structurally sound means that it is built to last a long time.

a)

the basis; the ideas that support something

b)

reason for the building

c)

artistic value

d)

good condition; strong; flawless

6.

Frank Gehry is noteworthy because of his dynamic style. His designs are very creative and unusual.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

7.

A building must serve the needs and purposes of the people who use it. If the building does this, then the architect has met the objective.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

8.

Aesthetics is a difficult principle to agree on because people have their own taste.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

9.

Frank Gehry’s designs often use irregular angles. It’s important to stress, however, that the designs are still structurally sound.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

10.

Frank Gehry was resourceful because he liked to utilize chain-link fence, plywood, sheet metal, and other building materials that were easily available to him.

a)

achieved the goal

b)

rule or set of ideas

c)

use something effectively

d)

exciting; interesting; full of energy; emphasize

11.

One of the basic principles of architecture is to consider the (a)   building-for example the materials, lighting, and shape.

12.

Frank Gehry has a (a)   style, especially his use of irregular shapes. His work from that of other architects.

13.

One______consideration of a structure’s design is shape. The shape of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, for example, is very strong and commanding. It is difficult to design a structure that is​______pleasing to everyone.

a)

aesthetic - aesthetically

b)

aesthetics - aesthetically

c)

aesthetically - aesthetics

d)

aesthetically - aesthetic

14.

I don't know

a)

True

b)

False

15.

Hold up

a)

False

b)

True