Question 1

The author has stated that, "belief in salvation by bricks and mortar fit in neatly with the American belief in the unlimited potential of technology". Explain how this has been applied American urban planning.

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American urban planning has often been d...

Question 2

The British government became directly involved in the construction of new towns through the New Towns Act of 1946.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Reston, Columbia and Irvine were all privately financed ventures.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Of new 19th century U.S. communities organized around religious or political-philosophical doctrines, only Pullman, Illinois grew and prospered.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Ebenezer Howard, an activist as well as a visionary, established his first garden city in __________, UK.

Accepted Answer

A)  Canterbury
B)  Dover
C)  Greenwich
D)  Letchworth

Question 6

Discuss how New Urbanism communities differ from the usual post war suburban communities.

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New Urbanism communities differ from the usual post-war suburban communities in several key ways.

Firstly, New Urbanism communities are designed to be walkable and pedestrian-friendly, with a focus on mixed-use development that includes a variety of housing types, commercial spaces, and public amenities within close proximity. This encourages residents to rely less on cars and promotes a sense of community and social interaction.

In contrast, post-war suburban communities were often designed with a heavy reliance on automobiles, resulting in sprawling, car-centric layouts with segregated land uses. This often led to a lack of walkability and limited access to public transportation, as well as a sense of isolation and disconnectedness among residents.

Additionally, New Urbanism communities prioritize the preservation of natural landscapes and open spaces, often incorporating green infrastructure and sustainable design principles. This stands in contrast to the typical suburban development, which often involved the clearing of natural habitats and the prioritization of large, uniform housing developments.

Furthermore, New Urbanism communities often emphasize traditional neighborhood design principles, such as front porches, narrow streets, and public gathering spaces, in an effort to foster a sense of community and social interaction. In contrast, post-war suburban communities often prioritized privacy and individualism, resulting in a lack of communal spaces and a more isolated living experience.

Overall, New Urbanism communities seek to create more sustainable, connected, and vibrant neighborhoods that promote a sense of community and well-being, in contrast to the often isolated and car-dependent nature of post-war suburban developments.

Question 7

Describe some of the early attempts at city planning in Western Europe. Which were successful and which were not?

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Some of the early attempts at city plann...

Question 8

The city in Europe where half the commutes to and from work are by public transit is __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  London
B)  Paris
C)  Rome
D)  Stockholm

Question 9

Unlike the countries of Europe, the United States never became involved in the construction of new towns.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The text suggests that the rectangular grid was least appropriate for which of the following cities due to the nature of its terrain?

Accepted Answer

A)  New York
B)  Philadelphia
C)  Chicago
D)  San Francisco D

Question 11

The "city beautiful" movement emerged from the __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  construction of Central Park
B)   Civil War
C)  Columbian World Exposition
D)  city manager movement

Question 12

Gridiron patterned cities are typical of __________.

Accepted Answer

A)   New England
B)   colonial cities of the Southeast
C)  Canadian and U.S. western cities
D)  maritime Canada

Question 13

The influence of the "city beautiful" movement can be seen __________.

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A)  in the new towns built in the United States
B)  only in the European capitals rebuilt following World War II
C)  only in the housing and neighborhoods of Chicago
D)  in government buildings throughout the country

Question 14

The late 19th century movement that had the most pronounced effect on the design of U.S. cities was the "city beautiful" movement that emerged from the Chicago Columbian World Exhibition of 1893.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Pierre L'Enfant's overall plan for Washington,D.C. was carefully executed under his guidance to develop the neoclassical city in the 19th century.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Today with regard to urban planning, the United States has __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  no national land-use or growth policy
B)  a relatively recent (1975)  federal land-use policy
C)  more planning than Europe
D)  a new land development voucher system

Question 17

Zoning was often used for purposes of racial, social and economic exclusivity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

According to Aristotle, the 5th century Greek city planner, Hippodamus of Miletus laid out the street plan of Athens in the 5th century B.C.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Following World War I, the emphasis of planning focused on __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  eliminating slums
B)  zoning and the "city efficient"
C)  the "city beautiful" movement
D)  designing public parks B

Question 20

Based on current U. S. federal policies future new towns can be expected to __________.

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A)  expand rapidly in number
B)  be built largely for the poor
C)  be built only by private developers for the affluent
D)  be found illegal by court cases

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The British government became directly involved in the construction of new towns through the New Towns Act of 1946.

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Reston, Columbia and Irvine were all privately financed ventures.

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Of new 19^th century U.S. communities organized around religious or political-philosophical doctrines, only Pullman, Illinois grew and prospered.

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Ebenezer Howard, an activist as well as a visionary, established his first garden city in __________, UK.

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Unlike the countries of Europe, the United States never became involved in the construction of new towns.

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The text suggests that the rectangular grid was least appropriate for which of the following cities due to the nature of its terrain?

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The "city beautiful" movement emerged from the __________.

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Gridiron patterned cities are typical of __________.

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The late 19^th century movement that had the most pronounced effect on the design of U.S. cities was the "city beautiful" movement that emerged from the Chicago Columbian World Exhibition of 1893.

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Pierre L'Enfant's overall plan for Washington,D.C. was carefully executed under his guidance to develop the neoclassical city in the 19th century.

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Today with regard to urban planning, the United States has __________.

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Zoning was often used for purposes of racial, social and economic exclusivity.

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According to Aristotle, the 5^th century Greek city planner, Hippodamus of Miletus laid out the street plan of Athens in the 5^th century B.C.

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The British government became directly involved in the construction of new towns through the New Towns Act of 1946.

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Reston, Columbia and Irvine were all privately financed ventures.

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Of new 19th century U.S. communities organized around religious or political-philosophical doctrines, only Pullman, Illinois grew and prospered.

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Ebenezer Howard, an activist as well as a visionary, established his first garden city in __________, UK.

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Discuss how New Urbanism communities differ from the usual post war suburban communities.

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The city in Europe where half the commutes to and from work are by public transit is __________.

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Unlike the countries of Europe, the United States never became involved in the construction of new towns.

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The "city beautiful" movement emerged from the __________.

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The late 19th century movement that had the most pronounced effect on the design of U.S. cities was the "city beautiful" movement that emerged from the Chicago Columbian World Exhibition of 1893.

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Pierre L'Enfant's overall plan for Washington,D.C. was carefully executed under his guidance to develop the neoclassical city in the 19th century.

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Today with regard to urban planning, the United States has __________.

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Zoning was often used for purposes of racial, social and economic exclusivity.

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According to Aristotle, the 5th century Greek city planner, Hippodamus of Miletus laid out the street plan of Athens in the 5th century B.C.

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