The Suburban Environment in the Modern Space

Question 1

Which of the following statements best explains the growth of single-family homes in US suburbs following World War II?

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The large number of returning veterans needed homes.

Question 2

Suburban development and sprawl is a distinctly American phenomenon. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

F

Question 3

Which of the following is not a sign of suburban decay?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

increased haze and smog caused by auto exhaust and tire particulates

Question 4

Greyfields are __________ in decaying suburbs.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

vacant commercial spaces and empty shopping malls

Question 5

An edge city is a __________ that develops the qualities and services usually found in central cities.

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growing suburb

Question 6

A residential area is an area in which people __________.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

live

Question 7

What changes did city planners make when designing suburbs?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

City planners created buildings and planned streets around cars instead of walking.

Question 8

Which of the following is not an example of mixed-use development?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

building gated communities at a distance from commercial developments

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