ARC423-18 - ARCHITECTURE

COMPREHENSIVE COURSE 1
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First Semester 2024 - 2025

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AR. Juliet B. Ramos

4AR-1
Assignment no. 4
TOA 1 & 2

Glicel G. Bullos
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A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. Which term best describes the product or result of architectural work,

encompassing buildings collectively?
A. Architecture of Space and Structure
B. Architectural Orders
C. Utilitas
D. Firmitas
ANSWER: A

2. In the realm of architecture, what term refers to the profession of

designing buildings and other habitable environments?
A. Architecture of Space and Structure
B. Architectural Orders
C. Venustas
D. Utilitas
ANSWER: D

3. What fundamental aspect of architecture refers to the conscious act of

forming things, resulting in a unifying or coherent structure?
A. Physical
B. Perceptual
C. Conceptual
D. Architectural Orders
ANSWER: C

4. Which architectural order primarily deals with accommodating a program

and ensuring compatibility with its context?
A. Spatial System
B. Circulation System
C. Enclosure System
D. Context
ANSWER: D

5. Which architectural order emphasizes the qualities of light, color, texture,

view, and sound, enhancing the perceptual experience within a space?
A. Approach and departure
B. Movement through the order of spaces
C. Qualities of light, color, texture, view, sound
D. Functioning of activities within spaces
ANSWER: C

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 C O L O R A N D S H A D E S

1. What color is often associated with authority and power, but can become
overwhelming if excessively used, evoking strong emotions and sometimes
linked with evil?
A. Black
B. White
C. Green
D. Purple
Answer: A

2. In color theory, which combination involves colors that are adjacent to

each other on the color wheel, creating a harmonious and subtle effect?
A. Monochromatic
B. Analogous
C. Complimentary
D. Split Complimentary
Answer: B

3. Which lighting source illuminates all objects within a scene equally without
adding shading, providing uniform brightness throughout?
A. Ambient Light
B. Directional Light
C. Point Light
D. Spotlight
Answer: A

4. What process in drawing involves depicting levels of darkness on paper by

applying media more densely or with a darker shade for darker areas, and
less densely or with a lighter shade for lighter areas?
A. Tinting
B. Shading
C. Blending
D. Highlighting
Answer: B

5. Among the color combinations, which one involves high contrast colors
that are opposite to each other on the color wheel, creating a vibrant and
striking visual effect?
A. Monochromatic
B. Analogous
C. Complimentary
D. Triadic
Answer: C
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1. What phenomenon occurs when white light travels through a glass prism?
A) Absorption
B) Reflection
C) Dispersion
D) Refraction
Answer: C (Dispersion)

2. Which colors constitute the primary colors of light?

A) Red, Yellow, Blue
B) Red, Green, Blue
C) Yellow, Cyan, Magenta
D) Orange, Green, Purple
Answer: B (Red, Green, Blue)

3. Why does a red snooker ball appear red in white light?

A) It absorbs all colors except red.
B) It reflects all colors except red.
C) It absorbs all colors including red.
D) It reflects only red light.
Answer: A (It absorbs all colors except red.)

4. What happens to a white object when illuminated with blue light?

A) It absorbs blue light.
B) It reflects all colors including blue.
C) It absorbs all colors except blue.
D) It appears black.
Answer: B (It reflects all colors including blue.)

5. How do colored objects appear in light of the same color as their own?
A) They appear brighter.
B) They appear darker.
C) They appear the same.
D) They change color.
Answer: C (They appear the same.)

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1. In the additive color system, which combination of colors results in white?

A) Red + Blue
B) Green + Yellow
C) Red + Green + Blue
D) Magenta + Cyan
Answer: C

2. What term refers to the name and properties of a color that enable it to
be perceived?
A) Hue
B) Brilliance
C) Saturation
D) Contrast
Answer: A

3. According to the color wheel, which colors are considered analogous?

A) Colors directly opposite each other
B) Colors adjacent to each other
C) Primary colors
D) Tertiary colors
Answer: B

4. What guideline should UI designers follow to ensure text readability?

A) Use textures and patterns for backgrounds behind texts
B) Create contrasts that cause eye fatigue
C) Avoid contrasts that cause illusions when positioned together
D) Enhance color dominance
Answer: C

5. How can color be utilized for identification, grouping, and emphasis in UI

design?
A) By avoiding color consistency
B) By minimizing the use of color associations
C) By using color to demarcate different areas
D) By ignoring cultural color associations
Answer: C

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A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. In architectural theory, which type of theory explains phenomena without

leaning towards any particular ideology?
A. Descriptive
B. Prescriptive
C. Critical
D. Anthropocentric
ANSWER: A

2. Among the elements of architectural design, which one is defined as the

meeting point of two lines or the corner of a plane or volume?
A. Point
B. Line
C. Plane
D. Volume
ANSWER: A

3. How is the spatial organization characterized when a dominant central

form is surrounded by secondary forms?
A. Linear Organization
B. Clustered Organization
C. Centralized Organization
D. Radial Organization
ANSWER: C

4. Which spatial theory focuses on the symbolic and communicative role of

the spatial separation individuals maintain in various social situations?
A. Anthropocentrism
B. Anthropomorphism
C. Ergonomics
D. Proxemics
ANSWER: D

5. Which technique for creating spatial illusions involves incorporating

elements from the external environment into the architectural design?
A. Changes in levels
B. Bringing outside in
C. Borrowing views
D. Multiplicity of functions
ANSWER: B

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A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. Who is credited with the design of the world's tallest tower at the time of
its construction, the Eiffel Tower, which utilized iron construction and
engineering principles?
A. Gustave Eiffel
B. Richard Upjohn
C. Joseph Paxton
D. Daniel Burnham
ANSWER: A

2. What architectural style or movement, prevalent in 19th-century Britain and

the United States, emphasized the quality of craftsmanship and sought to
counter the perceived negative effects of industrialization on society?
A. Neo-Classicism
B. Gothic Revival
C. Arts and Crafts Movement
D. Renaissance Revival
ANSWER: C

3. Which architectural feature, characteristic of Neo-Gothic buildings, is

described as having strong vertical lines, pointed windows with decorative
tracery, and pinnacles?
A. Doric columns
B. Gargoyles
C. Flying buttresses
D. Corinthian capitals
ANSWER: B

4. The Crystal Palace, designed by Joseph Paxton, was constructed for which
significant event in 19th-century history?
A. The French Revolution
B. The American Civil War
C. The Paris World's Fair of 1889
D. The Great Exhibition of 1851
ANSWER: D

5. Who is generally credited with the early development of the skyscraper,

particularly with the design of the Home Insurance Building, which
incorporated elements of metal framing?
A. Daniel Burnham
B. William Le Baron Jenney
C. John Welborn Root
D. Henri Labrouste
ANSWER: B
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A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. Which architectural style embraced fluid, undulating motifs often derived

from natural forms, incorporating organic and natural elements into its
decoration?
A. Art Nouveau
B. Modernism
C. De Stijl
D. Prairie Style
ANSWER: A

2. Who was the architect behind the Guggenheim Museum in New York,
characterized by its concrete construction and spiral-shaped design inspired
by the shell of a snail?
A. Frank Lloyd Wright
B. Walter Gropius
C. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
D. Le Corbusier
ANSWER: A

3. Which architectural movement aimed to streamline design with simple,

clean lines and geometric forms, often marked by the use of primary colors
and asymmetry?
A. Bauhaus
B. Art Deco
C. Post-Modernism
D. Prairie Style
ANSWER: B

4. Who designed the Barcelona Chair, a renowned furniture piece

characterized by its sleek, organic shape inspired by the tulip flower and
made of molded plastic?
A. Eero Saarinen
B. Frank Gehry
C. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
D. Zaha Hadid
ANSWER: A

5. The Seagram Building, known for its simple rectangular shape and amber-
colored windows, was a prominent example of which architectural style?
A. Prairie Style
B. Modernism
C. International Style
D. Post-Modernism
ANSWER: C
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 C O N T E M P O R A R Y
A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. Among the notable features of modern houses, which architect emphasized

the concept of a house as "a machine for living in"?
A. Le Corbusier
B. Frank Lloyd Wright
C. Oscar Niemeyer
D. Philip Johnson
ANSWER: A

2. Which architect designed the iconic Fallingwater, known for its integration
with nature and organic architecture principles?
A. Le Corbusier
B. Frank Lloyd Wright
C. Oscar Niemeyer
D. Philip Johnson
ANSWER: B

3. What architectural style emphasizes the external representation of a

building's function?
A. Functionalism
B. Postmodernism
C. Modernism
D. Classicism
ANSWER: A

4. Which building, characterized by its innovative design placing utilities on

the exterior, is often considered an emblem of postmodern architecture?
A. Centre Georges Pompidou
B. Sydney Opera House
C. Villa Savoye
D. Sears Tower
ANSWER: A

5. The Sydney Opera House, renowned for its distinctive shell-like roofs, was
designed by which architect?
A. Le Corbusier
B. Jorn Utzon
C. Oscar Niemeyer
D. Frank Lloyd Wright
ANSWER: B

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A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. During which architectural period did the Industrial Revolution significantly

influence construction techniques?
A. Historicist Movement
B. Art Nouveau Movement
C. Arts and Crafts Movement
D. Chicago School Movement
ANSWER: A

2. Which architectural marvel symbolizes the era of the Industrial Revolution

and Victorian structural expressionism?
A. Crystal Palace
B. Eiffel Tower
C. The Palace of Westminster
D. The United States Capitol
ANSWER: A

3. Who is often credited as the founder of the Arts and Crafts Movement?
A. William Morris
B. Victor Horta
C. Henry Van De Velde
D. Louis Henry Sullivan
ANSWER: A

4. Which architect is renowned for rejecting historical styles and embracing

modern architecture based on relations to the environment?
A. Victor Horta
B. Antonio Gaudi
C. Henry Van De Velde
D. Louis Henry Sullivan
ANSWER: A

5. In which country did the Art Nouveau Movement gain significant

prominence under the name "Modernisme"?
A. England
B. Belgium
C. Germany
D. Spain
ANSWER: D

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 T H E I N D U S T R I A L
R E V O L U T I O N 1 7 6 0 - 1 8 4 0

1. What innovation by James Watt significantly enhanced the efficiency of

steam engines, making them applicable to various industries?
A. Flying Shuttle
B. Water Frame
C. Watt steam engine
D. Power Loom
Answer: C

2. What was the primary source of power that replaced water as the major
source of motive power in England and Europe during the Industrial
Revolution?
A. Coal
B. Wood
C. Oil
D. Natural gas
Answer: A

3. Which technological advancement revolutionized the textile industry by

quickly separating cotton fibers from seedpods?
A. Watt steam engine
B. Flying Shuttle
C. Water Frame
D. Cotton gin
Answer: D

4. Who is credited as the pioneer of the factory system during the Industrial
Revolution?
A. John Kay
B. Richard Arkwright
C. James Watt
D. George Stephenson
Answer: B

5. What significant transportation infrastructure began construction in the

late 18th century to link major manufacturing centers with seaports and other
cities?
A. Railways
B. Canals
C. Highways
D. Bridges
Answer: B
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6. In what year did steam-hauled public railways commence, marking a significant

milestone in transportation during the Industrial Revolution?
A. 1800
B. 1825
C. 1830
D. 1851
Answer: B

7. Which event in 1851 showcased the achievements of industrialization and innovation,

often referred to as an exhibition of the new industrial utopia?
A. The Crystal Palace Exhibition
B. The Luddites Uprising
C. The Peterloo Massacre
D. The Socialist Congress
Answer: A

8. Who were the Luddites, and what action did they take in response to technological
advancements during the Industrial Revolution?
A. They were factory owners advocating for worker rights, and they organized strikes.
B. They were craftsmen and weavers who destroyed machinery that threatened their
jobs.
C. They were government officials enforcing industrial regulations, and they
implemented tariffs.
D. They were socialist thinkers promoting communal ownership of factories, and they
established utopian communities.
Answer: B

9. What tragic event in 1819 involved British soldiers firing upon workers advocating for
political reform, resulting in casualties and widespread outrage?
A. The Crystal Palace Exhibition
B. The Luddites Uprising
C. The Peterloo Massacre
D. The Socialist Congress
Answer: C

10. What was the primary goal of the Socialists during the Industrial Revolution?
A. To promote individual ownership of means of production
B. To establish monopolies on industrial sectors
C. To advocate for free trade policies
D. To operate and own the means of production collectively for the benefit of society
Answer: D
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1. Which architectural innovation of the Industrial Age utilized materials like brick or
stone walls combined with slim iron columns, creating structures such as mills with cast
iron skeletons?
A. Industrial Architecture
B. Revivalism
C. Classical Revival
D. Gothic Style
Answer: A

2. Which iconic structure, built in 1889 by Gustave Eiffel, became a symbol of Paris and
exemplified the use of iron in construction during the Industrial Age?
A. Eiffel Tower
B. Crystal Palace
C. US Capitol Building
D. Royal Pavilion
Answer: A

3. During the 18th and 19th centuries, architects revived ancient styles of architecture.
Which architectural revival focused initially on ancient Greece and Rome before later
embracing the medieval Gothic style?
A. Industrial Architecture
B. Revivalism
C. Classical Revival
D. Gothic Revival
Answer: B

4. Which style of architecture, influenced by ancient Greeks, featured buildings with

imposing porticos and massive columns, as seen in structures like the US Capitol
Building and the Pantheon in Paris?
A. Industrial Architecture
B. Revivalism
C. Classical Revival
D. Gothic Style
Answer: C

5. What building material was essential for the construction of structures like London's
Crystal Palace, which boasted an impressive 3,300 iron columns and exemplified the
architectural innovations of the Industrial Age?
A. Aluminum
B. Iron
C. Copper
D. Zinc
Answer: B
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A N D M O D E R N I S M
A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. Which architectural style emphasizes volume over mass and regularity over
symmetry?
A. International Style
B. Expressionist Style
C. Art Nouveau
D. Gothic Style
Answer: A

2. What is the primary characteristic of the International style's approach to

architecture?
A. Ornate decoration
B. Use of traditional materials
C. Perception of architecture as volume rather than mass
D. Symmetrical design elements
Answer: C

3. Which architect is known for advocating the use of pilotis to elevate

buildings and create open spaces underneath?
A. Antoni Gaudí
B. Walter Gropius
C. Le Corbusier
D. Frank Lloyd Wright
Answer: C

4. What construction technology allowed the International style to utilize

reinforced concrete frames and extensive glass usage?
A. Steel beams
B. Cast iron columns
C. Concrete arches
D. Brick masonry
Answer: A

5. Which characteristic distinguishes Expressionist architecture from other

styles?
A. Realistic representation
B. Symmetrical design
C. Distortion of form for emotional effect
D. Minimalist approach
Answer: C

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A N D M O D E R N I S M
A R C H I T E C T U R E

6. Who among the following architects is associated with Expressionist

architecture?
A. Antoni Gaudí
B. Frank Lloyd Wright
C. Le Corbusier
D. Erich Mendelsohn
Answer: D

7. What material did Erich Mendelsohn primarily use to express the fluidity of
his architectural designs?
A. Concrete
B. Steel
C. Glass
D. Brick
Answer: A

8. Which architectural style emphasizes simplicity, clarity of forms, and

elimination of unnecessary detail?
A. Art Nouveau
B. Gothic Style
C. International Style
D. Modern Architecture
Answer: D

9. What principle does modern architecture adhere to, as expressed by Louis

Sullivan?
A. Form follows function
B. Ornamentation over function
C. Symmetry is paramount
D. Traditional styles are favored
Answer: A

10. What historical event significantly contributed to the development of

modern architecture?
A. Industrial Revolution
B. French Revolution
C. Renaissance
D. Victorian Era
Answer: A

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A N D M O D E R N I S M
A R C H I T E C T U R E

1. Which architectural style emphasizes volume over mass and regularity over
symmetry?
A. International Style
B. Expressionist Style
C. Art Nouveau
D. Gothic Style
Answer: A

2. What is the primary characteristic of the International style's approach to

architecture?
A. Ornate decoration
B. Use of traditional materials
C. Perception of architecture as volume rather than mass
D. Symmetrical design elements
Answer: C

3. Which architect is known for advocating the use of pilotis to elevate

buildings and create open spaces underneath?
A. Antoni Gaudí
B. Walter Gropius
C. Le Corbusier
D. Frank Lloyd Wright
Answer: C

4. What construction technology allowed the International style to utilize

reinforced concrete frames and extensive glass usage?
A. Steel beams
B. Cast iron columns
C. Concrete arches
D. Brick masonry
Answer: A

5. Which characteristic distinguishes Expressionist architecture from other

styles?
A. Realistic representation
B. Symmetrical design
C. Distortion of form for emotional effect
D. Minimalist approach
Answer: C

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1. What architectural characteristic is prominent in Antoni Gaudi's designs,

including the famous Sagrada Familia Cathedral?
A. Straight lines and sharp angles
B. Geometric patterns
C. Curves and brilliant mosaics
D. Minimalist decorations
ANSWER: C

2. Which architectural movement emphasized simplicity, functionality, and

lack of unnecessary ornamentation?
A. Art Nouveau
B. Jugendstil
C. Bauhaus
D. De Stijl
ANSWER: C

3. Who designed the iconic Paris Metropolitain entrance, known for its
distinctive style?
A. Antoni Gaudi
B. Walter Gropius
C. Hector Guimard
D. Alvar Aalto
ANSWER: C

4. Which architectural structure is associated with the International Style

and characterized by tall glass and steel towers, flat roofs, and long strips
of windows?
A. Sagrada Familia Cathedral
B. Parc Guell
C. Bauhaus building
D. Geodesic Dome
ANSWER: C

5. Who is credited with creating the Geodesic Dome, a significant

architectural innovation?
A. Antoni Gaudi
B. Buckminster Fuller
C. Walter Gropius
D. Alvar Aalto
ANSWER: B
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1. What architectural style emerged at the end of the 19th century,

characterized by flowing lines and curves?
A. International Style
B. Art Deco
C. Art Nouveau
D. Neoclassical
ANSWER: C

2. Who is credited as one of the Fathers of Modern Architecture?

A. Louis Sullivan
B. Frank Lloyd Wright
C. Le Corbusier
D. Antoni Gaudí
ANSWER: A

3. Which building, designed by Peter Behrens, exemplifies both elegance and

functionality with its curving walls?
A. Pantheon, Paris
B. Royal Pavilion, Brighton
C. AEG Turbinenfabrik
D. Casa Milà
ANSWER: C

4. In what country did the Art Nouveau movement flourish briefly?

A. France
B. England
C. Italy
D. Germany
ANSWER: A

5. Which architectural movement emphasized applying arts directly to

architecture and included features like pointed arches and sash windows?
A. Neoclassicism
B. Gothic Revival
C. Arts and Crafts Movement
D. Baroque
ANSWER: C

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 C O P Y O F S K Y S C R A P E R S

1. Which architectural style emerged during the 1920s in Europe and the
United States, characterized by sleek elegance and often incorporating
Egyptian motifs?
A. Renaissance
B. Baroque
C. Art Nouveau
D. Art Deco
ANSWER: D

2. Who designed the tallest Art Deco skyscraper in New York, known for its
distinctive spire sunburst?
A. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
B. Frank Lloyd Wright
C. William van Alen
D. Eero Saarinen
ANSWER: C

3. What allowed architects to build taller skyscrapers, leading to the

construction of the first skyscrapers in Chicago?
A. Advancements in elevator technology
B. Development of new construction materials
C. Introduction of new architectural styles
D. Expansion of urban infrastructure
ANSWER: A

4. Who designed the 860/880 Lake Shore Drive Apartments, an elegant

structure based on a steel framework filled with glass?
A. Frank Lloyd Wright
B. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
C. Eero Saarinen
D. Louis Sullivan
ANSWER: B

5. Which iconic New York skyscraper was initially feared to be structurally

unsound upon its completion in 1902 due to its unique narrow corner?
A. Empire State Building
B. Chrysler Building
C. Flatiron Building
D. World Trade Center
ANSWER: C
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1. Which country is Sir Norman Foster's Millennium Tower planned for?

A. Taipei, Taiwan
B. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
C. Tokyo, Japan
D. Shanghai, China
ANSWER: C.

2. What is the tallest building in the world according to the provided list?
A. Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
B. Sears Tower, Chicago IL, US
C. Jin Mao Building, Shanghai, China
D. Taipei 101, Taipei, Taiwan
ANSWER: D.

3. Which building in the list was completed earliest?

A. Taipei 101, Taipei, Taiwan
B. Sears Tower, Chicago IL, US
C. Empire State Building, New York, US
D. Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ANSWER: C.

4. Who was awarded the Pritzker Prize in the year 1991?

A. Aldo Rossi
B. Robert Venturi
C. Alvaro Siza
D. Tadao Ando
ANSWER: A.

5. In which city is the Turbine Tower located?

A. Taipei
B. Tokyo
C. Shanghai
D. Hong Kong
ANSWER: B.

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1. Which architectural concept involves relating architectural form with other

objects or processes, such as anatomy or environmental influence?
A. Biological Analogy
B. Mechanical Analogy
C. Gastronomic Analogy
D. Linguistic Analogy
ANSWER: A. Biological Analogy

2. Renzo Piano's design of which iconic structure embodies the concept of

Mechanical Analogy in architecture?
A. The Centre Pompidou
B. The Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao
C. The Sagrada Familia
D. The Parthenon
ANSWER: A. The Centre Pompidou

3. Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, exemplifies which

architectural analogy?
A. Linguistic Analogy
B. Gastronomic Analogy
C. Metaphors
D. Essences
ANSWER: B. Gastronomic Analogy

4. The design of Tadao Ando’s Chapel on the Water best illustrates which
architectural analogy?
A. Linguistic Analogy
B. Mechanical Analogy
C. Metaphors
D. Programmatic
ANSWER: A. Linguistic Analogy

5. Frank Lloyd Wright's Johnson and Johnson Building is a notable example of

which architectural concept?
A. Metaphors
B. Essences
C. Programmatic
D. Analogies
ANSWER: A. Metaphors

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6. Which architectural concept focuses on universal values and highest

aspirations in design?
A. Programmatic
B. Ideals
C. Mechanical Analogy
D. Less is More
ANSWER: B. Ideals

7. Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe's statement "Less is More" is associated with
which architectural concept?
A. Optimization/ Satisfaction of Needs
B. Structural Concepts
C. Thematic or Symbolic Concepts
D. Environmental Concepts
ANSWER: A. Optimization/ Satisfaction of Needs

8. Which architectural style emphasizes separating structural frames from

space-enclosing walls and lifting houses on pilotises?
A. Classical Orders
B. The International Style
C. Post and lintel
D. Arches and Vaults
ANSWER: B. The International Style

9. What architectural concept refers to the method of construction using

posts and lintels?
A. Mushroom Construction
B. Post and lintel
C. Tube Construction
D. Suspended Systems
ANSWER: B. Post and lintel

10. Le Corbusier's emphasis on light and color in architecture is related to

which environmental concept?
A. Organic Architecture
B. Environmental Theory of Perception
C. Evolutionary Architecture
D. Using what is there
ANSWER: B. Environmental Theory of Perception

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11. Which architectural concept views a building as a living organism with

functional processes?
A. Tectonics
B. Bauhaus
C. Evolutionary Architecture
D. Structural Concepts
ANSWER: C. Evolutionary Architecture

12. The concept of utilizing available resources and designing based on the
natural features of the site is known as:
A. Environmental Theory of Perception
B. Evolutionary Architecture
C. Using what is there
D. Organic Architecture
ANSWER: C. Using what is there

13. What does Bauhaus aim to unite in architecture?

A. Art and History
B. Art and Technology
C. Science and Technology
D. Function and Ornament
ANSWER: B. Art and Technology

14. Which architectural concept involves shaping, ornamenting, or assembling

materials in building construction?
A. Tectonics
B. Bauhaus
C. Optimization/ Satisfaction of Needs
D. Structural Concepts
ANSWER: A. Tectonics

15. Which architect famously stated that "Architecture is the masterly,

correct, and magnificent play of masses brought together in light"?
A. Frank Lloyd Wright
B. Le Corbusier
C. Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe
D. Renzo Piano
ANSWER: B. Le Corbusier

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16. Which architectural concept views ornament as a decadence and

emphasizes expressed function?
A. Structural Concepts
B. Evolutionary Architecture
C. Bauhaus
D. Less is More
ANSWER: C. Bauhaus

17. What type of construction emphasizes the art and science of shaping
materials in building construction?
A. Mushroom Construction
B. Tube Construction
C. Tectonics
D. Suspended Systems
ANSWER: C. Tectonics

18. In architecture, what is the overriding objective of Evolutionary

Architecture?
A. To create functional buildings
B. To achieve the ultimate evolution of design
C. To prioritize aesthetics over function
D. To reduce construction costs
ANSWER: B. To achieve the ultimate evolution of design

19. Which architectural concept focuses on the satisfaction of needs and

functional requirements?
A. Thematic or Symbolic Concepts
B. Structural Concepts
C. Functional Concepts
D. Environmental Concepts
ANSWER: C. Functional Concepts

20. The Villa Savoye, designed by Le Corbusier, exemplifies which

architectural concept emphasizing free planning and lifted houses?
A. Less is More
B. Optimization/ Satisfaction of Needs
C. The International Style
D. Environmental Theory of Perception
ANSWER: C. The International Style

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1. What should a designer consider before creating floor plans?

A. The color scheme
B. The design concept
C. The furniture arrangement
D. The lighting fixtures
ANSWER: B.

2. Which category should a designer focus on to ensure the building

functions well internally?
A. Response to Context
B. Circulation and Building Form
C. Architectural Space
D. Functional Zoning
ANSWER: D.

3. What should be established before finalizing the floor plans?

A. The building's budget
B. The interior decoration
C. The design concept
D. The building materials
ANSWER: C.

4. What are examples of design philosophy applicable to architecture?

A. Building elements should possess a sense of fitness
B. Good design is about forcing ideas
C. Building should always conceal how they have been put together
D. The more complex the problem, the more human experience should be
disregarded
ANSWER: A.

5. According to design philosophy, what should a building be expressive of?

A. The personal tastes of the designer
B. The values of the culture where it occurs
C. The latest architectural trends
D. The materials used in construction
ANSWER: B.

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6. What is emphasized in designing building forms?

A. Hiding the purpose of spaces
B. Making the forms ambiguous
C. Ensuring clarity of messages
D. Creating complex patterns
ANSWER: C.

7. What is considered the best source of functional and formal analogies in

building design?
A. Artificial intelligence
B. Historical buildings
C. Nature
D. Virtual reality simulations
ANSWER: C.

8. What should a designer perceive as their goals regarding the physical

structure?
A. Project objectives
B. Personal preferences
C. Design objectives
D. Market trends
ANSWER: C.

9. What should compel a designer to shape their structure in a particular

way?
A. The project's budget
B. Contextual considerations
C. The latest design trends
D. Personal aesthetics
ANSWER: B.

10. Which category should not be included as a design consideration, as it is

non-negotiable?
A. Budget constraints
B. Sustainable design
C. Orientation
D. Good design
ANSWER: D.

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