LARC 160 Final Exam Questions with 100% Correct Answers

Which of the following are characteristics of a contour line? Correct Answer • A line that connects points of equal elevation; measures land above sea level -Widely spaced contour indicates flat surface -Closely spaced contour indicates steep slope ground. -Equally spaced contour indicates uniform slope -Irregular contours indicate uneven surface -All points on a contour line are on the same elevation -each contour line forms a closed figure -2 or more lines are required to represent a 3D form -the steepest slope is perp. to the line -runs perp. to the contour lines -steepness of slope increase as lines get closer together -contour lines never split or diverge in the natural world What types of spatial characteristics can be made using plants? Correct Answer -decoration and ornamentation -create a space or outside "room" -block unsightly views -stabilize steep slopes/solve environmental problems -direct movement -unify a group of buildings -modify exposure to sun and wind What types of spatial characteristics can be made using landforms? Correct Answer Influence Edges, orientation and movement of a space (EOM) -ha-ha wall Perception of space is influenced by floor space, horizon line and steepness of the slope What types of spatial characteristics can be made using structures? Correct Answer Intimate vs. public spaces Identity of a space The following diagram (to be shown on exam) is an example of space defined by _____. Correct Answer Axis What are the objectives associated with water at the Sidwell Friends School? Correct Answer constructed wetland for storm and wastewater for ecological and educational purposes