One of the nonprofit organizations that is most active in affordable housing is Habitat for Humanity.  Which answer(s) best describe(s) the founding of Habitat:

How would you compare the focus on ‘green space’ at Vauban in Germany with the allocation of green space for one of the suburbs in the Twin Cities (Edina, Roseville, or Woodbury for example)?

Leopold expressed a philosophy of ecology that could be considered parallel to the foundation of building science. What does Seavey note that would make the comparison?

The village of Nueva Providencia was discussed in the textbook.  Which answer best describes the origins and development of this village:

The Doodle was discussed in the textbook as a symbol of the Urban Homeworks mission.  Which statement best describes the primary approach for Urban Homeworks?

During the presentation about Technology and Society, there was some discussion of ‘appropriate technology’ and how that may apply to sustainable housing.  Which of these statements best describes appropriate technology and housing?

Chapter 1 discussed ‘certification agencies’ with respect to wood-based building materials.  Which answer best describes the purpose of these agencies.

Chapter 2 in the textbook discusses the problems in North Minneapolis that were created by the foreclosure crisis.  Name and describe two of these problems.

Explain why public transportation is considered to be part of the connection between sustainability and affordable housing in America.  Give at least three reasons. 

Housing is a major consideration for both Habitat for Humanity and for Urban Homeworks.  In what ways are these organizations similar and in what ways are they different?  Include at least 3 comparisons.