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Greenhouse Structures Quiz

True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 
(5 points) Even-span greenhouses are the most common type of greenhouse.
 

 2. 
(5 points) When choosing a material for greenhouse framework, steel has an advantage over wood because it is cheaper than wood.
 

 3. 
(5 points) When choosing a material for greenhouse framework, wood is better than steel because it is easily modified.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 4. 
(5 points) Which of the following is NOT considered a MAIN factor when deciding on a greenhouse?
a.
type of greenhouse
c.
glazing of greenhouse
b.
location of greenhouse
d.
decibels of greenhouse
 

 5. 
(5 points) Which style of greenhouse is often used on hillsides?
a.
even-span
b.
uneven-span
c.
quonset
d.
gothic arch
 

 6. 
(5 points) Which type of greenhouse is common in hot climates due to the fact that the design allows for good ventilation?
a.
lean-to
b.
gothic arch
c.
even-span
d.
sawtooth
 

Multiple Response
Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
 

 7. 
(4 points) Which of the following are considerations for a greenhouse framework?
 a.
light weight material
 e.
material that casts small shadows
 b.
thick material to withstand wind
 f.
flexible material
 c.
material that absorbs moisture
 g.
material that needs little maintenance
 d.
material that withstands humidity
 h.
clear material to allow light through
 

Numeric Response
 

 8. 
(5 points) A disadvantage of polyethylene sheets as a greenhouse covering is that they have to be replaced, on average, every 1 to _____ years.

 

Completion
Complete each statement.
 

 9. 
(5 points) Ridge-and-furrow greenhouses are best oriented north and south to reduce permanent ______________, on the crops, which are created by gutters.
 

 

 10. 
(5 points) Another name for a lean-to greenhouse is a __________________.
 

 

 11. 
(5 points) Vents at the top of the greenhouse that normally run the length of the building are known as ______________ vents.
 

 

 12. 
(5 points) The covering of a greenhouse is referred to as the __________________.
 

 

 13. 
(5 points) If using glass as a covering for your greenhouse, _______________________ glass is better because it is stronger than regular glass and resists breakage better.
 

 

 14. 
(5 points) The coverings found on our greenhouse are ___________________ _____________________ sheets.
 

 

 15. 
(5 points) In a greenhouse, the structure that holds the plants above the ground is known as a ______________.
 

 



 
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