7: Know and Understand

1. Which of the following factors help determine the specific areas of the landscape?
     A. Lot dimensions. B. Property layout. C. Placement of home. D. All of the above.
2. The backyard of a residence, which is usually more private than the rest of the property, is referred to as the _____.
     A. public area B. service area C. living area D. common area
3. The front yard of a residence is commonly referred to as the _____.
     A. public area B. service area C. living area D. common area
4. The area of emphasis of the front yard is the _____.
     A. walkway B. garage door C. front door D. driveway
5. The area of a landscape that provides the homeowner with functional space for less attractive components is the _____.
     A. public area B. service area C. living area D. common area
6. True or False? The home’s interior has no impact on the landscape design.
     A. True B. False
7. True or False? Appearance, quality, and duration are the major qualities used to determine which materials should be used to construct an outdoor room.
     A. True B. False
8. The type of material used and the dimensions of an outdoor wall depend on many factors, including the _____.
     A. size of the lot B. proximity to neighbors C. homeowner’s budget D. All of the above.
9. True or False? Plants used to create a wall for privacy should be deciduous.
     A. True B. False
10. True or False? A formal hedge should only be used if the homeowner is willing to maintain its shape.
      A. True B. False
11. True or False? Wrought iron is the most economical choice of metal fencing.
      A. True B. False
12. A picket fence is composed of _____.
      A. pickets B. rails C. posts D. All of the above.
13. Fencing that consists of strips of wood or vinyl that are crossed and fastened to the cross section of panels or posts is a _____.
      A. lattice fence B. picket fence C. rail fence D. bar fence
14. Which of the following is one of the most important aspects of an outdoor space because it is often the most abundant component and easily sets the tone for the design?
      A. Flower colors. B. Outdoor flooring. C. Wall material. D. Ceiling material.
15. Which of the following is used as soft flooring in outdoor rooms?
      A. Natural turf. B. Synthetic turf. C. Ground cover. D. All of the above.
16. Plants with spreading growth habits that are used to create soft flooring are _____.
      A. synthetic covers B. ground covers C. turf covers D. All of the above.
17. Which of the following materials is used to create hard flooring for outdoor rooms?
      A. Asphalt and brick. B. Stone and concrete. C. Wood and pavers. D. All of the above.
18. True or False? Ceilings may be created with manmade or natural materials and may or may not be a permanent part of the landscape.
      A. True B. False
19. Outdoor ceilings typically made with flexible materials attached to a frame, which is attached to a structure, are referred to as _____.
      A. frames B. pergolas C. gazebos D. awnings
20. A permanent structure with a covered canopy and ornamental posts and railings is referred to as a(n) _____.
      A. frame B. pergola C. gazebo D. awning
21. A ceiling structure with openly spaced boards running perpendicular to each other across the top is referred to as a(n) _____.
      A. frame B. pergola C. gazebo D. awning

Match the terms to the appropriate descriptions in 22–33.

22. A constructed wall that is used to hold back soil and allow for the change in topography of a site.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
23. One of the most expensive materials used to create outdoor walls.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
24. A fencing material made from a combination of recycled wood and plastic.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
25. A row of shrubs that is kept trimmed to appear uniform in size.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
26. A row of shrubs that is allowed to grow into their natural shapes and height.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
27. Created using a blend of several species of plant material varying in height, texture, and color.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
28. A fencing material that is durable, virtually maintenance-free, and available in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
29. A row of shrubs used to create walls and borders.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
30. A style of fencing that provides privacy but also allows light to pass through from either side.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
31. A style of fencing used to provide privacy to the outdoor area.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
32. A woody-stemmed plant that is capable of climbing up and across a structure.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing
33. Create a border that allows the landscape to be viewed from either side.
      A. composite fencing B. formal hedge C. hedge D. informal hedge E. metal fencing F. mixed border G. privacy fence H. retaining wall I. semi-privacy fence J. stone K. vine L. vinyl fencing M. wood fencing