Unit 1 - Life in the City

In which year was Astana made the capital of Kazakhstan?

• 1997

• 2000

• 1990

• 1985

Where was Almaty located before Astana became the capital of Kazakhstan?

• In the southeastern corner of the country

• In the middle of the country

• In the northwestern corner of the country

• In the southwestern corner of the country

What makes the architecture of Astana unique?

• It looks like a space-age city

• It is made entirely of glass

• It has no skyscrapers

• It is built on water

What is the shape of the university building in Astana?

• A dog bowl

• A tree

• A pyramid

• A sphere

What is the height of the Bayterek Tower in Astana?

• 105 m (345 ft.)

• 200 m (656 ft.)

• 150 m (492 ft.)

• 250 m (820 ft.)

Who was the Japanese architect that won first prize in a competition to design the new capital of Astana?

• Kisho Kurokawa

• Tadao Ando

• Kenzo Tange

• Shigeru Ban

What is the name of the popular entertainment center in Astana?

• Khan Shatyr

• Bayterek Tower

• Almaty Center

• Astana Plaza

What is the Khan Shatyr known as?

• The world's largest tent

• The tallest building in Astana

• The oldest building in Astana

• The largest park in Astana

What can be found inside the Khan Shatyr?

• A river for boating, a park, an indoor running track, a waterslide, and a sandy beach with palm trees

• A zoo, a museum, a library, and a theater

• A shopping mall, a cinema, a gym, and a restaurant

• A school, a hospital, a bank, and a post office

What is the climate like in Astana during the winter?

• Very cold, with temperatures dropping to -40°C (-40°F)

• Mild, with temperatures around 0°C (32°F)

• Warm, with temperatures around 20°C (68°F)

• Hot, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F)