30. Building a better world with wood?

What is the main topic of this episode?

• Wood as a traditional fuel
• Using wood to build a greener future
• Forest conservation
• Carpentry skills

What is 'forest bathing'?

• Swimming in forest lakes
• Cutting down trees
• Being calm and using your senses in nature
• Climbing forest trees

How much of Britain's land was forested in Roman times?

• 0.2
• 0.3
• 0.4
• 0.5

How many trees were used to build HMS Victory?

• 4000.0
• 5000.0
• 6000.0
• 7000.0

What kind of schools does Michael Ramage say help children learn better?

• Stone-built schools
• Online schools
• Wooden schools
• Glass buildings

Why do governments want to replace concrete and steel?

• They're too expensive
• They're hard to transport
• They produce a lot of carbon
• They’re outdated materials

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a bio-based building material?

• Bamboo
• Hemp
• Steel
• Flax

What is plywood made from?

• Pressed leaves
• Cross-layered and glued pine
• Steel and wood mix
• Bamboo sticks

Where is the world’s tallest wooden skyscraper?

• London, UK
• Oslo, Norway
• Milwaukee, USA
• Toronto, Canada

Why is plywood considered revolutionary?

• It is waterproof
• It’s stronger than plastic
• It’s the first new construction material since reinforced concrete
• It’s cheaper than all other materials