Question 1

What is a primary feature of the new office building mentioned in the text?

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It incorporates old-world brickwork into its design.

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It is designed in a modern minimalist style.

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It is entirely made of steel.

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It has a glass dome on top.

Question 2

What effect did the new building have on its occupancy rate?

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It achieved a fivefold increase in occupancy since its launch.

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It saw only a slight increase in occupancy.

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It remained mostly vacant.

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It completely sold out on the first day.

Question 3

What type of office layout does the building promote?

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Open brainstorming spaces.

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Closed offices with doors.

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Individual cubicles for privacy.

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Traditional meeting rooms.

Question 4

What is one concern companies have regarding the building's design?

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Lack of personal space might corrupt employees' productivity.

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Excessive sunlight might damage furniture.

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The atrium is too large and unused.

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The building is too far from public transport.

Question 5

What benefit does the atrium provide according to the text?

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It creates an inviting foyer that lifts the morale of its occupants.

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It is a meeting space for corporate events.

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It houses a café for employees.

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It serves as a storage area for supplies.

Question 6

What challenge does the innovation in the building present?

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Constant adaptation is required due to escalating modifications.

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The building is always too cold.

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There are not enough parking spaces.

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No one wants to work in the building.

Question 7

What do some people argue about the open layout of the building?

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It encourages spontaneity and collaboration.

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It isolates employees from each other.

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It creates a noisy environment.

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It prevents people from focusing on their work.

Question 8

What has the reaction been to the building's facade?

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It has stirred up a mix of emotions and controversy.

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Everyone found it beautiful.

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It was universally praised.

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It was criticized for being too plain.

Question 9

How does the passage describe the impact of innovation on the building's function?

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It optimizes the utility of vacant areas.

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It makes the building more complex.

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It has no effect on the building's function.

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It reduces the number of office spaces available.

Question 10

What overarching question does the passage raise about the new building?

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Are we creating an environment that uplifts or burdens?

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Will it lead to more businesses opening downtown?

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Can it be replicated in other cities?

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Is it the most modern building in the city?

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