American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Practice Exam

Which book initiated the Garden City movement?

1. The City in History by Lewis Mumford

2. Tomorrow: A Peaceful Path to Real Reform by Ebenezer Howard

3. Urban Land Use Planning by Philip Berke

4. The Death and Life of Great American Cities by Jane Jacobs

The correct answer is: Tomorrow: A Peaceful Path to Real Reform by Ebenezer Howard

The book that initiated the Garden City movement is "Tomorrow: A Peaceful Path to Real Reform" by Ebenezer Howard. In this influential work, published in 1898, Howard articulated his vision for the Garden City, a new urban concept that aimed to combine the benefits of both city and country living. He proposed a self-contained community surrounded by greenbelts, integrating residential areas, workplaces, and agricultural land, thus emphasizing a balanced and sustainable urban environment. Howard’s ideas were a revolutionary response to the overcrowding and poor living conditions in industrial cities at the time. His proposal advocated for planning communities that would provide adequate housing, employment, and recreational opportunities, all while preserving open spaces and natural landscapes. This vision directly influenced urban planning practices around the world and laid the groundwork for later movements towards suburban development and sustainable living. The other options represent significant works in urban planning and thought but do not directly relate to the origin of the Garden City movement. "The City in History" by Lewis Mumford provides an extensive historical perspective on urban development, while "Urban Land Use Planning" by Philip Berke focuses on modern planning processes. "The Death and Life of Great American Cities" by Jane Jacobs critiques mid-20th century urban planning practices,