Types of HousesOnline version Test your knowledge about different types of houses and their characteristics. by Cambridge College 1 What is a bungalow? a A large and luxurious residence. b A small, single-story house with a veranda or porch. c A boat that has been converted into a residence. d A self-contained living unit within a larger building. 2 What is a flat? a A house that is not connected to any other structure. b A small, single-story house with a veranda or porch. c A boat that has been converted into a residence. d A self-contained living unit within a larger building, typically on one floor. 3 What is a farmhouse? a A prefabricated dwelling designed for permanent or semi-permanent residence. b A small, traditional dwelling with a roof made of straw or reeds. c A house associated with a farm and designed to accommodate the needs of a farming family. d A large and luxurious residence. 4 What is a semi-detached house? a A house that is not connected to any other structure. b A small, single-story house with a veranda or porch. c A house joined to another house on one side, with each house having its own separate entrance. d A house that is part of a row of similar houses joined together. 5 What is a terraced house? a A house that is part of a row of similar houses joined together, sharing common side walls. b A small, traditional dwelling with a roof made of straw or reeds. c A prefabricated dwelling designed for permanent or semi-permanent residence. d A large and luxurious residence. 6 What is a mobile home? a A small, single-story house with a veranda or porch. b A house that is not connected to any other structure. c A house that is part of a row of similar houses joined together. d A prefabricated dwelling that is transportable and designed for permanent or semi-permanent residence. 7 What is a mansion? a A self-contained living unit within a larger building, typically on one floor. b A large and luxurious residence, often characterized by extensive grounds and high-end amenities. c A boat that has been converted into a residence. d A house associated with a farm and designed to accommodate the needs of a farming family. 8 What is a houseboat? a A boat that has been converted into a residence, providing a floating living space. b A self-contained living unit within a larger building. c A small, single-story house with a veranda or porch. d A house that is not connected to any other structure. 9 What is a villa? a A house that is not connected to any other structure. b A small, single-story house with a veranda or porch. c A large and often luxurious country residence, typically associated with a wealthy or prestigious lifestyle. d A self-contained living unit within a larger building. 10 What is a thatched cottage? a A large and luxurious residence. b A small, traditional dwelling with a roof made of straw or reeds. c A prefabricated dwelling designed for permanent or semi-permanent residence. d A self-contained living unit within a larger building.