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What sparked the beginning of the National Historic Preservation Movement?

  1. A. Construction of the Empire State Building

  2. B. Destruction of the original Pennsylvania train Station

  3. C. Demolition of the Chrysler Building

  4. D. Restoration of the Brooklyn Bridge

The correct answer is: B. Destruction of the original Pennsylvania train Station

The correct answer is B: Destruction of the original Pennsylvania train Station. The National Historic Preservation Movement was ignited by the demolition of the original Pennsylvania Station in New York City in the early 1960s. This demolition raised public awareness about the importance of preserving historical and architecturally significant buildings, leading to the establishment of preservation laws and organizations aimed at protecting and conserving cultural heritage sites. The destruction of such a grand and iconic structure served as a turning point in recognizing the value of historic preservation in the United States.

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