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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what country does Washington study European bridges?
(a) Spain.
(b) England.
(c) France.
(d) Germany.

2. Which of the following animals does Dr. Smith perform tests on in the caissons, searching for a cure for the Bends?
(a) Pigs.
(b) Horses.
(c) Dogs.
(d) Cats.

3. How long are the shifts while digging the caissons on the Manhattan side of the bridge?
(a) Two hours.
(b) Four hours.
(c) Six hours.
(d) Eight hours.

4. Which of the following is NOT a process each wire coil must go through to be strung from the bridge?
(a) It must be spliced.
(b) It must be weighed.
(c) It must be galvanized.
(d) It must be dripped in oil.

5. What instrument does Washington play?
(a) The harp.
(b) The banjo.
(c) The piano.
(d) The flute.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following men would be most susceptible to the Bends in Dr. Smith's study?

2. What do the Bridge committee think Washington is missing from his father's spirit?

3. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of the bends in workers?

4. Which of the following is another name for "The Bends?"

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the titles given to John Roeblings by the business community after his death?

(see the answer key)

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