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

2. Which of the following is NOT one of the titles given to John Roeblings by the business community after his death?
(a) Philanthropist.
(b) Intellectual.
(c) Perfectionist.
(d) Aristocrat.

3. Which of the following is NOT a weather that slows down the spinning process on the bridge?
(a) Snow.
(b) Rain.
(c) Wind.
(d) Fog.

4. Which of the following men would be most susceptible to the Bends in Dr. Smith's study?
(a) Overweight men.
(b) Men who smoke.
(c) Underweight men.
(d) Men from minority backgrounds.

5. How much deeper are the caissons on the Manhattan side of the bridge than on the Brooklyn side?
(a) Twice as deep.
(b) They are the same depth.
(c) Four times as deep.
(d) Three times as deep.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many miles of wire are held inside each drum?

2. Which newspaper coins the term "The Gigantic Spinning Machine?"

3. In what country does Washington study European bridges?

4. What is the name of Washington's wife?

5. Why does Henry Beers attempt to shut down production on the Brooklyn Bridge?

(see the answer key)

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