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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. Which newspaper coins the term "The Gigantic Spinning Machine?"
(a) The Herald.
(b) The Times.
(c) The Eagle.
(d) The Tribune.

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

3. Where are the handles on the workers' temporary foot bridge?
(a) At knee level.
(b) At hip level.
(c) At chest level.
(d) At shoulder level.

4. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of the bends in workers?
(a) Joint pains.
(b) Headaches.
(c) Nausea.
(d) Shriveled fingers.

5. Why does Henry Beers attempt to shut down production on the Brooklyn Bridge?
(a) He says it is a waste of money.
(b) He says it is too dangerous.
(c) He says the public is no longer interested in it.
(d) He says it is an eyesore.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Washington Roebling named after?

3. Which of the following is NOT a process each wire coil must go through to be strung from the bridge?

4. Which of the following animals does Dr. Smith perform tests on in the caissons, searching for a cure 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?

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