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

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

3. What do the Bridge committee think Washington is missing from his father's spirit?
(a) His creative vision.
(b) His commanding speech.
(c) His strong arms.
(d) His leadership style.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Washington Roebling named after?

2. Where are the handles on the workers' temporary foot bridge?

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

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

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

(see the answer key)

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