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

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

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

4. What is the name of Washington's wife?
(a) Hannah.
(b) Faith.
(c) Emily.
(d) Alice.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. Who is Washington Roebling named after?

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

(see the answer key)

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