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

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

3. Which of the following is another name for "The Bends?"
(a) Caisson disease.
(b) Roebling disease.
(c) Tunnel disease.
(d) Bridge disease.

4. Who is Washington Roebling named after?
(a) John's work colleague.
(b) George Washington.
(c) John's best childhood friend.
(d) His grandfather.

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

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 weather that slows down the spinning process on the bridge?

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

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

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

(see the answer key)

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