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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long are the shifts Roebling's men endure on a daily basis?
(a) 8 hours.
(b) 12 hours.
(c) 15 hours.
(d) 24 hours.

2. What does Murphy claim the engineers of the Brooklyn Bridge have a license to do?
(a) Kill.
(b) Create.
(c) Steal.
(d) Explore.

3. Which of the following famous people is NOT mentioned as having left the West for fame and fortune in the East?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) Mark Twain.
(c) Thomas Edison.
(d) Andrew Carnegie.

4. Over what river is the first suspension bridge ever built?
(a) Thomas' Creek.
(b) John's Creek.
(c) Jacob's Creek.
(d) Michael's Creek.

5. What position does Washington Roebling take on his father's construction team?
(a) Construction Manager.
(b) Assistant Engineer.
(c) Grunt.
(d) Secretary.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following names is NOT one of the engineers who attempts to build a bridge in this chapter?

2. What is the one day of the week Roebling does not ask his men to come in for work?

3. In which of the following school subjects does Tweed excel?

4. While on strike, how much do the workers demand for a four-hour shift, to return to work?

5. Which political party does Tweed align himself with in the novel?

(see the answer key)

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