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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which of the following school subjects does Tweed excel?
(a) Literature.
(b) Science.
(c) History.
(d) Math.

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

3. Ellet offers $5 to the first boy who can do what across his bridge over the Ohio River?
(a) Fly a kite.
(b) Walk his dog.
(c) Skip a stone.
(d) Ride his bicycle.

4. In what country is John Roebling born?
(a) Russia.
(b) Poland.
(c) Germany.
(d) Denmark.

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the titles given to John Roeblings by the business community after his death?
(a) Intellectual.
(b) Perfectionist.
(c) Philanthropist.
(d) Aristocrat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Brooklyn at the time the bridge was built?

2. What type of business does John Roebling start from scratch?

3. How might Kingsley describe his desire to become a well-known politician in New York?

4. How many children does John and his wife Johanna have?

5. Where does Murphy graduate law school?

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