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

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

3. Which magazine publishes Roebling's thoughts about the East River?
(a) The Cincinnati Times.
(b) The New York Tribune.
(c) The Wall Street Journal.
(d) The Washington Post.

4. What is the name of the Brooklyn neighborhood where the elite live, overlooking the ocean?
(a) The Cliffs.
(b) The Parlor.
(c) The Hamptons.
(d) The Heights.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In which city is "The Biggest Bridge in the World" constructed?

2. Which river in Pennsylvania does John famously carry the canal across?

3. What does John set out to do when he moves to America?

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes William Tweed's business style?

5. Where does Murphy graduate law school?

(see the answer key)

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