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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. Which of the following is NOT a job Kingsley works before becoming a fundraiser for the Brooklyn Bridge?
(a) Sewer drainer.
(b) Bridge builder.
(c) Street paver.
(d) Park cleaner.

2. How does Murphy feel about his old school-mate Tweed?
(a) He loathes him.
(b) He is apathetic to him.
(c) He respects him.
(d) He does not remember him.

3. Which of the following is NOT a term used to describe John Roebling by his fellow townsfolk?
(a) An inventor.
(b) A hero.
(c) A free-thinker.
(d) An artist.

4. How does John react to the news that his wife, Johanna, has passed away?
(a) He was relieved.
(b) He was apathetic.
(c) He was devastated.
(d) He was embarrassed.

5. In which city is "The Biggest Bridge in the World" constructed?
(a) Sandusky.
(b) Cleveland.
(c) Dayton.
(d) Cincinnati.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the Brooklyn neighborhood where the elite live, overlooking the ocean?

2. What is the name of Washington's wife?

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

4. Which of the following is a nickname for Brooklyn?

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

(see the answer key)

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