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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How might Kingsley describe his desire to become a well-known politician in New York?
(a) As an all emcompassing desire.
(b) As a pipe dream.
(c) As a wistful imagination.
(d) As a completely nonexistant desire.

3. How does Roebling respond to the scandal surrounding Kingsley?
(a) He promotes him.
(b) He lowers his salary.
(c) He ignores the rumors.
(d) He fires him.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a literary reference made in regards to working down the caisson?

2. In what hemisphere of Long Island is Brooklyn located?

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

4. What do the Bridge committee think Washington is missing from his father's spirit?

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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