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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does John set out to do when he moves to America?
(a) Be an astronomer.
(b) Be an engineer.
(c) Be a teacher.
(d) Be a farmer.

2. Which of the following names is NOT one of the engineers who attempts to build a bridge in this chapter?
(a) James Phancton.
(b) Edward Serrell.
(c) Samuel Keefer.
(d) Thomas Telford

3. Who does "The Genuine Language of America" dub the "heroes of the Age of Progress?"
(a) Physicists.
(b) Chemists.
(c) Engineers.
(d) Construction workers.

4. How many children does John and his wife Johanna have?
(a) Eleven.
(b) Nine.
(c) Thirteen.
(d) Seven.

5. Which of the following is NOT a project John works on before starting to build bridges?
(a) Locks.
(b) Electric fences.
(c) Dams.
(d) Railroad tracks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT an adjective Brooklyners use to describe the ferry boats they traditionally use to cross to Manhattan?

2. How much does the project to build the Brooklyn Bridge cost?

3. How does "The Genuine Language of America" feel about on the job casualties?

4. How many feet of additional width are added to the bridge in order to ensure two-way traffic?

5. Which of the following is NOT an engineering feat Roebling cites as an example of greatness in comparison to his bridge?

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