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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. How is Colonel Washington related to John A. Roebling?
(a) Washington is his uncle.
(b) Washington is his father.
(c) Washington is his brother.
(d) Washington is his son.

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

3. How does Washington Roebling feel about having to speak for his father at meetings?
(a) He feels completely terrified.
(b) He feels utterly confused.
(c) He feels completely at ease.
(d) He feels somewhat nervous, but overcomes it.

4. Which of the following is NOT a name Roebling's project carries at some point during its process?
(a) The Spectacular Project.
(b) The Empire Project.
(c) The New York Project.
(d) The Roebling Project.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What position does Washington Roebling take on his father's construction team?

2. Who does "The Genuine Language of America" dub the "heroes of the Age of Progress?"

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

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

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

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