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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Thomas Pope call the bridge that would one day join Manhattan to Brooklyn?
(a) The Bridge Spectacular.
(b) The Bridge of Dreams.
(c) The Great Bridge.
(d) The Rainbow Bridge.

2. What type of business does John Roebling start from scratch?
(a) A glass business.
(b) A wood business.
(c) A wire business.
(d) A steel business.

3. How many men are killed during the river's "Great Blowout?"
(a) None.
(b) 100.
(c) 50.
(d) 200.

4. What are "The Eagle" and "The Union?"
(a) Ferry boats.
(b) Secret code names.
(c) Suggestions for bridge names.
(d) Newspapers.

5. What is the name of Washington's wife?
(a) Hannah.
(b) Emily.
(c) Faith.
(d) Alice.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which magazine publishes Roebling's thoughts about the East River?

2. Which of the following is NOT something increased in bridges by the use of stays?

3. According to the Age of Progression, what does human suffering lead to?

4. What is the name of the park that commemorates the inception of the Brooklyn Bridge plan?

5. Over what river is the first suspension bridge ever built?

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