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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the affliction Roebling's workers suffer from after traveling deep into the water?
(a) Asphyxiation.
(b) The bends.
(c) Panic attacks.
(d) Black lung.

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

3. In what country is John Roebling born?
(a) Germany.
(b) Denmark.
(c) Russia.
(d) Poland.

4. While on strike, how much do the workers demand for a four-hour shift, to return to work?
(a) $5.00.
(b) $7.00.
(c) $9.00.
(d) $3.00.

5. Which of the following diseases eventually kills John Roebling?
(a) Gangrine.
(b) Influenza.
(c) Polio.
(d) Tetenus.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does John react to the news that his wife, Johanna, has passed away?

2. Which of the following is NOT a term used to describe John Roebling by his fellow townsfolk?

3. How long does Roebling spend in Trenton at the advice of his doctors?

4. What government position is Tweed running for when he falls from grace in the papers?

5. How many men are responsible for the fire that nearly destroys the caisson?

(see the answer key)

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