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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 Washington's wife?
(a) Alice.
(b) Faith.
(c) Hannah.
(d) Emily.

2. How long did it take Roebling to build the Allegheny Bridge?
(a) 17 years.
(b) 11 years.
(c) 5 years.
(d) 23 years.

3. Which of the following newspapers does NOT print a scandalous article about Tweed in their pages?
(a) The Eagle.
(b) The Tribune.
(c) The Times.
(d) The Herald.

4. Who is Lucia Cooper?
(a) John's wife.
(b) John's mother.
(c) John's daughter.
(d) John's sister.

5. In what city does John Roebling stay while talks of the Brooklyn Bridge reach completion?
(a) Trenton.
(b) Cincinnati.
(c) Dayton.
(d) Cleveland.

Short Answer Questions

1. During what month of the year is the first cable car sent across the East River?

2. Which of the following sea creatures is a cause of major concern for Washington during bridge construction?

3. How many children does John and his wife Johanna have?

4. Which system does Smith claim is most affected by the bends?

5. Which of the following is a nickname for Brooklyn?

(see the answer key)

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