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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives best describes William Tweed's business style?

2. Which of the following names is NOT one of the engineers who attempts to build a bridge in this chapter?

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

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. How does John Roebling divide his estate after death?

2. Why did John so quickly return to engineering after moving to America?

3. Which problems stopped the initial production of "The Rainbow Bridge" in the early-1800s?

4. Why did Washington and Emily move to Germany, and how did John feel about the move?

5. How was the fire in the caisson extinguished?

6. What is so impressive to tourists about Roeblings bridge over Niagara Falls?

7. What happened during the "Great Blowout" in the river?

8. What lessons on love did Washington learn while away from his family?

9. How did the people of Brooklyn eventually come to demand the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge?

10. How does John Roebling die?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the course of their lives, the relationships between John Roebling's many sons went through a variety of changes. At some points the three were working well together, and at other points the three weren't speaking. Choose two moments of relational change between the brothers and explain the onset of that change. Then, explain why the relationship between the brothers changed so frequently, and what hidden jealousies they continued to have with one another, even into their old age.

Essay Topic 2

While he was ill, Emily Roebling stood up and single-handedly saved production of the Brooklyn Bridge. Describe how Emily, who had no engineering experience, managed to maintain production of the bridge. Then, explain how the media felt about Emily's newfound power, and Emily's reaction the paper's speculations.

Essay Topic 3

At the time the first wire was hung on the Brooklyn Bridge, the public was in a frenzy. Explain why the public was so enamored with the bridge at this time. Then, explain how the public reacted to the news that Ferrington was going to be the first man to cross the bridge. How did the public react to this feat?

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