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

2. Which of the following is NOT an engineering feat Roebling cites as an example of greatness in comparison to his bridge?

3. What are "The Eagle" and "The Union?"

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

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the titles given to John Roeblings by the business community after his death?

Short Essay Questions

1. What two conclusions do "The Genuine Language of America" make about the Bridge Party?

2. What is "the bends" and what is its effect on Roebling's workers?

3. How are the streets of Manhattan described in the 1850s?

4. Why were both Manhattan and Brooklyn interested in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge?

5. How does John Roebling find himself in the operating room in the first days of the Brooklyn Bridge's construction?

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

7. How did Roebling combat injuries and sickness amongst his men working in the caisson?

8. How did John Roebling find himself moving to America?

9. How does John Roebling die?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Roebling did not always have such a strong relationship with his son Washington as he did when the two were working together. Explain what Roebling's relationship with Washington was like when Washington was a boy, and what events led to the change in relationship between father and son. Then, explain how the two worked together as they were constructing "The Great Bridge."

Essay Topic 2

When the Brooklyn Bridge was finally complete, there was massive celebration around Long Island. Briefly explain the different ways bystanders celebrated the completion, and then compare / contrast the celebrations that occurred in both New York City and Brooklyn. Finally, explain how the Roebling family celebrated their great accomplishment.

Essay Topic 3

Both Emily and Washington Roebling's lives changed drastically at the completion of the bridge. Briefly describe the life both Emily and Washington led in the years after the bridge's completion until their deaths. Then, argue whether or not you believe these accomplishments would have been possible without the success of the bridge behind them.

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