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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 much deeper are the caissons on the Manhattan side of the bridge than on the Brooklyn side?

2. Why does Henry Beers attempt to shut down production on the Brooklyn Bridge?

3. In a glowing report in "The Eagle" about bridge construction, who is the only member of the project management left out of the article?

4. As the bridge nears completion, how do young trustees feel about Roebling?

5. Which of the following characters does NOT give a speech at the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is life like for Washington Roebling during the three years he is forced to live in Trenton?

2. What lifestyle does Dr. Smith notice of the men living in the tenements near the construction site?

3. What happens when Low takes Roebling to court for management power?

4. How does Ferrington react to being chosen as the first man to cross the Brooklyn Bridge?

5. How do the crowds react to the first wires being suspended from the Brooklyn Bridge?

6. What happens during the "rope fall" of 1878?

7. What argument do Roebling and Hewitt find themselves in over the wire contract?

8. How does Washington resign from office, and what is his life like after his resignation?

9. How did the newspapers react to Emily's involvement in the Bridge project?

10. How did Roebling celebrate his accomplishments after all his guests left his home?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Roebling's relationship with Johanne was one that went through many phases during their time together. Create a time line of events that were important in Roebling's relationship with his wife. Then, explain how Johanne's death altered the way Roebling viewed the world, and his career.

Essay Topic 2

The news media played a large role in shaping the way the public viewed the bridge. Create a time line of headlines that were prominently featured in the text. Then, explain how two of these major headlines affected the way the public viewed the Brooklyn Bridge.

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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