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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 9.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. In what city does John Roebling stay while talks of the Brooklyn Bridge reach completion?
(a) Cleveland.
(b) Trenton.
(c) Dayton.
(d) Cincinnati.
2. What are "The Eagle" and "The Union?"
(a) Suggestions for bridge names.
(b) Ferry boats.
(c) Secret code names.
(d) Newspapers.
3. How does "The Genuine Language of America" feel about on the job casualties?
(a) That they are too frequent.
(b) That they are inevitable.
(c) That they do not exist.
(d) That they are avoidable.
4. What crushes John's feet, leading to his toes being amputated?
(a) A train.
(b) A ferry.
(c) A bicycle.
(d) An automobile.
5. What do the Bridge committee think Washington is missing from his father's spirit?
(a) His commanding speech.
(b) His creative vision.
(c) His leadership style.
(d) His strong arms.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is the name of the party John joins after Johanna's death?
2. Which of the following is NOT an adjective Brooklyners use to describe the ferry boats they traditionally use to cross to Manhattan?
3. What is the name of the affliction Roebling's workers suffer from after traveling deep into the water?
4. Ellet offers $5 to the first boy who can do what across his bridge over the Ohio River?
5. How is Colonel Washington related to John A. Roebling?
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