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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 old is Washington Roebling at the completion of the Brooklyn Bridge?

2. Which of the following men would be most susceptible to the Bends in Dr. Smith's study?

3. How far away is Roebling's new house in Columbia Ridge from the bridge?

4. How much of the Brooklyn Bridge's construction costs is New York City expected to pay?

5. Where does the Roebling family rent a cottage to get away from the stress of the Brooklyn Bridge?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does New York City react to Roebling's request for an additional $600,000 to strengthen the bridge's trusses?

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

3. How does Emily help Washington celebrate the bridge's completion?

4. What statements about wire and Roebling does the Herald print, even though they are not factual?

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

6. How did Haigh succeed in getting faulty wires past the inspectors for construction?

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

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

9. Why does Roebling decide to make a public appearance before the completion of the bridge, and how does he look to the public?

10. What problem do local reporters have with the temporary footbridge put into place for workers who are "spinning" up the bridge?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 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

Richard Tweed was a man with great influence in Manhattan during the time the bridge was being built. Briefly describe Tweed and his role in the community. Then, explain how Tweed affected the bridge's construction, and how he eventually fell from grace in the public eye.

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