Language Power: "Building Bridges" Chapter 4

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What was Oxford's job?

Back

Cutting gumdrops.

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How did Oxford solve the 'gumball' problem?

Back

He cut the gumballs into 4 pieces.

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How did they test the strength of the bridges?

Back

They attached a bucket and filled it with sand.

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What made Tara jump when she began testing her team's bridge?

Back

A 'squeak' from the bucket.

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Why did Tara's picture of a bridge make Oxford happy?

Back

It was an elevated bridge, so the canoes can go underneath it.

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What is the purpose of a bridge?

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To connect two points over an obstacle.

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What materials can be used to build a model bridge?

Back

Toothpicks, gumdrops, and string.

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What is a load in the context of bridges?

Back

The weight or force that a bridge must support.

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What is the significance of testing a bridge's strength?

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To ensure it can safely hold the intended load.

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What is a gumball problem in bridge building?

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A challenge related to using gumballs as a building material.