Types of Bridges

The simplest bridge to build is a

• Beam
• Arch
• Truss
• Suspension

This bridge uses compression to support the weight.

• Truss

• Suspension

• Cable-stayed

• Arch

This bridge shares the load by using triangle shapes

• Suspension
• Arch
• Truss
• Beam

In this bridge, the cables run directly from the roadway up to a tower, forming an "A" shape

• Truss

• Suspension

• Cable-stayed

• Beam

What is the name for the entire length of a bridge?

• span
• pier
• abutment
• cable

Which type of bridge is this? 

• suspension
• truss
• arch
• beam

Which type of bridge is this?

• suspension
• truss
• arch
• beam

Which type of bridge is this?

• suspension
• arch
• truss
• beam

What type of bridge is this? 

• Arch
• Suspension 
• Beam 

Which type of bridge is this?

• Beam
• Suspension
• Truss
• Cable-stay