Read the following article about why bridges fall then choose the correct answer for each question. Some of the biggest and most expensive transportation projects in the world have involved building bridges. Bridges are crucial links that carry cars, trucks and trains across bodies of water, mountain gorges or other roads. As a result, they are one of the most important aspects of civil engineering and are subject to intense scrutiny, especially when they collapse. Bridge collapses can be tragic events, leading to loss of life and serious property damage. That's why bridge engineers, designers and builders must always take their jobs very seriously. The best way for them to prevent these accidents is to understand why bridges collapse in the first place. Understanding bridge collapses can lead to major changes in the design, construction and safety of future building projects. The following are main reasons why bridges fall. Fire Historically, more bridges were made of wood and were much more susceptible to fire. This was particularly true of old-fashioned train bridges, where the spark created by the steel wheels and steel tracks could sometimes cause a bridge to catch fire and burn to the ground. During construction A large number of bridge accidents occur during the construction of the bridge itself. These accidents are often due to an error made by the engineers, such as a miscalculation. The bridge collapses under its own weight, and this can be deadly for the workers on it at the time. Earthquakes Earthquakes damage all structures, including bridges. Luckily, this kind of collapse is relatively infrequent, especially with modern bridges. Engineers have learned to design bridges in earthquake zones on areas that are much more resistant to movement. By defect Some bridge collapses are mysteries, and engineers only realise why after they conduct a complete investigation. In some cases, this could happen because inferior-quality material was used in the construction, or because of a defect in a key piece of the bridge. In other cases, the bridge was designed only to support a certain amount of weight and no more. Boat or train crash Both of these kinds of accidents are extremely rare, but boats and trains can cause a bridge to collapse for different reasons. With trains, it's the velocity of the impact that can bring a bridge down. With boats, it's the very large mass they have that can bring about the collapse, even if they are moving very slowly when it occurs. The best way to avoid bridge failures is to plan for them. Modern technologies that can detect structural weakness, safer working environments and better designs can all help to reduce these terrible accidents. 1. Why are bridges considered so important according to the article?

a) They are important parts of a transportation network.

c) When they collapse it’s a serious problem.

Some of the biggest and most expensive transportation projects in the world have involved building bridges. Bridges are crucial links that carry cars, trucks and trains across bodies of water, mountain gorges or other roads. As a result, they are one of the most important aspects of civil engineering and are subject to intense scrutiny, especially when they collapse. Bridge collapses can be tragic events, leading to loss of life and serious property damage. That's why bridge engineers, designers and builders must always take their jobs very seriously. The best way for them to prevent these accidents is to understand why bridges collapse in the first place. Understanding bridge collapses can lead to major changes in the design, construction and safety of future building projects. The following are main reasons why bridges fall. Fire Historically, more bridges were made of wood and were much more susceptible to fire. This was particularly true of old-fashioned train bridges, where the spark created by the steel wheels and steel tracks could sometimes cause a bridge to catch fire and burn to the ground. During construction A large number of bridge accidents occur during the construction of the bridge itself. These accidents are often due to an error made by the engineers, such as a miscalculation. The bridge collapses under its own weight, and this can be deadly for the workers on it at the time. Earthquakes Earthquakes damage all structures, including bridges. Luckily, this kind of collapse is relatively infrequent, especially with modern bridges. Engineers have learned to design bridges in earthquake zones on areas that are much more resistant to movement. By defect Some bridge collapses are mysteries, and engineers only realise why after they conduct a complete investigation. In some cases, this could happen because inferior-quality material was used in the construction, or because of a defect in a key piece of the bridge. In other cases, the bridge was designed only to support a certain amount of weight and no more. Boat or train crash Both of these kinds of accidents are extremely rare, but boats and trains can cause a bridge to collapse for different reasons. With trains, it's the velocity of the impact that can bring a bridge down. With boats, it's the very large mass they have that can bring about the collapse, even if they are moving very slowly when it occurs. The best way to avoid bridge failures is to plan for them. Modern technologies that can detect structural weakness, safer working environments and better designs can all help to reduce these terrible accidents. 2. How can the people who make bridges stop collapses?

c) By studying the reasons for a collapse

a) By studying for longer at university

b) By asking engineering experts to check their work

Some of the biggest and most expensive transportation projects in the world have involved building bridges. Bridges are crucial links that carry cars, trucks and trains across bodies of water, mountain gorges or other roads. As a result, they are one of the most important aspects of civil engineering and are subject to intense scrutiny, especially when they collapse. Bridge collapses can be tragic events, leading to loss of life and serious property damage. That's why bridge engineers, designers and builders must always take their jobs very seriously. The best way for them to prevent these accidents is to understand why bridges collapse in the first place. Understanding bridge collapses can lead to major changes in the design, construction and safety of future building projects. The following are main reasons why bridges fall. Fire Historically, more bridges were made of wood and were much more susceptible to fire. This was particularly true of old-fashioned train bridges, where the spark created by the steel wheels and steel tracks could sometimes cause a bridge to catch fire and burn to the ground. During construction A large number of bridge accidents occur during the construction of the bridge itself. These accidents are often due to an error made by the engineers, such as a miscalculation. The bridge collapses under its own weight, and this can be deadly for the workers on it at the time. Earthquakes Earthquakes damage all structures, including bridges. Luckily, this kind of collapse is relatively infrequent, especially with modern bridges. Engineers have learned to design bridges in earthquake zones on areas that are much more resistant to movement. By defect Some bridge collapses are mysteries, and engineers only realise why after they conduct a complete investigation. In some cases, this could happen because inferior-quality material was used in the construction, or because of a defect in a key piece of the bridge. In other cases, the bridge was designed only to support a certain amount of weight and no more. Boat or train crash Both of these kinds of accidents are extremely rare, but boats and trains can cause a bridge to collapse for different reasons. With trains, it's the velocity of the impact that can bring a bridge down. With boats, it's the very large mass they have that can bring about the collapse, even if they are moving very slowly when it occurs. The best way to avoid bridge failures is to plan for them. Modern technologies that can detect structural weakness, safer working environments and better designs can all help to reduce these terrible accidents. 3. Which of the following reasons is given as the cause of a bridge catching fire?

b) The contact between train tracks and train wheels

Some of the biggest and most expensive transportation projects in the world have involved building bridges. Bridges are crucial links that carry cars, trucks and trains across bodies of water, mountain gorges or other roads. As a result, they are one of the most important aspects of civil engineering and are subject to intense scrutiny, especially when they collapse. Bridge collapses can be tragic events, leading to loss of life and serious property damage. That's why bridge engineers, designers and builders must always take their jobs very seriously. The best way for them to prevent these accidents is to understand why bridges collapse in the first place. Understanding bridge collapses can lead to major changes in the design, construction and safety of future building projects. The following are main reasons why bridges fall. Fire Historically, more bridges were made of wood and were much more susceptible to fire. This was particularly true of old-fashioned train bridges, where the spark created by the steel wheels and steel tracks could sometimes cause a bridge to catch fire and burn to the ground. During construction A large number of bridge accidents occur during the construction of the bridge itself. These accidents are often due to an error made by the engineers, such as a miscalculation. The bridge collapses under its own weight, and this can be deadly for the workers on it at the time. Earthquakes Earthquakes damage all structures, including bridges. Luckily, this kind of collapse is relatively infrequent, especially with modern bridges. Engineers have learned to design bridges in earthquake zones on areas that are much more resistant to movement. By defect Some bridge collapses are mysteries, and engineers only realise why after they conduct a complete investigation. In some cases, this could happen because inferior-quality material was used in the construction, or because of a defect in a key piece of the bridge. In other cases, the bridge was designed only to support a certain amount of weight and no more. Boat or train crash Both of these kinds of accidents are extremely rare, but boats and trains can cause a bridge to collapse for different reasons. With trains, it's the velocity of the impact that can bring a bridge down. With boats, it's the very large mass they have that can bring about the collapse, even if they are moving very slowly when it occurs. The best way to avoid bridge failures is to plan for them. Modern technologies that can detect structural weakness, safer working environments and better designs can all help to reduce these terrible accidents. 4. Which is an example of an error during construction?

b) A mistake is made in the calculations.

c) There is a natural disaster.

Some of the biggest and most expensive transportation projects in the world have involved building bridges. Bridges are crucial links that carry cars, trucks and trains across bodies of water, mountain gorges or other roads. As a result, they are one of the most important aspects of civil engineering and are subject to intense scrutiny, especially when they collapse. Bridge collapses can be tragic events, leading to loss of life and serious property damage. That's why bridge engineers, designers and builders must always take their jobs very seriously. The best way for them to prevent these accidents is to understand why bridges collapse in the first place. Understanding bridge collapses can lead to major changes in the design, construction and safety of future building projects. The following are main reasons why bridges fall. Fire Historically, more bridges were made of wood and were much more susceptible to fire. This was particularly true of old-fashioned train bridges, where the spark created by the steel wheels and steel tracks could sometimes cause a bridge to catch fire and burn to the ground. During construction A large number of bridge accidents occur during the construction of the bridge itself. These accidents are often due to an error made by the engineers, such as a miscalculation. The bridge collapses under its own weight, and this can be deadly for the workers on it at the time. Earthquakes Earthquakes damage all structures, including bridges. Luckily, this kind of collapse is relatively infrequent, especially with modern bridges. Engineers have learned to design bridges in earthquake zones on areas that are much more resistant to movement. By defect Some bridge collapses are mysteries, and engineers only realise why after they conduct a complete investigation. In some cases, this could happen because inferior-quality material was used in the construction, or because of a defect in a key piece of the bridge. In other cases, the bridge was designed only to support a certain amount of weight and no more. Boat or train crash Both of these kinds of accidents are extremely rare, but boats and trains can cause a bridge to collapse for different reasons. With trains, it's the velocity of the impact that can bring a bridge down. With boats, it's the very large mass they have that can bring about the collapse, even if they are moving very slowly when it occurs. The best way to avoid bridge failures is to plan for them. Modern technologies that can detect structural weakness, safer working environments and better designs can all help to reduce these terrible accidents. 5. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a defect in bridge construction?

b) Inexperienced designers or engineers

ARCHITECTURE WRITTEN TEST

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FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

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Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
Did you __________ the job?

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FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
2. I'm afraid I'll ________ my job if I am late again this week.

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FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
3. I've _________ lots of experience in accounting.

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Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
4. You'll have to _________ carefully.

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Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
5. Are they ___________ you a good salary?

6.

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Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
6. I've __________ some of her drawings – they're great.

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Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
7. You've only just _________ in to your new flat!

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ARCHITECTURE WRITTEN TEST

16 questions

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
Did you __________ the job?

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
2. I'm afraid I'll ________ my job if I am late again this week.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
3. I've _________ lots of experience in accounting.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
4. You'll have to _________ carefully.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
5. Are they ___________ you a good salary?

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
6. I've __________ some of her drawings – they're great.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
7. You've only just _________ in to your new flat!

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
8. He was so kind _________ me find a flat.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
9. I'd really ___________ it if you could help me.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
10. I'll __________ something to him when I see him.

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Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.Did you __________ the job?

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.2. I'm afraid I'll ________ my job if I am late again this week.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.3. I've _________ lots of experience in accounting.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.4. You'll have to _________ carefully.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.5. Are they ___________ you a good salary?

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.6. I've __________ some of her drawings – they're great.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.7. You've only just _________ in to your new flat!

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.8. He was so kind _________ me find a flat.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.9. I'd really ___________ it if you could help me.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.10. I'll __________ something to him when I see him.

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Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
Did you __________ the job?

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
2. I'm afraid I'll ________ my job if I am late again this week.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
3. I've _________ lots of experience in accounting.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
4. You'll have to _________ carefully.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
5. Are they ___________ you a good salary?

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
6. I've __________ some of her drawings – they're great.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
7. You've only just _________ in to your new flat!

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
8. He was so kind _________ me find a flat.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
9. I'd really ___________ it if you could help me.

Listen to the recording and Fill in the gaps in the sentences with the following verbs in the correct form: 'appreciate' | 'get' (2x) | 'help' | 'lose' | 'move' | 'pay' | 'say' | 'see' | 'think'.
10. I'll __________ something to him when I see him.