Tacoma Narrows Bridge History Quiz

What is the longest suspension bridge in the world?

• Golden Gate

• Akashi Kaikyo

• Tacoma Narrows

• Brooklyn

What is the main vulnerability of a suspension bridge?

• Anchorages

• Deck

• Towers

• Cables

What part of the bridge is composed of the deck, two towers, and the main suspension cables?

• Anchorage

• Substructure

• Pier

• Superstructure

What is the purpose of the anchorages in a suspension bridge?

• To distribute the tension load

• To hold the main cables

• To support the towers

• To connect the deck

What part of the bridge transfers the load from the cables to the tower?

• Suspender Cables

• Cable Saddle

• Strand Shoe

• Eye-bar

What are the main cables of a suspension bridge made of?

• Concrete

• Steel

• Wood

• Aluminum

What makes long span suspension bridges susceptible to wind forces?

• Weight

• Rigidity

• Length

• Flexibility

What is the world's most famous example of aerodynamic instability in a suspension bridge?

• Golden Gate

• Tacoma Narrows

• Brooklyn

• Akashi Kaikyo