Bridges & Forces

Which word means forces pushing together?

• compression
• tension

• shear

• torsion

Which word means forces pushing away?

• tension
• compression

• shear

• torsion

Which word means forces that cause surfaces within an object to slide past each other?

• shear
• torsion

• compression

• tension

Which word means forces that cause the twisting of an object?

• torsion
• shear

• compression

• tension

What word means weight held or carried?

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Which main branch of engineers build bridges?

• civil

• electrical

• mechanical

• chemical

Which of these things do civil engineers build? Select all that apply.

• bridges

• dams

• tunnels

• elevators

• skyscrapers/buildings

More specifically, which sub-field focuses on bridges?

• structural engineering

• robotic engineering

• software engineering

• nuclear engineering

What is the shape of a truss on a truss bridge?

• triangular
• square

• circle

• diamond

What type of bridge is this?

• truss

• cable-stayed

• beam

• arch

• suspension