The Tay Bridge Disaster Quiz

Who is the author of the poem?

What was the name of the bridge that collapsed in 1879?

• The Tay Bridge

• The Brooklyn Bridge

• The London Bridge

• The Golden Gate Bridge

Which railway company operated the bridge?

• Amtrak

• North British Railway

• South British Railway

• Burlington Northern

On what day of the week did the Tay Bridge disaster occur?

• Monday

• Sunday

• Friday

• Wednesday

The accident happened at about ​ (a)   o'clock ​ (b)   .

• 7
• at night
• in the morning
• 8
• 9
• 6
• in the middle of the night

What was the weather like on the night of the disaster?

• Snowy

• Clear skies

• Windy and rainy

• Foggy

From which city did the ill-fated train depart?

• Inverness

• Aberdeen

• Edinburgh

• Glasgow

What did the passengers hope for when crossing the Bridge of Tay?

• Meeting friends

• A quick journey

• Safe passage

• Sightseeing

What holiday were the passengers looking forward to celebrating with friends?

• Thanksgiving

• Easter

• Christmas

• the New Year

Who designed the bridge?