Bridges Quiz

What type of bridge is designed to handle tension and not bending?

• Arch bridge

• Suspension bridge

• Beam bridge

• Cantilever bridge

Which force primarily affects the top part of an arch in an arch bridge?

• Tension

• Compression

• Shear

• Torsion

What is a key material used in the construction of modern suspension bridges?

• Wood

• Brick

• Steel

• Plastic

Which type of bridge is most suitable for short spans and is often made from concrete? (a)  

• Arch bridge
• Suspension bridge
• Beam bridge
• Cantilever bridge

Match the following bridge forces with their primary effects on the deck of a beam bridge.

• Primary force acting on the top of the bridge

• Tension

• Primary force acting on the bottom of the bridge

• Compression

• Primary force acting throughout the bridge structure

• Bending

• Primary force acting sideways on the bridge

• Shear

A bridge design that involves a structure extending horizontally into space, supported on only one end, is called a (a)   .

• Arch bridge
• Suspension bridge
• Beam bridge
• Cantilever bridge

What property of bridge materials helps them to withstand the weight of traffic without breaking?

• Malleability

• Ductility

• Tensile strength

• Elasticity

In bridge construction, what is the purpose of adding triangular trusses to the structure?

• To increase the aesthetic appeal

• To reduce the weight of the bridge

• To distribute the forces more evenly

• To increase the height of the bridge

Match the following bridge types with their corresponding maximum span capabilities.

• Generally spans up to 250 meters

• Cantilever bridge

• Can span distances of over 2,000 meters

• Arch bridge

• Can extend up to 550 meters

• Suspension bridge

• Typically spans up to 800 meters

• Beam bridge

What is a common use of reinforced concrete in bridge construction?

• To add color to the bridge

• To increase the bridge's flexibility

• To enhance the tensile strength of the bridge

• To decrease construction time