Bridges: Types, Forces, and Materials

Which type of bridge is known for its long spans supported by towers and cables?

• Beam Bridge

• Suspension Bridge

• Arch Bridge

• Truss Bridge

What is the main force that pulls objects towards the Earth, affecting bridges?

• Tension

• Compression

• Gravity

• Shear

Which material is commonly used in modern bridge construction for its strength?

• Wood

• Steel

• Plastic

• Glass

What type of bridge uses a curved structure to distribute weight?

• Beam Bridge

• Arch Bridge

• Suspension Bridge

• Cable-Stayed Bridge

Which force acts to stretch or lengthen the materials of a bridge?

• Tension

• Compression

• Shear

• Torsion

What is the term for the distance between two bridge supports?

• Span

• Pier

• Deck

• Abutment

Which type of bridge is supported by cables connected directly to towers?

• Beam Bridge

• Arch Bridge

• Suspension Bridge

• Cable-Stayed Bridge

What is the primary material used in the construction of ancient Roman bridges?

• Steel

• Concrete

• Stone

• Wood

Which force acts to compress or shorten the materials of a bridge?

• Tension

• Compression

• Shear

• Torsion

What is the name of the vertical supports that hold up a bridge?

• Span

• Pier

• Deck

• Abutment