Galloping Gertie Quiz

What was the official name of the bridge nicknamed "Galloping Gertie"?

• Golden Gate Bridge

• Tacoma Narrows Bridge

• Brooklyn Bridge

• London Bridge

Why did people call the bridge "Galloping Gertie"?

• Because it was very tall

• Because it looked like a horse

• Because crossing it was like riding a galloping horse

• Because it was painted red

What happened to the bridge when the wind blew?

• It stayed still

• It bounced and rippled

• It fell down

• It made music

Who drove the first car across the bridge?

• The mayor of Tacoma

• The governor of Washington State

• A famous singer

• A bridge engineer

What did the engineers figure out how to change to prevent twisting?

• The color of the bridge

• The height of the bridge

• The model bridge

• The location of the bridge

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What did the great steel cables do in strong winds?

• Broke apart

• Stayed still

• Moved freely

• Made noise

What was the bridge near Tacoma compared to?

• A flying bird

• A galloping horse

• A running dog

• A swimming fish

What happened to the bridge on November 7, 1940?

• It was painted.

• It collapsed.

• It was repaired.

• It was extended.

Who stopped everyone from crossing the bridge?

• The state police.

• The bridge workers.

• The mayor.

• The delivery van driver.

Who was asked to look at what had gone wrong with the Tacoma Narrows Bridge?

• The mayor.

• The state police.

• Charles Ellis.

• The delivery van driver.