Skyscraper Construction Quiz

What materials were used to construct towers before the late 1800s?

• Steel

• Stone

• Wood

• Glass

What innovation was installed in 1857 that helped the construction of skyscrapers?

• Air conditioning

• Passenger elevator

• Reinforced concrete

• Wind tunnels

What is reinforced concrete made of?

• powder, sand or gravel

• Wood and nails

• Stone and clay

• Plastic and metal

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What is the purpose of wind tunnels in skyscraper construction?

• To cool the building

• To test the building against wind

• To provide ventilation

• To reduce noise

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What is bedrock?

• A type of concrete

• Solid rock beneath the soil

• A type of steel

• A type of wood

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Which building is currently the world's tallest skyscraper according to the text?

• Burj Khalifa

• Taipei 101

• Empire State Building

• Willis Tower

What do cranes lift during the construction of a skyscraper?

• Windows

• Steel girders

• Furniture

• Paint

What do the outside walls of some skyscrapers do besides sealing the building?

• Provide insulation

• Support the building

• Offer decoration

• Reduce weight

What must architects plan for when designing skyscrapers?

• Earthquakes

• Heavy winds and storms

• Solar flares

• Floods

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What happens as the building grows during construction?

• The foundation is laid

• Cranes move to the upper floors

• The building is painted

• The windows are installed