Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Quiz

Why was the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse moved?

• To protect it from ocean erosion.

• To make it taller.

• To change its design.

• To increase tourism.

How tall is the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse?

• 193 feet

• 150 feet

• 200 feet

• 175 feet

What was the estimated cost of moving the lighthouse?

• $9.8 million

• $5 million

• $12 million

• $7.5 million

How far was the lighthouse moved?

• 2,900 feet

• 1,500 feet

• 3,500 feet

• 2,000 feet

What method was used to move the lighthouse?

• Hydraulic jacks and rollers

• Cranes and pulleys

• Trucks and trailers

• Boats and barges

How long did it actually take to move the lighthouse?

• Three weeks

• Six weeks

• Four weeks

• Two weeks

What is the new distance of the lighthouse from the ocean?

• 1,600 feet

• 1,200 feet

• 2,000 feet

• 1,800 feet

What nickname is given to the Outer Banks?

• Graveyard of the Atlantic

• Sailor's Haven

• Lighthouse Coast

• Stormy Shores

What was the main concern of those who protested the move?

• The lighthouse might not withstand the move.

• The move was too expensive.

• The new location was too far.

• The lighthouse would lose its historical value.

What did the lighthouse sit on during the move?

• Pads of rollers on rails

• Wooden planks

• Concrete blocks

• Metal beams