Suspension Bridges Quiz

Where are suspension bridges best used?

• Over rivers

• In deserts

• On mountain tops

• In forests

Why are suspension bridges suitable for earthquake zones?

• They are flexible and can absorb movement

• They are made of wood

• They are very short

• They have no cables

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What is attached high above the roadway in a suspension bridge?

• Draping cables

• Wooden planks

• Concrete blocks

• Steel rods only

What do the vertical cables in a suspension bridge do?

• Support the roadway

• Hold up the towers

• Make the bridge look pretty

• Block the wind

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Why might someone choose a cable-stayed bridge over a suspension bridge?

• It costs less

• It is made of wood

• It is easier to paint

• It floats on water

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What is the main purpose of the straight cables in a cable-stayed bridge?

• To connect to towers and balance forces

• To decorate the bridge

• To hang lights

• To support plants

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How do cable-stayed bridges help preserve the environment?

• By requiring fewer supports in the water

• By using only recycled materials

• By being painted green

• By having solar panels

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Which statement is true about cable-stayed bridges?

• They use straight cables connected to towers

• They are always made of wood

• They do not use any cables

• They are only used for short distances

Which of the following is NOT a feature of a cable-stayed bridge?

• Curved arches

• Straight cables

• Towers

• Balancing forces

Where can the arch be located in an arch bridge?

• Only above the roadway

• Only beneath the roadway

• Either above or beneath the roadway

• Only at the sides of the roadway