Bridge disasters spotlight outdated infrastructure heading into 2024 election

Bridge disasters spotlight outdated infrastructure heading into 2024 election

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The video discusses the collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh and another bridge in Baltimore, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure. President Biden pledged federal support for bridge projects, emphasizing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Despite significant funding, many bridges remain in poor condition. The video also covers political reactions, with former President Trump criticizing the spending. A new bridge in Pittsburgh exemplifies rapid replacement when resources and political will align.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event triggered the investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)?

A bridge collapse in Miami

A bridge collapse in Pittsburgh

A bridge collapse in New York

A bridge collapse in Los Angeles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant action did President Biden take in response to the bridge collapses?

He initiated a space exploration program

He proposed a new tax law

He pledged federal support for bridge projects

He announced a new healthcare plan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law championed by President Biden?

Education funding

Road and bridge projects

Healthcare reform

Military expansion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What criticism did former President Trump have regarding the current infrastructure law?

It was too expensive during high inflation

It was not environmentally friendly

It did not include enough military spending

It was too focused on education

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What example is given to demonstrate the effectiveness of infrastructure investment?

The renovation of a historic building

The quick replacement of the Fern Hollow Bridge

The construction of a new airport

The development of a new city park