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Bridge Types

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
The simplest bridge to build is a
a)
Beam
b)
Arch
c)
Truss
d)
Suspension
2.
This bridge uses compression to support the load
a)
Truss
b)
Suspension
c)
Cable Stay
d)
Arch
3.
This bridge shares the load by using triangle shapes
a)
Suspension
b)
Arch
c)
Truss
d)
Beam
4.
Strong anchorages are needed in this type of bridge
a)
Cable Stay
b)
Suspension
c)
Truss
d)
Arch
5.
In this bridge, the cables run directly from the roadway up to a tower, forming a unique "A" shape
a)
Truss
b)
Suspension
c)
Cable Stay
d)
Beam
6.
Which bridge is easy to build and inexpensive but has a limited span
a)
Arch
b)
Suspension
c)
Truss
d)
Beam
7.
___________ bridges are very strong and make efficient use of materials. However they require a lot of maintenance
a)
Cable Stay
b)
Truss
c)
Suspension
d)
Arch
8.
____________ bridges are very strong and can be made from a wide range of materials. However they have a limited span and they require a large amount of materials.
a)
Arch
b)
Suspension
c)
Beam
d)
Truss
9.
_________ bridges are very strong and are good for spanning long distances. However they are expensive and complex to build.
a)
Cable Stay
b)
Arch
c)
Truss
d)
Suspension
10.
_________  bridges are good for medium spans and do not require strong anchorages. However they are expensive and complex to build.
a)
Cable Stay
b)
Suspension
c)
Beam
d)
Arch