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How to build a footbridge - Quiz
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  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a footbridge?
A) To support railway lines
B) To provide a decorative landscape feature
C) To provide pedestrian access across an obstacle
D) To carry vehicular traffic
  • 2. Which of the following is the MOST important initial consideration when planning a footbridge?
A) Site conditions and load requirements
B) Aesthetic appeal
C) Construction speed
D) Cost of materials
  • 3. What type of foundation is commonly used for footbridges in stable soil?
A) Shallow foundations
B) Pile foundations
C) Deep foundations
D) Floating foundations
  • 4. What is a common material used for footbridge decking?
A) Kryptonite
B) Uranium
C) Anti-matter
D) Timber
  • 5. Which of these is NOT a typical load that a footbridge must withstand?
A) Dead load of the structure
B) Live load of pedestrians
C) Seismic loads from earthquakes (always)
D) Wind loads
  • 6. What is the function of handrails on a footbridge?
A) To improve the bridge's aesthetics only
B) To provide safety and support for pedestrians
C) To increase wind resistance
D) To act as structural support
  • 7. What is 'camber' in bridge construction?
A) The process of welding steel
B) The angle of the handrails
C) A slight upward curve built into the bridge
D) A type of wood preservative
  • 8. Which safety equipment is essential during footbridge construction?
A) Radios and microphones
B) Hard hats and safety harnesses
C) Binoculars and telescopes
D) GPS and maps
  • 9. What is the purpose of drainage systems on a footbridge?
A) To prevent water accumulation and damage
B) To cool the bridge structure
C) To provide drinking water for pedestrians
D) To irrigate nearby vegetation
  • 10. What is a common method for connecting steel bridge components?
A) Gluing
B) Sewing
C) Welding
D) Taping
  • 11. What is the term for the supporting structures at the ends of a bridge?
A) Piers
B) Abutments
C) Spans
D) Decks
  • 12. What is the primary purpose of bridge inspections?
A) To admire the bridge's design
B) To count the number of pedestrians using the bridge
C) To identify potential structural problems
D) To clean the bridge
  • 13. What is a benefit of using prefabricated bridge components?
A) Reduced quality control
B) Greater design limitations
C) Faster construction time
D) Increased on-site labor costs
  • 14. What type of soil is least suitable for footbridge foundations?
A) Bedrock
B) Dense gravel
C) Highly expansive clay
D) Compacted sand
  • 15. What is a 'span' in bridge terminology?
A) The distance between two supports
B) The material used for the bridge
C) The height of the bridge
D) The width of the bridge deck
  • 16. Which of these factors is crucial for ensuring the longevity of a wooden footbridge?
A) Ignoring minor cracks
B) Proper wood preservation
C) Frequent painting with oil-based paints
D) Using untreated wood
  • 17. What is the purpose of a load test on a newly constructed footbridge?
A) To measure the bridge's color
B) To check the bridge's levelness (always level)
C) To determine the bridge's age
D) To verify the bridge's structural capacity
  • 18. What is a common environmental concern when building a footbridge near a waterway?
A) Erosion and sedimentation
B) Creating new bird habitats
C) Reducing air pollution
D) Increasing fish populations
  • 19. What is a cantilever bridge?
A) A bridge supported by projecting beams
B) A bridge with no supports
C) A bridge that collapses easily
D) A bridge made of only one material
  • 20. Which of the following is a critical element for accessibility in footbridge design?
A) Ramps or gradual slopes
B) Steep stairs
C) Uneven surfaces
D) Narrow walkways
  • 21. What is the purpose of diagonal bracing in a truss footbridge?
A) To increase the bridge's weight
B) To provide stability and resist shear forces
C) To improve the bridge's appearance only
D) To conduct electricity
  • 22. What is the difference between a pier and an abutment?
A) Piers are made of wood, abutments are made of steel
B) There is no difference
C) Piers are intermediate supports, abutments are end supports
D) Piers are end supports, abutments are intermediate supports
  • 23. What is a common method of protecting steel footbridges from corrosion?
A) Applying protective coatings
B) Ignoring the possibility of corrosion
C) Burying the steel underground
D) Exposing the steel to the elements
  • 24. What is the 'freeboard' of a footbridge crossing a waterway?
A) The vertical distance between the deck and the high-water level
B) The cost of the bridge
C) The width of the bridge deck
D) The length of the bridge span
  • 25. What is a key consideration when designing a footbridge in a high-wind area?
A) Aerodynamic stability
B) Maximum weight capacity
C) Bright colors to attract attention
D) Using lightweight materials only
  • 26. What is the term for the gradual settling of a bridge over time?
A) Uplift
B) Deformation
C) Settlement
D) Erosion
  • 27. Which of the following is an example of a sustainable material choice for a footbridge?
A) Untreated wood from old-growth forests
B) Concrete made with excessive cement
C) Recycled plastic lumber
D) Steel produced using outdated methods
  • 28. What type of survey is typically performed before designing a footbridge?
A) Fashion survey
B) Culinary survey
C) Topographic survey
D) Marketing survey
  • 29. In the context of footbridge construction, what does 'scour' refer to?
A) The act of cleaning the bridge
B) The process of welding steel
C) Erosion of soil around bridge supports
D) The process of painting the bridge
  • 30. What role do engineers play in a footbridge project?
A) Primarily providing aesthetic advice
B) Only operating construction equipment
C) Design, analysis, and oversight of construction
D) Only managing the budget
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