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