The Empire State Building

What was the economic context in the early 1920s?

• an economic boom

• an economic crash

• an economic stagnation

• it is not stated in the document

What was the economic situation in the late 1920s?

• an economic boom

• an economic crash

• an economic stagnation

• it is not stated in the document

Which statement best describes New York's situation in the early 1920s?

• There was too much unemployment

• There was too much land

• There were too many people and not enough land

• There was an urgent need for offices

Where was the Empire State Bdg constructed?

• In the heart of Staten Island

• In the heart of Brooklyn

• In the heart of Harlem

• In the heart of Manhattan

How many workers worked on its construction?

• 400

• 4000

• 40000

• 1400

How long did it take to build this skyscraper?

• 18 months

• 8 months

• 14 months

• 40 months

When was it inaugurated?

• May 1931

• January 1930

• October 1932

• May 1933

Which statement best describes the construction of the ESB?

• It was built like a giant kit

• It was built like a giant jigsaw puzzle

• It was built like a giant lego structure

• It is not stated in the document

How many pieces of steel were used for the skeleton?

• 5000

• 1500

• 50000

• 15000

Where were the steel sections prefabricated?

• in New York

• in Boston

• in Pittsburgh

• in Denver