CEA Quiz 1 - History

Which ancient civilization is first known for its advanced civil engineering techniques?

• Ancient Greeks

• Mayans

• Incas

• Ancient Egyptians

What is was the primary purpose of Roman aqueducts?

• To generate electricity.

• To provide irrigation for crops.

• To serve as a transportation system for goods.

• To transport water

Which ancient road system connected Rome to Britain, to Asia Minor,

to Gaul as well as the Southern shores of the Mediterranean?

• Roman Road System

• Inca Road System

• Great Wall of China

• Silk Road

What material was commonly used to construct arches for ancient bridges?

• stone

• iron

• bamboo

• wood

What is vernal architecture?

• Architectural style inspired by autumn or change.

• Architectural style inspired by summer or heat.

• Architectural style inspired by winter or decay.

• Architectural style inspired by native materials and climate.

Which ancient civilization built the Great Wall of China?

• Han Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

Built in 1300BCE-1190BCE, this bridge is the oldest known bridge in the world?

• Arkadiko Bridge

• Golden Gate Bridge

• Brooklyn Bridge

• Tower Bridge

Which ancient civilization built the city of Machu Picchu?

• Maya

• Aztec

• Egyptian

• Inca

What is the purpose of an arch in bridge or dome construction?

• To distribute weight, provide stability, and increase load-bearing capacity.

• To decrease the load-bearing capacity of the bridge.

• To make the bridge more aesthetically pleasing.

• To increase the cost of construction.

Which ancient civilization is known for its use of arches in architecture?

• Mayan

• Roman

• Egyptian

• Greek