Restoring the Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty, a symbol of welcome in New York Harbor, was designed by Frederick Auguste Bartoldi and engineered by Maurice Kotchland. Originally constructed with a copper exterior and iron framework, it underwent significant restoration in 1984 due to corrosion. The restoration involved replacing iron with steel and cleaning the copper. The statue reopened in 1986 for its centennial, with engineers confident in its structural integrity for another century.

Who was responsible for engineering the internal structure of the Statue of Liberty?

• Auguste Rodin

• Gustave Eiffel

• Maurice Kotchland

• Frederick Auguste Bartoldi

What was the primary reason for the Statue of Liberty's closure in 1984?

• To add new features

• To replace the copper skin

• To address galvanic corrosion

• To change its location

What material replaced the internal ironwork during the restoration?

• Titanium

• Bronze

• Steel

• Aluminum

What method was used to remove the layers of paint from the Statue of Liberty?

• Liquid nitrogen

• Chemical solvents

• Sandblasting

• High-pressure water

When was the Statue of Liberty reopened after the restoration?

• 1984

• 1985

• 1986

• 1987