Eiffel Tower/Eiffel Tower Facts

The video provides an overview of the Eiffel Tower, highlighting its history, construction, and cultural significance. Built for the 1889 World's Fair to commemorate the French Revolution's centennial, the tower was designed by Gustav Eiffel. It stands 1063 feet tall and is painted every seven years to prevent rust. The Eiffel Tower has a rich history, including hosting notable figures like Thomas Edison. It features unique aspects such as a military bunker and a post office with a special postmark. The tower can sway in the wind and expand in the sun, showcasing its engineering marvel.

What was the primary purpose of building the Eiffel Tower?

• To serve as a radio tower

• To commemorate the Centennial of the French Revolution

• To act as a lighthouse

• To be a royal palace

How often is the Eiffel Tower repainted to prevent rust?

• Every 5 years

• Every 10 years

• Every 7 years

• Every 3 years

What is the official color of the Eiffel Tower?

• French Blue

• Iron Black

• Eiffel Tower Brown

• Parisian Gray

What unique feature does the Eiffel Tower have related to its post office?

• It is the highest post office in the world

• It only operates during the summer

• It offers free postage for visitors

• It sends postcards with a unique postmark

What additional structure did Gustav Eiffel contribute to?

• The Louvre Museum

• The Arc de Triomphe

• The Statue of Liberty

• The Notre-Dame Cathedral