Mr. Ferris and His Wheel Quiz

What was the main challenge for America at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair?

• To build the first skyscraper

• To outshine the Eiffel Tower

• To host the largest number of visitors

• To introduce new food inventions

What was George Ferris's innovative idea for the World's Fair?

• A new type of bridge

• A moving structure that would dazzle

• A taller tower than the Eiffel Tower

• A giant statue

What material did George Ferris use to ensure the Ferris Wheel was both strong and light?

• Wood

• Concrete

• Iron

• Steel

What major obstacle did the construction team face when building the Ferris Wheel's foundation?

• Protests from local residents

• Lack of funding

• Frozen ground and quicksand

• Shortage of steel

How did the Ferris Wheel operate during the fair?

• Manually turned by workers

• Powered by two steam engines

• With the help of electric motors

• Using a single steam engine

What was the public's reaction to the Ferris Wheel at the fair?

• They were indifferent

• They were scared to ride it

• They were eager and excited to ride it

• They preferred other attractions

How did the Ferris Wheel contribute to the perception of electricity?

• It showed electricity was dangerous

• It reassured people of electricity's safety

• It was powered by candles

• It had no impact on electricity's perception

What was the Ferris Wheel renamed after its inventor?

• The Ferris Wheel

• The Chicago Wheel

• The American Wheel

• The Giant Wheel

Which famous amusement park creator was influenced by the Chicago World's Fair?

• Milton Hershey

• P.T. Barnum

• Walt Disney

• George Ferris

What is the current record holder for the world's tallest Ferris Wheel?

• The High Roller in Las Vegas

• The Singapore Flyer

• The New York Wheel

• The London Eye