- 1. The Sydney Harbour Bridge is an iconic steel through arch bridge across Sydney Harbour that connects the Sydney central business district (CBD) with the North Shore. The bridge was opened in 1932 and is one of the most recognizable symbols of Australia. It stands at 134 meters (440 feet) tall and has a span of 503 meters (1,650 feet), making it one of the widest long-span bridges in the world. The bridge carries rail, vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, providing breathtaking views of the Sydney Opera House, the harbor, and the city skyline. Known affectionately as the 'Coathanger', the Sydney Harbour Bridge is not just an engineering marvel but a cherished landmark that holds significant cultural and historical importance for the people of Sydney and visitors alike.
When was the Sydney Harbour Bridge officially opened?
A) 1901
B) 1932
C) 1980
D) 1955
- 2. What is the nickname of the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) Iron Giant
B) Big Steel
C) Coathanger
D) Hanging Marvel
- 3. Which Australian state is the Sydney Harbour Bridge located in?
A) Queensland
B) Victoria
C) Western Australia
D) New South Wales
- 4. How many lanes does the Sydney Harbour Bridge have for road traffic?
A) 4 lanes
B) 8 lanes
C) 6 lanes
D) 10 lanes
- 5. How tall is the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) 100 meters
B) 134 meters
C) 150 meters
D) 200 meters
- 6. Who was the chief engineer during the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) Franklin Barrett
B) John Bradfield
C) Thomas Rhodes
D) Samuel Jenkins
- 7. What material was primarily used in the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) Wood
B) Concrete
C) Aluminum
D) Steel
- 8. How many people died during the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) 30
B) 16
C) 23
D) 8
- 9. What event occurs on the Sydney Harbour Bridge on New Year's Eve each year?
A) Fireworks display
B) Parade
C) Musical performance
D) Bridge lighting ceremony
- 10. Which famous opera house can be seen from the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) Sydney Opera House
B) Vienna State Opera
C) La Scala
D) Paris Opera House
- 11. What is the name of the annual event where people can walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) BridgeClimb
B) BridgeWorx
C) Harbour Trek
D) BridgeWalk
- 12. What color is the Sydney Harbour Bridge known for?
A) Red
B) Grey
C) Yellow
D) Blue
- 13. What year did construction begin on the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) 1940
B) 1923
C) 1935
D) 1910
- 14. Which transportation mode runs on the lower deck of the Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) Cars
B) Trains
C) Bicycles
D) Buses
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