How the Eiffel Tower Was Built — Questions and answers

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What did Adaeze call the Eiffel Tower when she first asked about it?

Choices

  1. The tallest structure in the world.
  2. Monsieur Eiffel's big project.
  3. That metal thing. ✓
  4. A new beautiful monument.

Answer: That metal thing.

From page 4

Why were some people criticizing the Eiffel Tower?

Choices

  1. They thought it was too short.
  2. They believed it was ugly and useless. ✓
  3. They wanted it built somewhere else.
  4. They thought it was being built too slowly.

Answer: They believed it was ugly and useless.

From page 5

Who did Katya introduce Adaeze to at the construction site?

Choices

  1. Monsieur Eiffel himself.
  2. A young worker named Sama. ✓
  3. Sama's father, an engineer.
  4. A gentleman who was shouting criticism.

Answer: A young worker named Sama.

From page 6

What did Sama's father believe the Eiffel Tower would become?

Choices

  1. A temporary structure for the World's Fair.
  2. The world's largest puzzle.
  3. A symbol of Paris and French engineering. ✓
  4. An invisible piece of artwork.

Answer: A symbol of Paris and French engineering.

From page 7

What scary event happened right after Adaeze mentioned the tower's design?

Choices

  1. Monsieur Eiffel suddenly appeared.
  2. A cable snapped, making iron girders swing. ✓
  3. The World's Fair officially began.
  4. Sama showed them a secret part of the tower.

Answer: A cable snapped, making iron girders swing.

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