The following questions are from the “Microsoft Rewards Bing Homepage Quiz” for 9-29-2024. Let us know in the comments if you find the wrong answer to any question!!!
Question 1: When was the current West Cornwall Covered Bridge constructed?
- 1864
- 1901
- 1964
Correct Answer: 1864
Fact: This bridge was built using the central pier from a previous bridge, and despite being listed on the National Register of Historic Places, still carries traffic on Connecticut Route 128.
Question 2: Which US state has the most covered bridges?
- Iowa
- New Hampshire
- Pennsylvania
Correct Answer: Pennsylvania
Fact: Of about 14,000 covered bridges that were once found across the US, fewer than 900 or so remain today, a quarter of which can be found in Pennsylvania. But the West Cornwall Covered Bridge, featured on our homepage, isn’t among the Keystone State’s collection. You’ll find this bridge on the Housatonic River in a leafy part of rural Connecticut.
Question 3: Why put a roof on a bridge?
- To create a toll station
- To prevent animals from crossing
- To protect the wooden structure from the weather
Correct Answer: To protect the wooden structure from the weather
Fact: It comes down to longevity—the roof helps protect the timber supports from rot. An uncovered wooden bridge may only have a lifespan of about 20 years while a covered bridge could stand for more than 100. A few covered bridges in the US are closing in on their 200th birthdays.