Question

Match the following characteristics with the correct bridges.

Answer 1

• Can carry bus: A bus is a heavy vehicle, and a cement bridge can bear such a heavy load.
• Made of bamboo: Bamboo bridges are made up of bamboo sticks.
• Made of cement: Cement bridges are made using cement.
• Comparatively strong: Cement bridges are made up of iron rods, cement, and bricks. Hence, they are stronger compared to bamboo bridges.
• Comparatively weak: Cement bridge is comparatively stronger than bamboo bridge. Hence, bamboo bridges are weaker.
• Can carry less people: Bamboo bridges can carry only a few people at a time.