Triborough Bridge

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the location?New York City, New York, USA, connecting Manhattan, Queens, and Randall's Island
2. What is the year opened?Main span opened in 1936, fully completed in 1937
3. Why was the Triborough Bridge built?It was built to relieve traffic congestion and help the city grow by linking the boroughs more efficiently. The bridge made it easier for people and goods to move around New York City.
4. How does the lift bridge part of the Triborough Bridge work?The lift bridge has a special section that can be raised with counterweights and motors. This lets boats pass underneath while cars drive over the bridge.

Urban Planning: The process of designing and managing the development of cities and towns.
Infrastructure: The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society.
Maritime Traffic: The movement of ships and boats on seas, rivers, and canals.