10 Questions
During which time period did Napoleon the Great introduce new methods of construction and maintenance of stone roads?
1716-1796
What was the purpose of early roads with hard surfaces in Mesopotamia?
Both of the above
What was the wearing course of Roman roads made of?
Massive stone blocks properly set and bedded with cement mortar
Who reduced the depth of broken stone in stone roads to 25 centimeters?
Jerome Tresaguet
Who was the president and founder of the Institute of Civil Engineers?
Thomas Telford
Which civilization is credited with the earliest roads with hard surfaces?
Mesopotamia
What was the purpose of the early roads with hard surfaces in Mesopotamia?
To facilitate trade and transportation
What was the wearing course of Roman roads made of?
Massive stone blocks set with cement mortar
Who introduced new methods of construction and maintenance of stone roads during the 17th century?
Jerome Tresaguet
Who reduced the depth of broken stone in stone roads to 25 centimeters?
Thomas Telford
Test your knowledge of the fascinating history of roads, from the early hard surfaces in Mesopotamia to the impressive Roman roads. Learn about their purposes and the significance they held in ancient civilizations.
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