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Many of us cross bridges every day without paying much attention to them. From a simple log lying flat across a stream to a concrete road-bridge supporting high volumes of city traffic, these structures come in many shapes and sizes. But some bridges are far more than convenient crossing points; they are truly awe-inspiring pieces of architecture. San Francisco’s magnificent Golden Gate Bridge is an excellent example. The designer, Joseph Strauss, was something of a dreamer, and a poet as well as an engineer. In fact, before this suspension bridge was completed in 1937，many believed that construction would be impossible. But Strauss’s imagination won out, and now the roadway, elegantly suspended from a tower at each end of the 2,000-meter strait, is an internationally recognized symbol of America. Another groundbreaking bridge concept can be seen in England. The Gateshead Millennium Bridge, which opened in 2001, is a sight to behold! The pedestrian bridge is able to tilt 40 degrees upwards to allow boats to pass beneath it. It then tilts back to ground level so that cyclists and walkers may continue to traverse the waterway. The tilting bridge is the only one of its kind in the world, and rightfully won its architects a number of prestigious awards.
And the Millau Viaduct, the world’s tallest bridge, might be the most breathtaking of all. The road deck of this bridge is the highest on earth, so if you drive across France’s Tam Valley, you’ll find yourself 270 meters above the ground. However, not every noteworthy bridge is a product of modernity. In Japan’s Yamaguchi Prefecture, the Kintai Bridge stands out as a prized part of history. First constructed in 1673 over the scenic Nishiki River, the five wooden arches lead to the foot of Mount Yokoyama, atop which sits Iwakuni Castle. In 1922, the Kintai Bridge was named a National Treasure. So next time you cross a bridge, take a moment to appreciate it. There9s often more to these feats of engineering than meets the eye.
【題組】46. Why does the author state that Joseph Strauss was a poet and a dreamer?
(A) As an engineer, Strauss was a failure.
(B) Strauss’s design was very imaginative.
(C) The Golden Gate Bridge was inspired by poetry.
(D) All good engineers are poets and dreamers.
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