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43. Empire State Building

Category – Engineering & Invention

When it opened in 1931, the Empire State Building was the worlds tallest building. Decades later, it still ranks number 13. 

Question

·         Can you name the current title holder as highest inhabitable structure on earth?

Assignment – Find the answer when you visit the Skyscraper Page website –

Click here to research the world's tallest buildings.

 

Question

·         The World Trade Centers twin towers were demolished by terrorists crashing planes into the buildings. But it wasn't the first time a Manhattan skyscraper was hit by an aircraft, killing many people. What famous New York landmark survived being rammed by a large airplane? The answer will surprise you. 

Assignment – Discover which building by visiting the About.com website –

Click here to research the answer.

 
 
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