19th Century

Question 1

Identify either the structure that became the world’s tallest in 1889 (a distinction it held until the Chrysler Building’s completion in 1930) or the landmark overtaken as the world’s tallest in 1889. Both structures are iconic, and the weight of the taller of the two is one-eighth that of the shorter.

Answer 1

Eiffel Tower, Washington Monument

Question 2

Sir Joseph Paxton was knighted for designing this glittering glass and iron structure for London’s 1851 Great Exhibition.

Answer 2

Crystal Palace