2.2.4 - British roads
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What materials are primarily used in Macadam's method of road construction?
💡 Hint: Think about the size and shape of stones.
True or False: Macadam's method uses large stone blocks at the base.
💡 Hint: Focus on the size of stones used in the method.
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What is the main innovation proposed by John Macadam in road construction?
💡 Hint: Think about the method that changed how roads were built.
True or False: Macadam roads require little to no drainage.
💡 Hint: How does water interact with road surfaces?
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If a road has poor drainage, theorize how this could lead to structural failures over time and propose potential solutions to mitigate these issues.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when water sits on a surface.
Consider the historical significance of Macadam’s methods in roadway engineering. How did his innovations lay the groundwork for modern highway systems?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how earlier methods compared to modern practices.
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