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Which famous Victorian engineer was responsible for designing the Great Western Railway as well as the SS Great Britain, the first large iron-hulled steamship?

  1. Isambard Kingdom BrunelAnswer
  2. B
    George Stephenson
  3. C
    Richard Arkwright
  4. D
    James Watt

Answer

Isambard Kingdom Brunel
The correct answer is Isambard Kingdom Brunel because he was the visionary engineer behind the Great Western Railway (GWR), which connected London to the South West of England. His work defined the Victorian age of engineering, encompassing railways, bridges (like the Clifton Suspension Bridge), and advanced steamships like the SS Great Britain.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the engineer associated with the Great Western Railway (GWR).
Isambard Kingdom Brunel
The GWR was one of Brunel's most significant engineering achievements.
2
Verify if the same engineer designed the SS Great Britain.
Confirmed
Brunel designed three major steamships, including the SS Great Britain, to extend the reach of his railway across the Atlantic.

Key Concept

Transport and Engineering Innovations (Victorian Era)
Estimated Time:30s
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