The Eiffel Tower The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris, France. It was constructed between 1887 and 1889 as anentrance way to the 1889 World’s Fair and to celebrate the 100thanniversary of the French Revolution. The Tower was opened to visitors on May 6th, 1889. Gustave Eiffel’s design was chosen from among 107 designs that were submitted to the World’s Fair design competition. However, many Parisians, especially artists, did not like his design and protested the tower’s construction. They thought it would be an eyesore, but once it was built, most Parisians soon loved the tower. The tower is made of iron and weighs over 10,000 tons. It is 324 meters tall, including an antenna at its top, and has a staircase with 1,665 steps. There are also elevators to take visitors to the top platform where there is a panoramic view of Paris. The original elevators, now computerized, are still in use. Over 60 tons of paint are applied to the tower every seven years to keep it from rusting. The Eiffel Tower has become a symbol of Paris. It is the most recognized monument in Europe mainly because many people think it is an architectural masterpiece. Over 250 million people have visited it since May of 1889. 70.66. How long did it take to build The Eiffel Tower? (1 Point) A. around 2 years B. around 6 years C. 100 years D. 60 years 71.67. Who designed The Eiffel Tower? (1 Point) A. the Parisians B. the French Revolution C. Gustave Eiffel D. the World’s Fair 72.68. Why do they repaint The Eiffel Tower frequently? (1 Point) A. to keep it from rusting B. to make it more beautiful C. to attract visitors D. to display it in the World’s Fair design competition 73.69. How many people have visited The Eiffel Tower until now? (1 Point) A. about 10.000 people B. about 324 million people C. more than 250 million people D. about 189 million people 74.70. What is the major reason for The Eiffel Tower to be a well-known tourist attraction in Europe? (1 Point) A. Because of its history. B. Because it is computerized. C. Because it has architectural beauty. D. Because it is repainted frequently.