London: Chapter 5 - By the river

Where can you see London from the river?

• In a car

• In a boat

• On a train

• On a bus

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When was the first Globe Theatre built?

• During King Henry VIII's reign

• During Queen Victoria's reign

• During Queen Elizabeth the First's reign

• During King James I's reign

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What can you do in the summer at the new Shakespeare's Globe Theatre?

• Visit the museum

• Attend a concert

• See Shakespeare's plays

• Take a guided tour

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What is the River Thames famous for in London?

• Being the longest river in England

• Being the main source of drinking water in London

• Being the cleanest river in England

• Being a popular spot for tourists to walk, go across bridges, or take a boat ride

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What can visitors see at Tate Modern?

• Sculptures by Michelangelo

• Twentieth and twenty-first century art

• Medieval tapestries

• Ancient Egyptian artifacts

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What caused the Millennium Bridge to close for two years after it opened?

• Hundreds of people walking across it

• Strong winds

• Earthquake

• Construction issues

What is the height of the London Eye?

• 50 meters

• 100 meters

• 115 meters

• 135 meters

How long do visitors travel in the capsules on the London Eye?

• 30 minutes

• 25 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

When did Canary Wharf open?

• 1990

• 1991

• 1992

• 1993

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How many towers does Canary Wharf have?

• 2

• 4

• 3

• 5