The Great Fire of London Quiz

What year did the Great Fire of London occur?

• 1660

• 1666

• 1670

• 1676

Where did the Great Fire of London start?

• A bakery on Pudding Lane

• A blacksmith's shop

• A theatre

• A church

What was one of the main causes of the fire spreading so quickly?

• Heavy rain

• Strong winds

• Snowfall

• Earthquake

How many days did the Great Fire of London last?

• 1 day

• 2 days

• 4 days

• 5 days

What was one of the major impacts of the Great Fire on London?

• It destroyed the Tower of London

• It led to the rebuilding of the city with stone and brick

• It caused a drought

• It increased the population

Approximately how many houses were destroyed in the Great Fire of London?

• 100

• 1,000

• 13,000

• 20,000

Which famous London landmark was rebuilt after the Great Fire?

• Buckingham Palace

• St Paul's Cathedral

• The British Museum

• The London Eye

What was one of the reasons the fire was difficult to control?

• Lack of water

• Lack of fire engines

• Lack of people

• Lack of food

Who was the king of England during the Great Fire of London?

• King James I

• King Charles II

• King George I

• King Henry VIII

What was one of the positive outcomes after the Great Fire of London?

• Improved fire safety regulations

• More wooden buildings

• Less trade

• Fewer schools