I WONDER - Why Is The Tower Of London Famous?

The Tower of London, a historic castle on the River Thames, has served as a royal palace, treasury, mint, armory, and zoo. Built by William the Conqueror in 1066, it is infamous for being a prison and execution site, notably for Anne Boleyn. The Tower houses the Crown Jewels, including famous diamonds, and is known for its Ravens, with a legend stating that if they leave, the Tower and the Kingdom will fall.

What are some of the roles the Tower of London has served over the years?

• A zoo, a university, and a prison

• A royal palace, a zoo, and a university

• An observatory, a mint, and a library

• A mint, a treasury, and a royal palace

Who was the Tower of London built by?

• William the Conqueror

• Queen Elizabeth I

• King John

• Henry VIII

Which famous historical figure was executed at the Tower of London?

• Mary, Queen of Scots

• Anne Boleyn

• Catherine of Aragon

• Jane Seymour

What is housed within the Tower of London?

• The National Gallery

• The Royal Mint

• The Crown Jewels

• The British Museum

According to legend, what will happen if the ravens leave the Tower of London?

• The Tower will be haunted

• The Kingdom will fall

• The Crown Jewels will be stolen

• The Tower will become a museum