""AIRBORNE"" ON LONDON'S RIVER

""AIRBORNE"" ON LONDON'S RIVER

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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Leslie Mitchell reports from Movie Town about the Denny Hoverbus, a new summer attraction in London. The hoverbus, led by Captain Watson, offers a comfortable ride for 70 passengers from the Houses of Parliament to Tower Bridge. Despite reduced speed due to driftwood, passengers enjoy extended views of London's landmarks. The video also highlights the historical significance of the hovercraft builders, who previously built the first paddle boat ferry on the Thames in 1814.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Denny Hoverbus known for?

Being the fastest boat on the Thames

A traditional paddle boat

A new summer attraction in London

A historical landmark

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the speed of the hoverbus reduced during the trip?

Because of mechanical issues

To save fuel

To allow passengers to enjoy the view

Due to danger from driftwood

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did passengers enjoy during the hoverbus trip despite the reduced speed?

The riverside landmarks

The onboard entertainment

The speed of the hoverbus

The food and beverages

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about the company that built the hovercraft?

They only build hovercrafts

They built the first paddle boat ferry on the Thames

They specialize in building bridges

They are a new company

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year was the first paddle boat ferry used on the Thames?

2014

1714

1914

1814