Flashcards on London: History, Geography, and Landmarks
London: History, Geography & Landmarks for Students
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London travel and landmarks
33 cards
Card 1
Question: What is the capital of the United Kingdom?
Answer: London
Card 2
Question: Approximately how many people live in London?
Answer: About 10 million
Card 3
Question: On which river and in which part of England is London situated?
Answer: On the River Thames in south‑east England
Card 4
Question: What was London originally founded as?
Answer: A Roman settlement
Card 5
Question: What major disaster in 1555 affected London and what was its impact?
Answer: The great fire in 1555 destroyed almost all the city
Card 6
Question: Name three common means of transport in London mentioned in the text.
Answer: Red double‑decker buses, black taxis, and the underground (the Tube)
Card 7
Question: What is notable about London's underground (the Tube)?
Answer: It is the oldest underground in the world
Card 8
Question: Besides land transport, what other tourist transport is suggested to see landmarks?
Answer: A boat trip on the River Thames
Card 9
Question: Which is the busiest airport in London?
Answer: Heathrow
Card 10
Question: What architectural style are the Houses of Parliament built in?
Answer: Gothic style