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What was one significant factor that contributed to the rapid spread of the Great Fire of London?

  • Strong winds spread the flames. (correct)
  • People used water to fight the fire.
  • Buildings were made of stone.
  • The fire started in a fireproof warehouse.
  • Which century did the Great Fire of London occur?

  • 18th century
  • 19th century
  • 17th century (correct)
  • 16th century
  • What was one of the measures taken after the Great Fire to prevent future fires?

  • Stopping all fires permanently.
  • Creating wooden fire breaks around the city.
  • New regulations on building materials were established. (correct)
  • All houses were built of wood.
  • How much of London was reportedly destroyed during the Great Fire?

    <p>Approximately 80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an eyewitness?

    <p>A person who saw the event happen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Great Fire of London

    • The Great Fire of London happened in the 17th century
    • The Great Fire of London started in 1666
    • The Great Fire of London destroyed a large part of London
    • The Great Fire of London was stopped by firefighters
    • People learned from the Great Fire of London and took steps to prevent similar events from happening again
    • The Great Fire of London was a major event in history that taught people important lessons about fire safety
    • The Great Fire of London is a well-documented event with many sources of information
    • London in the 17th-century was very different from modern London

    Eyewitness Accounts

    • Eyewitnesses are people who saw an event firsthand
    • Eyewitness accounts are valuable sources of information for historians
    • Eyewitness accounts help us understand the Great Fire of London in more detail

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    Test your knowledge about the Great Fire of London, a significant historical event that occurred in 1666. Explore the causes, consequences, and lessons learned from this disaster through eyewitness accounts and historical records. Discover how this event shaped fire safety measures and the city itself.

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