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The Tower of London is located on the River Thames, adjacent to London Bridge.
The Tower of London is located on the River Thames, adjacent to London Bridge.
False (B)
Beefeaters are responsible for guarding the Tower of London and leading tourist excursions, but they do not play a role in looking after the ravens.
Beefeaters are responsible for guarding the Tower of London and leading tourist excursions, but they do not play a role in looking after the ravens.
False (B)
Visitors to the Tower of London are permitted to handle the Crown Jewels, provided they wear gloves.
Visitors to the Tower of London are permitted to handle the Crown Jewels, provided they wear gloves.
False (B)
The Beefeaters dress in blue and gold uniforms.
The Beefeaters dress in blue and gold uniforms.
The Tower of London is approximately 500 years old.
The Tower of London is approximately 500 years old.
The Tower of London includes a display of royal jewelry, including some of the world's most well-known diamonds.
The Tower of London includes a display of royal jewelry, including some of the world's most well-known diamonds.
The Beefeaters stationed at the Tower of London only fulfill ceremonial duties and do not interact with visitors.
The Beefeaters stationed at the Tower of London only fulfill ceremonial duties and do not interact with visitors.
The Tower of London is strictly a historical site with no entertainment value for children.
The Tower of London is strictly a historical site with no entertainment value for children.
Flashcards
Tower of London
Tower of London
A famous London attraction nearly 1,000 years old located on the River Thames.
Beefeaters
Beefeaters
The ceremonial guardians of the Tower of London, known for their distinctive red and black costumes.
Crown Jewels
Crown Jewels
A collection of valuable jewelry belonging to the Kings and Queens of England, housed at the Tower of London.
Ravens of the Tower
Ravens of the Tower
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Study Notes
- The Tower of London is a famous London attraction that is nearly 1,000 years old.
- It is located on the River Thames, near the Tower Bridge.
- The guards at the Tower are called Beefeaters and they wear red and black costumes, as well as strange hats.
- Beefeaters look after the Tower, and the ravens that live there.
- The Beefeaters give guided tours and tell stories about the Tower, including ghost stories.
- One of the main attractions are the Crown Jewels.
- The Crown Jewels include the jewellery of the Kings and Queens of England, including the world’s most famous diamonds.
- Visitors can view the jewels but are not allowed to touch them
- The Tower of London offers a very interesting and educational experience.
- It is suitable for families with children due to the variety of things to see and do.
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