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The tower that houses Big Ben is officially known by what name?

  • Westminster Tower
  • Tower of London
  • Clock Tower
  • Elizabeth Tower (correct)

Which nation presented the Statue of Liberty to the United States as a symbol of friendship?

  • France (correct)
  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Spain

The ancient city of Machu Picchu, an iconic site in the Andes Mountains, was constructed by which civilization?

  • Aztecs
  • Egyptians
  • Incas (correct)
  • Mayans

What was the primary reason for the Eiffel Tower's construction in Paris?

<p>For a world fair (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Among the Ancient Wonders of the World, which is the only one that has survived to the present day?

<p>Pyramid of Giza (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which country can you find the iconic Red Square, a site of great historical and cultural significance?

<p>Russia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Angkor Wat was first constructed, it was dedicated to which religious tradition?

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Which famous monument was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan as a loving tribute to his wife?

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Borobudur, a massive structure comprising many individual temples, is the largest temple associated with which religion?

<p>Buddhism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most recognizable architectural element of the design for the Sydney Opera House?

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Flashcards

Big Ben's Tower Name

The tower where Big Ben is located is actually called the Elizabeth Tower.

Statue of Liberty's Origin

France gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States.

Who built Machu Picchu?

Machu Picchu was constructed by the Inca civilization.

Eiffel Tower's Purpose

The Eiffel Tower was originally built for a world fair.

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Surviving Ancient Wonder

The Pyramid of Giza is the only one of the ancient wonders still standing.

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Location of Red Square

Red Square is located in Russia.

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Angkor Wat's Religion

Angkor Wat was initially built as a Hindu temple.

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Taj Mahal's Origin

Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal as a memorial for his wife.

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Borobudur's Religion

Borobudur is the largest Buddhist temple.

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Sydney Opera House Design

The sail-shaped roof is the most famous design feature of the Sydney Opera House.

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Study Notes

  • Big Ben is located in the Elizabeth Tower.
  • France gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States.
  • Machu Picchu was constructed by the Incas.
  • The Eiffel Tower was originally built for a world fair.
  • The Pyramid of Giza is the only ancient wonder still standing.
  • Red Square is located in Russia.
  • Angkor Wat was originally built as a Hindu temple.
  • The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial for his wife.
  • Borobudur is known as the largest Buddhist temple.
  • Sydney Opera House's most famous feature is its sail-shaped roof.

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