Year 1
What changes were made as a result of the Great Fire of London
In this lesson, we will learn about the changes made as a response to the Great Fire of London and how this presents itself in the present.
Year 1
What changes were made as a result of the Great Fire of London
In this lesson, we will learn about the changes made as a response to the Great Fire of London and how this presents itself in the present.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- To read a simple map of an area.
- To be able to identify differences and similarities within a given area.
- To understand the reasons behind these changes and the effects they had on London's population.
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4 Questions
Q1.
How many people are said to have died during the Great Fire of London?
16
Q2.
Approximately, how many houses were destroyed during the Great Fire of London?
1,320
132
Q3.
Approximately, how many people were left homeless as a result?
1,000
10,000
Q4.
Which London landmarks were destroyed during the fire? Tick two.
Guildhall
Tower of London
5 Questions
Q1.
After the Great Fire of London, King Charles II recommended that all future buildings be built out of brick and stone. True or false?
False
Q2.
Which architect was hired to helped in rebuilding London?
Wenceslaus Hollar
Q3.
How many churches were rebuilt under Christopher Wren's guidance?
51
53
Q4.
Which London landmark was rebuilt according to Christopher Wren's plans?
Guildhall
Royal Exchange
Tower of London
Q5.
Did the laws passed after the Great Fire of London intend to make London's streets narrower or wide?
Narrower