Read the text, answer the questions. London
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is situated on the British Isles. British Isles consist of Great Britain, Ireland and about five thousands of small islands. The total area is over 244, 000 square kilometers. The United Kingdom (UK) consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland .
London is the capital of Great Britain. As it is situated on the river Thames, not far from the sea, London has become an important sea port. London is ancient city, founded by Romans twenty centuries ago. It’s population is about 8 million people. London consists of four parts: the West End, the East End, the city and Westminster. The City is the financial and business centre of the country. There are many banks and various offices here.
Westminster is the administrative center of London. The Houses of Parliament are situated here. The building is very beautiful with its two towers and a big clock called Big Ben.
1. When was London founded?
2. What is its population?
3. How many parts does London consist of?
4. What is the City?
5. What is the administrative center of London?
1 founded by Romash twenty centuries ago
2 8 million people
3 the West End, the East End, the city and Westmisnster
4 is the financial and businesscentreof the country
5 Westminster