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100
The Blue Drawing Room.
What was the room used for the 1838 ball at Buckingham Palace before the ballroom was made?
100
Because people can talk about almost anything.
Why is the Speaker's Corner such a big attraction?
100
16 stories
How many stories tall is Big Ben?
100
It is FREE!
What is the admission to get into the British Museum?
200
The Royal family, and the overthrow of the British government.
What are the two topics that can not be discussed at the Speaker's Corner?
200
From 10:00 in the morning until 5:30 in the evening.
When does the British Museum open and close?
200
Because it took its name from the house built for John Sheffield, Duke of Buckingham.
Why is Buckingham Palace named Buckingham Palace?
200
About 50 thousand people.
How many people visit Buckingham Palace each year?
200
One
How many exhibits in the British Museum are actually from England?
300
The South Thames River
What is the name of the river that is below the London Eye?
300
1999
When did the London Eye Ferris Wheel officially open?
300
It is named after Sir Benjamin Hall.
Why is Big Ben called Big Ben?
300
7 stories tall
How tall is the London Bridge?
300
It is located in Arizona
Where is the original London Bridge?
400
Big Ben
What are the gears inside Big Ben called?
400
1872
When did Speaker's Corner originate?
400
So that people can get off and on without stopping the Ferris Wheel.
Why does the London Eye Ferris Wheel move so slowly?
400
Over 1000
How many rooms are in Buckingham Palace?
400
800
How many passengers can fit in the London Eye at one time?
500
Anything from statues to artwork to ancient writings
What kinds of items are on exhibit in the British Museum?
500
October 16, 1834
When was Big Ben built?
500
Because London Bridge was falling down...
Why did they need to build a new London Bridge?
500
443 ft.
How high above the river is the London Eye?
500
The British Union Jack, Arizona State flag, and the American flag.
What are the three flags that fly on the top of London Bridge?