Unit 4. Why Not Take a Closer Look? » Стр.107 (4b)





b) Read, guess and put the appropriate number from (a). 1. This building is a skyscraper in the business centre of London. It opened in 2004 and is an iconic office block in the city. Londoners gave it the nickname because of its shape. 6. It is a nickname for the great bell of the clock at the Houses of Parliament in London. Many people call the clock with this nickname as well. The clock is over 150 years old and is a popular tourist attraction. The clock tower is named 'Elizabeth Tower' in honour of Queen Elizabeth ll's Diamond Jubilee in 2012. 2. This place is the dominant feature of the skyline in Edinburgh, Scotland. It has a long history, dating back to the early Middle Ages. It is looked after by Historic Scotland, a Scottish government agency. 5. In 1066, William Duke of Normandy in France won a great battle and took over England. He started to build this building to control the local people. The White Tower was completed in 1100. 3. In 1666 the Great Fire of London destroyed a lot of the city, including this building. King Charles II ordered a new cathedral which was built by Christopher Wren. At this time the British Empire began to grow in America and India. 4. It is situated on the southern bank of the River Thames and is a Ferris wheel that is 135 metres tall. It was originally built as part of the UK's celebration of the new millennium and continues to be an important part of New Year celebrations.





Unit 4. Why Not Take a Closer Look?