Megacities London Flashcards
1
Q
Which building in London is the tallest building in the EU?
A
The Shard
2
Q
How much did it cost to build The Shard?
A
Over £1 billion
3
Q
How many panes of glass was The Shard made from?
A
11,000
4
Q
Which river requires flood defences?
A
The River Thames.
5
Q
What is a key threat to London?
A
Aggression and riots
Terrorism
6
Q
What measures does London have in place concerning natural disasters?
A
It has elite search and rescue teams.
7
Q
How tall is the Shard?
A
1016 ft
8
Q
How many floors does the Shard have? How many windows?
A
87 floors.
11,000 windows.
9
Q
What are some major issues that London faces?
A
Inequalities
Traffic
10
Q
What is the population of London?
A
About 10 million
