London Boroughs and Their Etymology

London Boroughs and Their Etymology

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Geography

10th Grade

Hard

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Nadia Sharapova

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the historical significance of the City of London?

Back

The City of London, established around AD 43 as Londinium, served as a major commercial center in Roman Britain until its abandonment in the 5th century.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the name 'Westminster' mean?

Back

Westminster means 'West of the city' and refers to the location of churches built to the west of the ancient city.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea' refer to?

Back

The name means 'Landing Place for Chalk', derived from the Anglo-Saxon period when chalk was used in fertilizer.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the meaning of 'Hammersmith'?

Back

Hammersmith means 'the place where blacksmiths forged hammers'.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'Wandsworth' signify?

Back

Wandsworth is named after the River Wandle, which was owned by an Anglo-Saxon called Waendel.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'Lambeth' mean?

Back

Lambeth is derived from Lambehitha, meaning 'a landing place for lambs'.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the origin of the name 'Southwark'?

Back

Southwark means 'South Fort', referring to its historical significance as a crossing point over the River Thames.

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