All About Lighthouses

Choose the correct picture for a lighthouse.

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What is a lighthouse?

• It is a building that gives out light.

• It is a building that gives out water.

• It is a building that gives out fire.

What is the purpose of a lighthouse?

• To warn boats and ships that land is near.

• To warn cars and trains that a stop sign is near.

• To warn bicycles and motorcycles to slow down.

Before the lighthouse was invented, what did people use to guide boats and ships?

• Stop signs

• Flags on trees

• Fires on hilltops

The first lighthouse in Egypt was built over 5000 years ago.

• True

• False

The lighthouse was called 'the lighthouse of Alexandria'.

• True

• False

Before electricity was invented, the light from the lighthouses came from...

• The sun

• The moon

• Oil or candles

There is a ____________ at the very top of a lighthouse.

• lightning rod

• flag

• traffic light

How many lighthouses can be found around the UK?

• Over 10 lighthouses

• Over 100 lighthouses

• Over 1000 lighthouses

What is inside the lantern room in a lighthouse?

• The lamp and the lens.

• The lamp and the clock.

• The lamp and the candle.