2012 Olympics and the Lower Lea Valley

What was the state of the Lower Lea Valley by 2007?

• It was fully developed.

• It was derelict and overgrown.

• It was a bustling commercial area.

• It was a residential neighborhood.

How many businesses were there on the site before the Olympic Park work began?

• 100

• 150

• 200

• 250

How many workers were employed by the two industrial estates on the site?

• 3,000

• 4,000

• 5,000

• 6,000

What was the condition of the land that was previously used for industry?

• It was well-maintained.

• It was overgrown and contaminated by chemicals.

• It was converted into parks.

• It was used for residential purposes.

Which waterways go through the Lower Lea Valley site?

• River Thames and Grand Union Canal

• River Lea and Lee Navigation Canal

• River Severn and Kennet and Avon Canal

• River Trent and Manchester Ship Canal

Which borough is mentioned as being part of the most deprived area around the Lower Lea Valley site?

• Westminster

• Camden

• Newham

• Kensington

What was the state of the land around the River Lea before the regeneration?

• It was completely empty.

• It was far from being empty.

• It was fully developed.

• It was a commercial hub.

What was the time frame for the construction of the Olympic Park?

• 2005 to 2010

• 2007 to 2012

• 2008 to 2013

• 2006 to 2011

Who was the new owner of the land for the Olympic Park?

• London Development Authority

• Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA)

• International Olympic Committee

• British Government

What was one of the obstacles that had to be overcome before the regeneration of the Olympic Park?

• Lack of funding

• Land had to be brought together under a new owner

• Shortage of construction materials

• Lack of skilled labor