History Year 2 Spring 1

What were most buildings in London made of in 1666?

• Wood

• Brick

• Stone

Why did the Great Fire spread so quickly?

• People didn't try to stop it.

• The buildings were close together and made of wood.

• It was raining heavily.

What is a 'cause'?

• Something that happens after a fire.

• A reason why something happened.

• A way to put out a fire.

What happened to St Paul's Cathedral during the Great Fire?

• It was saved by firefighters.

• It was destroyed by the fire.

• It wasn't affected by the fire.

What does it mean to 'rebuild' something?

• To paint it a different colour.

• To make it bigger.

• To build it again after it has been destroyed.

What does it mean to 'conquer' something?

• To share it with someone.

• To take control of it by force.

• To build something new.

Why is King John known as 'Bad King John'?

• He was kind to everyone.

• He helped people in need.

• He was mean to people and made them pay lots of money.

What is Parliament?

• A group of animals.

• A group of people who make laws for the country.

• A type of castle.

What does the monarchy do today?

• They rule the country with absolute power.

• They share power with the government and represent the country.

• They have no role in the government.

What is transport?

• A way to get from one place to another.

• A type of food.

• A place to live.