The Great Fire of London

The Great Fire of London began on September 2, 1666, in Pudding Lane. It raged for four days, destroying two-thirds of the city, including over 13,000 houses, 430 streets, and 89 churches. Despite the devastation, only six deaths were recorded. The fire's details were documented by Samuel Peeps and John Evelyn. To prevent future disasters, King Charles II mandated that new buildings be made of stone and brick. Christopher Wren played a key role in rebuilding, designing St. Paul's Cathedral and a monument to the fire.

At what time did the Great Fire of London start?

• 2:00 PM

• 1:00 PM

• 1:00 AM

• 2:00 AM

Where did Tom Farer live when the fire broke out?

• Baker Street

• Pudding Lane

• Fleet Street

• King's Road

How long did the Great Fire of London rage?

• 4 days

• 3 days

• 2 days

• 5 days

Approximately how many houses were destroyed in the Great Fire of London?

• 10,000

• 12,000

• 15,000

• 13,000

How many recorded deaths were there due to the Great Fire of London?

• 6,000

• 60

• 6

• 600

How long did the rebuilding work take after the Great Fire of London?

• 30 years

• 20 years

• 50 years

• 10 years

Who were the two men that documented the Great Fire of London in their diaries?

• Samuel Pepys and John Evelyn

• Christopher Wren and John Evelyn

• Samuel Pepys and Christopher Wren

• King Charles II and John Evelyn

What material did King Charles II command to be used for building new houses to prevent future fires?

• Wood

• Stone and brick

• Iron

• Concrete