Only In China 14 - Thames Town Replica of English City

Thames Town is a residential area in Song Jiang, China, designed to mimic an English town, complete with Georgian and Victorian architecture and a statue of Winston Churchill. It has sparked copyright controversy due to its resemblance to Lyme Regis, England. The owner of the original shops in Lyme Regis, GAIL Caddy, was surprised to find her properties replicated in China. Thames Town is expected to accommodate over 10,000 residents upon completion, and Caddy is eager to visit her replicated shop, viewing imitation as flattery.

What is the primary architectural style of Thames Town?

• Traditional Chinese pagodas

• Georgian and Victorian terraces

• Mediterranean villas

• Modern skyscrapers

Which two buildings in Thames Town are replicas from Lyme Regis?

• The Rock Point Inn and Cobb Fish Gate

• The Royal Pavilion and Brighton Pier

• The Tower of London and Big Ben

• The Globe Theatre and Buckingham Palace

What was GAIL Caddy's reaction upon discovering her shops were copied?

• She was pleased

• She was angry

• She was shocked

• She was indifferent

How many residents is Thames Town expected to house upon completion?

• 20,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

What is GAIL Caddy looking forward to doing in China?

• Starting a new life

• Building a new home

• Visiting her fish and chip shop

• Opening a new business