Warsaw - Then and Now

Warsaw - Then and Now

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The video explores the passage of time in Warsaw, highlighting how many of its iconic streets and buildings have retained their functionality and appearance over the years. It contrasts the historical and modern elements of the city, noting changes such as the replacement of tram lines with buses and the transformation of market spaces. The video also discusses the impact of World War II on Warsaw's architecture and the efforts to reconstruct and preserve the city's historical essence. Overall, it reflects on the fleeting nature of time and the enduring spirit of Warsaw.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main differences noted by the narrator about the cathedral in Warsaw?

The color of the walls

The number of windows

The shape of the stairs

The height of the tower

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change does the narrator observe about the Warsaw University gate?

The gate has been painted red

The eagle has been removed

The gate is now made of metal

The gate is now taller

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change does the narrator note about the street near Hotel Bristol?

It is now filled with tram lines

It is now dominated by buses

It has become quieter

It has been replaced by a park

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator mention about the Warsaw Market Square's past?

It was a military base

It was a place for local trade

It was a tourist attraction

It was a residential area

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What architectural change is highlighted by the narrator in the theater building area?

The roof was replaced with glass

A statue with four horsemen was introduced

A new observation room was added

The building was painted blue

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator find astonishing about the reconstruction efforts in Warsaw?

The change in building colors

The use of modern materials

The preservation of architectural details

The increase in building height

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What modern addition does the narrator note in the middle of the Rondo?

A fountain

A palm tree

A statue

A clock tower