CLEAN : London's iconic Battersea power station reopens to the public as a shopping centre

CLEAN : London's iconic Battersea power station reopens to the public as a shopping centre

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Interactive Video

Architecture, Arts, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses a significant real estate project in London, described by Boris Johnson as the 'Everest of real estate.' Over 10 years, the project preserved 95% of the original structure, with the main change being the replacement of the four iconic chimneys. The speaker expresses emotional attachment to the project and appreciation for the preserved Art Deco elements, highlighting the project's success and its impact on Londoners.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Boris Johnson compare the real estate project to when it began?

A historical monument

A skyscraper

The Everest of real estate

A mountain

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the original building structure was retained?

100%

50%

75%

95%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were the original chimneys replaced?

They were not energy efficient

They were too small

They were outdated

They were crumbling

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What style was preserved in the building's design?

Victorian

Modern

Art Deco

Gothic

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the transformation of the building?

An ordinary project

A miracle

A challenging task

A simple renovation