CLEAN : Londoners flee steep house prices head for provinces

CLEAN : Londoners flee steep house prices head for provinces

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Business, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the high cost of living in London due to outside investors, making it difficult to afford. In contrast, Birmingham offers a strong local business community, lower overheads, and quality candidates, making it an attractive option for businesses. The city has seen significant job creation and investment, with companies interested in its real estate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons for the high cost of living in London?

Poor weather conditions

Scarcity of food supplies

High number of outside investors

Lack of public transportation

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the cost of living in London compare to other areas?

It is significantly cheaper

It is slightly more expensive

It is significantly more expensive

It is about the same

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one benefit of living in Birmingham compared to London?

Longer commute times

More expensive employment

Lower overheads and rents

Higher property prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which universities are mentioned as part of Birmingham's strong educational community?

Oxford and Cambridge

Birmingham University and NBC

Harvard and MIT

London School of Economics and UCL

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic developments are highlighted in Birmingham?

Decrease in job opportunities

Reduction in investment projects

Increase in job creation and investment

Decline in real estate interest