Heathrow Airport Recommended For Runway Expansion

Heathrow Airport Recommended For Runway Expansion

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The video discusses the expansion of Heathrow Airport with a third runway, highlighting its impact on local residents, particularly in Harmondsworth, where homes face demolition. While some villagers oppose the expansion due to environmental and social concerns, others see potential economic benefits. The expansion aims to increase capacity and reduce early morning flights, but it faces resistance from locals and environmental advocates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current frequency of plane takeoffs at Heathrow Airport?

Every 30 seconds

Every 2 minutes

Every 75 seconds

Every 5 minutes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the demolition of homes in Harmondsworth?

To build a new shopping mall

To create a new park

To expand Heathrow with a third runway

To construct a new highway

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Stephen Brown feel about the Heathrow expansion?

He is actively protesting against it

He is planning to move on and is fine with it

He is indifferent

He is strongly opposed to it

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one potential benefit of the third runway mentioned in the transcript?

Increased number of night flights

Lower ticket prices

Reduction of flights before 6:00 AM

More parking spaces

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Mohammed Zafar's opinion on the Heathrow expansion?

He is worried about increased traffic

He believes it will harm the environment

He is concerned about noise pollution

He thinks it will create more jobs