Eiffel Tower Reopens As France Plans To Screen 1.3M For COVID-19

The Eiffel Tower, the world's most visited monument, reopened after a 104-day closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, marking its longest closure since World War Two. The closure resulted in a $30 million revenue loss. As it reopens, only the first two levels are accessible, with strict safety measures like mandatory face masks for visitors over 11 and designated entry and exit points. Elevators and the observation deck remain closed. France's daily COVID-19 cases fell below 100 for the first time since March, prompting a campaign to screen 1.3 million people in Paris to identify dormant clusters.

How long was the Eiffel Tower closed due to the coronavirus lockdown?

• 365 days

• 50 days

• 200 days

• 104 days

What is one of the restrictions in place for visitors at the Eiffel Tower?

• Visitors must wear face masks

• Visitors must book tickets online

• Visitors must have a health certificate

• Visitors must be in groups of ten

Which areas of the Eiffel Tower remain closed until next month?

• The second level

• The gift shop

• The first level

• The elevators and observation deck

What was the significant milestone in France's COVID-19 cases on Wednesday?

• Cases fell below 50

• Cases fell below 100

• Cases fell below 500

• Cases fell below 1000

What is the goal of the COVID-19 screening campaign in the Paris region?

• To close public spaces

• To provide free masks

• To vaccinate the population

• To identify dormant clusters