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MR KIRBY'S BRIAR PATCH REPRIEVED

MR KIRBY'S BRIAR PATCH REPRIEVED

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the case of Briar Patch, a bungalow in Bracknell Berkshire, facing demolition by the local council. Mr. Kirby, the owner and a carpenter, built a caravan that was later turned into a permanent dwelling upon the council's advice. However, the council later demolished his workshop, threatening his livelihood. Public sympathy and intervention from the Minister of Town and Country Planning led to a temporary reprieve and an inquiry into the situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial decision made by the local council regarding Briar Patch?

To expand it

To preserve it as a historical site

To demolish it

To convert it into a museum

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What profession does Mr. Kirby belong to?

Carpenter

Painter

Electrician

Plumber

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mr. Kirby initially build when he arrived at Briar Patch?

A permanent house

A caravan

A workshop

A garden

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the council workers take away from Mr. Kirby?

His workshop and tools

His caravan

His car

His garden

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Minister of Town and Country Planning take regarding Briar Patch?

Issued a temporary reprieve

Ignored the situation

Declared it a national monument

Ordered its immediate demolition

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