LONDON'S NEW TUBE

The video discusses the construction of the new Victoria line in London, highlighting the need for a new underground railway due to population growth and business center shifts. It details the construction process, including tunneling techniques and materials used, and provides information on the project's cost and expected completion timeline.

How long has it been since the last underground railway was built across London?

• 25 years

• 50 years

• 100 years

• More than 50 years

What is the purpose of the new Victoria line?

• To replace the old railway lines

• To provide a new route across the West End

• To connect the East End with the South

• To connect London with other cities

What material is being tunneled through for the new Victoria line?

• Red clay

• Blue clay

• Sandstone

• Granite

What is the weight of the cutting shield used in the construction of the new line?

• 75 tonnes

• 30 tonnes

• 45 tonnes

• 60 tonnes

How much is the new Victoria line expected to cost?

• £70 million

• £45 million

• £30 million

• £56 million