The Lord Mayor, 1960, part 4 - Council meetings and shots of the Thames

The video discusses the roles of various corporation committees, focusing on the Bridge House Estates Committee and its management of London's bridges. It highlights the historical significance of these bridges and the corporation's role in maintaining them. The video also covers the Improvements and Town Planning Committee's reports and delves into London's history, particularly the Great Fire of 1666 and the subsequent rebuilding efforts led by Sir Christopher Wren.

What is the primary function of the committees mentioned in the video?

• To maintain public parks and gardens

• To organize cultural events in London

• To oversee international trade agreements

• To manage the day-to-day operations of the corporation

Which bridge is the newest addition to London's road bridges?

• Westminster Bridge

• Blackfriars Bridge

• London Bridge

• Tower Bridge

What fund is used to finance the maintenance of London's bridges?

• The Thames River Fund

• The City Development Fund

• The Bridge House Estates Fund

• The London Infrastructure Fund

What major event in 1666 significantly impacted London's urban landscape?

• The Great Plague

• The Great Fire

• The Blitz

• The Industrial Revolution

What was Sir Christopher Wren's plan for London after the Great Fire?

• To establish a series of public parks

• To construct a new royal palace

• To create a city with wide, straight streets and a Renaissance atmosphere

• To build a network of canals