VOICED : Tras cinco años de restauración, el Big Ben vuelve a marcar el ritmo en Londres

VOICED : Tras cinco años de restauración, el Big Ben vuelve a marcar el ritmo en Londres

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Big Ben, London's iconic clock, resumes its traditional chimes after a five-year, $93 million restoration. The public cherishes its sound, which has been largely absent except for special occasions like Queen Elizabeth II's funeral. The clock's intricate mechanism, including a 13.7-ton bell, has been meticulously cleaned. Its return coincides with the UK's Armistice Day commemorations, marking a significant historical moment.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the cost of the Big Ben restoration project?

$150 million

$120 million

$93 million

$50 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How often will the main bell of Big Ben chime after the restoration?

Every quarter hour

Every two hours

Every hour

Every half hour

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many smaller bells accompany the main bell in Big Ben's chime?

Four

Two

Five

Three

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event does the reopening of Big Ben coincide with?

The anniversary of the London Eye

The opening of the British Parliament

The Queen's birthday

The armistice of the First World War

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the restoration, when did Big Ben last chime using an electric mechanism?

At the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II

During the Queen's Jubilee

For the New Year celebration

On Christmas Day