The Great Fire of London Quiz

What did Samuel Pepys do to protect his favorite cheese during the Great Fire of London?

• He ate it all before the fire reached his house.

• He buried it in his back garden.

• He gave it to a friend for safekeeping.

• He hid it in a secret compartment in his house.

What material was suggested for rebuilding houses after the Great Fire to prevent future fires?

• Metal

• Stone and bricks

• Glass

• Wood

Who was responsible for planning much of the rebuilding of London after the Great Fire?

• Sir Christopher Wren

• King Charles

• Isaac Newton

• Samuel Pepys

What architectural feature did Sir Christopher Wren use in the new design of Saint Paul's Cathedral?

• A bell tower

• A spire

• A dome

• A steeple

What is the purpose of The Monument designed by Sir Christopher Wren?

• To mark the center of London

• To act as a sundial

• To commemorate the Great Fire of London

• To serve as a lookout tower