The Great Smog of London Quiz

What weather phenomenon trapped the air over London during the Great Smog?

• Cyclone

• Tornado

• Hurricane

• Anti-cyclone

What was one of the main reasons for the increased coal burning before the Great Smog?

• A festival

• A drought

• A cold weather front

• A heatwave

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Great Smog?

• Ambulance services stopped

• Public transport was halted

• Concerts were canceled

• The Thames River dried up

Approximately how many people are now estimated to have died due to the Great Smog?

• 4,000

• 6,000

• 8,000

• 12,000

What legislative action was taken in response to the Great Smog?

• The Clean Water Act

• The Environmental Protection Act

• The Clean Air Acts

• The Pollution Control Act