London in the 14th Century

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1. London Bridge, which connects the north and south banks of the Thames, was one of the engineering marvels of the capital. As well as a roadway what else did the bridge house? A chapel Shops All of these Merchants' houses

2. One of the most beautiful buildings in the city was Bishop of London's church. It was the predecessor of the one that Christopher Wren designed. What was its name? Westminster Abbey St. Martin-in-the-Fields Church St James Church St Paul's Cathedral

3. William the Conqueror built the first structure, the White Tower, in this famous edifice that still attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors. It has housed many important prisoners, but in the 14th century was a royal residence in London. What was it known as? Windsor Castle Buckingham Palace The Tower of London Newgate Prison

4. In the 14th century London was a walled city. Who built the original walls in about the 2nd century? The Romans The Saxons The Britons The Celts

5. Just outside the city walls, but still considered part of the city, was the area of Smithfield. What knightly contests might a 14th century visitor have seen there? Cricket matches Morris dancing contests Horse riding contests Jousts and tournaments

6. In the 14th century this palace, on the north bank of the Thames, contained the main chambers of government: the Painted Chamber, the White Chamber and the Marcolf Chamber, which were the rooms where Parliament met. What was it called? Buckingham Palace Westminster Palace Windsor Palace Hampton Palace

7. What is the name of the well known London church which is the place where vitually all English monarchs have been crowned from the time of Norman the Conqueror? Temple Church Westminster Abbey All Saints' Church Westminster Cathedral

8. Most cities and towns in medieval times executed their criminals outside the gates, but in London executions took place at the junction of two major roads. What was this site called? Greenwich Watling Piccadilly Tyburn

9. Along the Strand, the thoroughfare which then had a panoramic view of the river, were the most beautiful and prestigious houses in the city. Which son of Edward III, who ruled for Richard II when he was young, lived in the mansion called the Savoy? Lionel of Antwerp Edward, the Black Prince Thomas of Woodstock John of Gaunt

10. The Southwark Stews were a tourist attraction of a different kind. There was little or no stigma attached to the men who frequented this area. What activity took place there? Mud Wrestling Bull baiting Prostitution Dog fighting