English presentation Topic: “London” Maks Korets from 7 -B Dolinska gymnasium № 3 Teacher: Sheremet Tatiana 2014 -2015
Vocabulary • Big Ben • The River Thames • Tower Bridge • Buckingham Palace • The Tower of London • St Paul’s Cathedral • The Houses of Parliament • Westminster Abbey • Trafalgar Square • Nelson’s Column • Whitehall
Big Ben
The River Thames
Tower Bridge
Buckingham Palace
The Tower of London
St Paul’s Cathedral
The Houses of Parliament
Westminster Abbey
Trafalgar Square
Nelson’s Column
Whitehall
The Text London grew up around two historic cities – the City of London and the City of Westminster. The City of Westminster began as a residence for England’s rulers. The City of Westminster stood about 3 miles southwest of the City of London which was surrounded by a great wall. As London grew, it spread far beyond its walls and took in the royal City of Westminster.
The East End was the centre of London’s docks and heavy industry. Today the East End is an area with numerous small offices, factories and workshops that are mixed up with the houses. London together with its suburbs maker Greater London. At the beginning of the new millennium, London continues to grow.
The City is the oldest part of London. It where the walled City of London stood for hundreds of years. Today it’s London’s famous financial district. The City of Westminster is the seat of the British government. It is the oldest part of the West End. This part of London is also known for its theatres as well as trade and nightlife.
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