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572802612ca10214002d9b5c | In what period was London a symbol of trend-setting and youth? | the mid-1960s | [
"London\n\nPrimarily starting in the mid-1960s, London became a centre for the worldwide youth culture, exemplified by the Swinging London subculture associated with the King's Road, Chelsea and Carnaby Street. The role of trendsetter was revived during the punk era. In 1965 London's political boundaries were expan... |
572802612ca10214002d9b5d | During "The Troubles", who waged assaults via bombings on London? | the Provisional IRA | [
"London\n\nPrimarily starting in the mid-1960s, London became a centre for the worldwide youth culture, exemplified by the Swinging London subculture associated with the King's Road, Chelsea and Carnaby Street. The role of trendsetter was revived during the punk era. In 1965 London's political boundaries were expan... |
572802612ca10214002d9b5e | Why was the Greater London Council established? | the growth of the urban area | [
"London\n\nPrimarily starting in the mid-1960s, London became a centre for the worldwide youth culture, exemplified by the Swinging London subculture associated with the King's Road, Chelsea and Carnaby Street. The role of trendsetter was revived during the punk era. In 1965 London's political boundaries were expan... |
572804ec3acd2414000df263 | What was London's estimated population in the 1980s? | around 6.8 million | [
"London\n\nGreater London's population declined steadily in the decades after the Second World War, from an estimated peak of 8.6 million in 1939 to around 6.8 million in the 1980s. The principal ports for London moved downstream to Felixstowe and Tilbury, with the London Docklands area becoming a focus for regener... |
572804ec3acd2414000df264 | What event preceded a substantial decrease in the average population in London? | the Second World War | [
"London\n\nGreater London's population declined steadily in the decades after the Second World War, from an estimated peak of 8.6 million in 1939 to around 6.8 million in the 1980s. The principal ports for London moved downstream to Felixstowe and Tilbury, with the London Docklands area becoming a focus for regener... |
572804ec3acd2414000df265 | The main ports for London were relocated to where? | Felixstowe and Tilbury | [
"London\n\nGreater London's population declined steadily in the decades after the Second World War, from an estimated peak of 8.6 million in 1939 to around 6.8 million in the 1980s. The principal ports for London moved downstream to Felixstowe and Tilbury, with the London Docklands area becoming a focus for regener... |
572804ec3acd2414000df266 | When was construction on the Thames Barrier completed? | the 1980s | [
"London\n\nGreater London's population declined steadily in the decades after the Second World War, from an estimated peak of 8.6 million in 1939 to around 6.8 million in the 1980s. The principal ports for London moved downstream to Felixstowe and Tilbury, with the London Docklands area becoming a focus for regener... |
572804ec3acd2414000df267 | What was the primary function of the Thames Barrier? | to protect London against tidal surges from the North Sea | [
"London\n\nGreater London's population declined steadily in the decades after the Second World War, from an estimated peak of 8.6 million in 1939 to around 6.8 million in the 1980s. The principal ports for London moved downstream to Felixstowe and Tilbury, with the London Docklands area becoming a focus for regener... |
572806e03acd2414000df28d | What were the Millennium Dome, the London Eye, and the Millennium Bridge created to honor? | the start of the 21st century | [
"London\n\nThe Greater London Council was abolished in 1986, which left London as the only large metropolis in the world without a central administration. In 2000, London-wide government was restored, with the creation of the Greater London Authority. To celebrate the start of the 21st century, the Millennium Dome,... |
572806e03acd2414000df28e | What government entity was abolished in 1986? | The Greater London Council | [
"London\n\nThe Greater London Council was abolished in 1986, which left London as the only large metropolis in the world without a central administration. In 2000, London-wide government was restored, with the creation of the Greater London Authority. To celebrate the start of the 21st century, the Millennium Dome,... |
572806e03acd2414000df28f | London was honored with what in July, 2005? | awarded the 2012 Summer Olympics | [
"London\n\nThe Greater London Council was abolished in 1986, which left London as the only large metropolis in the world without a central administration. In 2000, London-wide government was restored, with the creation of the Greater London Authority. To celebrate the start of the 21st century, the Millennium Dome,... |
572806e03acd2414000df290 | What replaced the long-abolished Greater London Council in 2000? | the Greater London Authority | [
"London\n\nThe Greater London Council was abolished in 1986, which left London as the only large metropolis in the world without a central administration. In 2000, London-wide government was restored, with the creation of the Greater London Authority. To celebrate the start of the 21st century, the Millennium Dome,... |
572806e03acd2414000df291 | The population of Greater London in January 2015 was its greatest since what year? | 1939 | [
"London\n\nThe Greater London Council was abolished in 1986, which left London as the only large metropolis in the world without a central administration. In 2000, London-wide government was restored, with the creation of the Greater London Authority. To celebrate the start of the 21st century, the Millennium Dome,... |
572809233acd2414000df2e3 | London's government administration is comprised of how many tiers? | two | [
"London\n\nThe administration of London is formed of two tiers—a city-wide, strategic tier and a local tier. City-wide administration is coordinated by the Greater London Authority (GLA), while local administration is carried out by 33 smaller authorities. The GLA consists of two elected components; the Mayor of Lo... |
572809233acd2414000df2e4 | What governmental entity oversees London's city-wide administrative tier? | the Greater London Authority (GLA) | [
"London\n\nThe administration of London is formed of two tiers—a city-wide, strategic tier and a local tier. City-wide administration is coordinated by the Greater London Authority (GLA), while local administration is carried out by 33 smaller authorities. The GLA consists of two elected components; the Mayor of Lo... |
572809233acd2414000df2e5 | Who is the current Mayor of London? | Boris Johnson | [
"London\n\nThe administration of London is formed of two tiers—a city-wide, strategic tier and a local tier. City-wide administration is coordinated by the Greater London Authority (GLA), while local administration is carried out by 33 smaller authorities. The GLA consists of two elected components; the Mayor of Lo... |
572809233acd2414000df2e6 | How many boroughs does London consist of? | 32 | [
"London\n\nThe administration of London is formed of two tiers—a city-wide, strategic tier and a local tier. City-wide administration is coordinated by the Greater London Authority (GLA), while local administration is carried out by 33 smaller authorities. The GLA consists of two elected components; the Mayor of Lo... |
572809233acd2414000df2e7 | What group of elected officials provides checks and balances on the Mayor's executive authority? | the London Assembly | [
"London\n\nThe administration of London is formed of two tiers—a city-wide, strategic tier and a local tier. City-wide administration is coordinated by the Greater London Authority (GLA), while local administration is carried out by 33 smaller authorities. The GLA consists of two elected components; the Mayor of Lo... |
57280c3f3acd2414000df30f | What area of the River Thames does the Port of London Authority's jurisdiction cover? | Teddington Lock to the sea | [
"London\n\nThe London Fire Brigade is the statutory fire and rescue service for Greater London. It is run by the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority and is the third largest fire service in the world. National Health Service ambulance services are provided by the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust, t... |
57280c3f3acd2414000df310 | What agency provides fire fighting and rescue service in London? | The London Fire Brigade | [
"London\n\nThe London Fire Brigade is the statutory fire and rescue service for Greater London. It is run by the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority and is the third largest fire service in the world. National Health Service ambulance services are provided by the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust, t... |
57280c3f3acd2414000df311 | Who oversees and manages the London Fire Brigade? | London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority | [
"London\n\nThe London Fire Brigade is the statutory fire and rescue service for Greater London. It is run by the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority and is the third largest fire service in the world. National Health Service ambulance services are provided by the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust, t... |
57280c3f3acd2414000df312 | The world's largest "free-at-the-point-of-use" ambulance service is known as what? | the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust | [
"London\n\nThe London Fire Brigade is the statutory fire and rescue service for Greater London. It is run by the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority and is the third largest fire service in the world. National Health Service ambulance services are provided by the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust, t... |
57280c3f3acd2414000df313 | What agency operates in conjunction with the LAS as needed? | The London Air Ambulance charity | [
"London\n\nThe London Fire Brigade is the statutory fire and rescue service for Greater London. It is run by the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority and is the third largest fire service in the world. National Health Service ambulance services are provided by the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust, t... |
57280f04ff5b5019007d9c08 | What is the Prime Minister of the UK's official residence? | 10 Downing Street | [
"London\n\nLondon is the seat of the Government of the United Kingdom. Many government departments are based close to the Palace of Westminster, particularly along Whitehall, including the Prime Minister's residence at 10 Downing Street. The British Parliament is often referred to as the \"Mother of Parliaments\" (... |
57280f04ff5b5019007d9c09 | Who first dubbed the British Parliament the "Mother of Parliaments?" | John Bright | [
"London\n\nLondon is the seat of the Government of the United Kingdom. Many government departments are based close to the Palace of Westminster, particularly along Whitehall, including the Prime Minister's residence at 10 Downing Street. The British Parliament is often referred to as the \"Mother of Parliaments\" (... |
57280f04ff5b5019007d9c0a | How many Members of Parliament are from London? | 73 | [
"London\n\nLondon is the seat of the Government of the United Kingdom. Many government departments are based close to the Palace of Westminster, particularly along Whitehall, including the Prime Minister's residence at 10 Downing Street. The British Parliament is often referred to as the \"Mother of Parliaments\" (... |
57280f04ff5b5019007d9c0b | As of May 2015, which party holds the majority of seats in Parliament? | the Labour Party | [
"London\n\nLondon is the seat of the Government of the United Kingdom. Many government departments are based close to the Palace of Westminster, particularly along Whitehall, including the Prime Minister's residence at 10 Downing Street. The British Parliament is often referred to as the \"Mother of Parliaments\" (... |
57280f04ff5b5019007d9c0c | As of May 2015, how many Liberal Democrats sit in Parliament? | one | [
"London\n\nLondon is the seat of the Government of the United Kingdom. Many government departments are based close to the Palace of Westminster, particularly along Whitehall, including the Prime Minister's residence at 10 Downing Street. The British Parliament is often referred to as the \"Mother of Parliaments\" (... |
572812723acd2414000df3c5 | Which police force in London does not typically engage in police activity with the general public? | the Ministry of Defence Police | [
"London\n\nPolicing in Greater London, with the exception of the City of London, is provided by the Metropolitan Police Service, overseen by the Mayor through the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). The City of London has its own police force – the City of London Police. The British Transport Police are ... |
572812723acd2414000df3c6 | What area of London does the Metropolitan Police Service cover? | Greater London, with the exception of the City of London | [
"London\n\nPolicing in Greater London, with the exception of the City of London, is provided by the Metropolitan Police Service, overseen by the Mayor through the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). The City of London has its own police force – the City of London Police. The British Transport Police are ... |
572812723acd2414000df3c7 | What agency is responsible for policing rail services in London? | The British Transport Police | [
"London\n\nPolicing in Greater London, with the exception of the City of London, is provided by the Metropolitan Police Service, overseen by the Mayor through the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). The City of London has its own police force – the City of London Police. The British Transport Police are ... |
572812723acd2414000df3c8 | What department runs the Metropolitan Police Service? | the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). | [
"London\n\nPolicing in Greater London, with the exception of the City of London, is provided by the Metropolitan Police Service, overseen by the Mayor through the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). The City of London has its own police force – the City of London Police. The British Transport Police are ... |
572812723acd2414000df3c9 | What is the name of the City of London's police force? | the City of London Police | [
"London\n\nPolicing in Greater London, with the exception of the City of London, is provided by the Metropolitan Police Service, overseen by the Mayor through the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). The City of London has its own police force – the City of London Police. The British Transport Police are ... |
572817584b864d1900164462 | What statutory policy minimizes outward expansion of urban London? | the Metropolitan Green Belt | [
"London\n\nOutward urban expansion is now prevented by the Metropolitan Green Belt, although the built-up area extends beyond the boundary in places, resulting in a separately defined Greater London Urban Area. Beyond this is the vast London commuter belt. Greater London is split for some purposes into Inner London... |
572817584b864d1900164463 | Greater London is divided into what two groups of boroughs? | Inner London and Outer London | [
"London\n\nOutward urban expansion is now prevented by the Metropolitan Green Belt, although the built-up area extends beyond the boundary in places, resulting in a separately defined Greater London Urban Area. Beyond this is the vast London commuter belt. Greater London is split for some purposes into Inner London... |
572817584b864d1900164464 | Where is the centre of London said to be located? | Eleanor Cross at Charing Cross near the junction of Trafalgar Square and Whitehall | [
"London\n\nOutward urban expansion is now prevented by the Metropolitan Green Belt, although the built-up area extends beyond the boundary in places, resulting in a separately defined Greater London Urban Area. Beyond this is the vast London commuter belt. Greater London is split for some purposes into Inner London... |
572817584b864d1900164465 | In which directions does the River Thames divide the City of London? | North and South | [
"London\n\nOutward urban expansion is now prevented by the Metropolitan Green Belt, although the built-up area extends beyond the boundary in places, resulting in a separately defined Greater London Urban Area. Beyond this is the vast London commuter belt. Greater London is split for some purposes into Inner London... |
572817584b864d1900164466 | What metropolitan area lies beyond the Metropolitan Green Belt? | London commuter belt | [
"London\n\nOutward urban expansion is now prevented by the Metropolitan Green Belt, although the built-up area extends beyond the boundary in places, resulting in a separately defined Greater London Urban Area. Beyond this is the vast London commuter belt. Greater London is split for some purposes into Inner London... |
57281c262ca10214002d9e04 | What title regarding London has never been made official in law or by decree? | London's status as the capital of England | [
"London\n\nWithin London, both the City of London and the City of Westminster have city status and both the City of London and the remainder of Greater London are counties for the purposes of lieutenancies. The area of Greater London has incorporated areas that were once part of the historic counties of Middlesex, ... |
57281c262ca10214002d9e05 | What areas within Greater London have city status? | the City of London and the City of Westminster | [
"London\n\nWithin London, both the City of London and the City of Westminster have city status and both the City of London and the remainder of Greater London are counties for the purposes of lieutenancies. The area of Greater London has incorporated areas that were once part of the historic counties of Middlesex, ... |
57281c262ca10214002d9e06 | For what reason are the City of London and Greater London considered to be counties? | for the purposes of lieutenancies | [
"London\n\nWithin London, both the City of London and the City of Westminster have city status and both the City of London and the remainder of Greater London are counties for the purposes of lieutenancies. The area of Greater London has incorporated areas that were once part of the historic counties of Middlesex, ... |
57281e912ca10214002d9e38 | In the past, how much wider was the River Thames than it is today? | five times | [
"London\n\nGreater London encompasses a total area of 1,583 square kilometres (611 sq mi), an area which had a population of 7,172,036 in 2001 and a population density of 4,542 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,760/sq mi). The extended area known as the London Metropolitan Region or the London Metropolitan Agglo... |
57281e912ca10214002d9e39 | What was the population density of Greater London in 2001? | 4,542 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,760/sq mi) | [
"London\n\nGreater London encompasses a total area of 1,583 square kilometres (611 sq mi), an area which had a population of 7,172,036 in 2001 and a population density of 4,542 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,760/sq mi). The extended area known as the London Metropolitan Region or the London Metropolitan Agglo... |
57281e912ca10214002d9e3a | In which direction does the River Thames run through the City of London? | the south-west to the east | [
"London\n\nGreater London encompasses a total area of 1,583 square kilometres (611 sq mi), an area which had a population of 7,172,036 in 2001 and a population density of 4,542 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,760/sq mi). The extended area known as the London Metropolitan Region or the London Metropolitan Agglo... |
57281e912ca10214002d9e3b | What is the population of the London Metropolitan Region? | 13,709,000 | [
"London\n\nGreater London encompasses a total area of 1,583 square kilometres (611 sq mi), an area which had a population of 7,172,036 in 2001 and a population density of 4,542 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,760/sq mi). The extended area known as the London Metropolitan Region or the London Metropolitan Agglo... |
57281e912ca10214002d9e3c | What is the main geographical landmark in London? | the Thames | [
"London\n\nGreater London encompasses a total area of 1,583 square kilometres (611 sq mi), an area which had a population of 7,172,036 in 2001 and a population density of 4,542 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,760/sq mi). The extended area known as the London Metropolitan Region or the London Metropolitan Agglo... |
572821522ca10214002d9e8c | How far from the center of London is London Heathrow Airport? | 15 miles west | [
"London\n\nSummers are generally warm and sometimes hot. London's average July high is 24 °C (75.2 °F). On average London will see 31 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) each year, and 4.2 days above 30.0 °C (86.0 °F) every year. During the 2003 European heat wave there were 14 consecutive days above 30 °C (86.0 °F) and 2 c... |
572821522ca10214002d9e8d | What is London's average high temperature in July? | 24 °C (75.2 °F) | [
"London\n\nSummers are generally warm and sometimes hot. London's average July high is 24 °C (75.2 °F). On average London will see 31 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) each year, and 4.2 days above 30.0 °C (86.0 °F) every year. During the 2003 European heat wave there were 14 consecutive days above 30 °C (86.0 °F) and 2 c... |
572821522ca10214002d9e8e | What phenomenon causes the center of London to be warmer than its suburbs? | urban heat island effect | [
"London\n\nSummers are generally warm and sometimes hot. London's average July high is 24 °C (75.2 °F). On average London will see 31 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) each year, and 4.2 days above 30.0 °C (86.0 °F) every year. During the 2003 European heat wave there were 14 consecutive days above 30 °C (86.0 °F) and 2 c... |
572821522ca10214002d9e8f | Approximately how many days in a given year will London experience temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius (or 77 degrees Farenheit? | 31 | [
"London\n\nSummers are generally warm and sometimes hot. London's average July high is 24 °C (75.2 °F). On average London will see 31 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) each year, and 4.2 days above 30.0 °C (86.0 °F) every year. During the 2003 European heat wave there were 14 consecutive days above 30 °C (86.0 °F) and 2 c... |
572821522ca10214002d9e90 | What occasional weather event causes problems for drivers in London? | Snowfall | [
"London\n\nSummers are generally warm and sometimes hot. London's average July high is 24 °C (75.2 °F). On average London will see 31 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) each year, and 4.2 days above 30.0 °C (86.0 °F) every year. During the 2003 European heat wave there were 14 consecutive days above 30 °C (86.0 °F) and 2 c... |
572823dc4b864d1900164556 | What is England's oldest standing palace from the Tudor period? | Hampton Court Palace | [
"London\n\nLondon's buildings are too diverse to be characterised by any particular architectural style, partly because of their varying ages. Many grand houses and public buildings, such as the National Gallery, are constructed from Portland stone. Some areas of the city, particularly those just west of the centre... |
572823dc4b864d1900164557 | Of what material is London's National Gallery made? | Portland stone | [
"London\n\nLondon's buildings are too diverse to be characterised by any particular architectural style, partly because of their varying ages. Many grand houses and public buildings, such as the National Gallery, are constructed from Portland stone. Some areas of the city, particularly those just west of the centre... |
572823dc4b864d1900164558 | When did the Great Fire of London occur? | 1666 | [
"London\n\nLondon's buildings are too diverse to be characterised by any particular architectural style, partly because of their varying ages. Many grand houses and public buildings, such as the National Gallery, are constructed from Portland stone. Some areas of the city, particularly those just west of the centre... |
572823dc4b864d1900164559 | The area west of London's city is characterized by what type of building? | white stucco or whitewashed | [
"London\n\nLondon's buildings are too diverse to be characterised by any particular architectural style, partly because of their varying ages. Many grand houses and public buildings, such as the National Gallery, are constructed from Portland stone. Some areas of the city, particularly those just west of the centre... |
572823dc4b864d190016455a | What, in part, is the reason for London's lack of a singularly characteristic architectural style among its buildings? | their varying ages | [
"London\n\nLondon's buildings are too diverse to be characterised by any particular architectural style, partly because of their varying ages. Many grand houses and public buildings, such as the National Gallery, are constructed from Portland stone. Some areas of the city, particularly those just west of the centre... |
572825c6ff5b5019007d9e00 | Where in London are the Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall located? | in Kensington | [
"London\n\nThe Monument in the City of London provides views of the surrounding area while commemorating the Great Fire of London, which originated nearby. Marble Arch and Wellington Arch, at the north and south ends of Park Lane respectively, have royal connections, as do the Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall ... |
572825c6ff5b5019007d9e01 | What famous monument is located in Trafalgar Square? | Nelson's Column | [
"London\n\nThe Monument in the City of London provides views of the surrounding area while commemorating the Great Fire of London, which originated nearby. Marble Arch and Wellington Arch, at the north and south ends of Park Lane respectively, have royal connections, as do the Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall ... |
572825c6ff5b5019007d9e02 | The Monument, located in the City of London, was erected to commemorate what event? | the Great Fire of London | [
"London\n\nThe Monument in the City of London provides views of the surrounding area while commemorating the Great Fire of London, which originated nearby. Marble Arch and Wellington Arch, at the north and south ends of Park Lane respectively, have royal connections, as do the Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall ... |
572825c6ff5b5019007d9e03 | What was the most common type of brick used to construct London's older buildings? | yellow London stock brick or a warm orange-red variety | [
"London\n\nThe Monument in the City of London provides views of the surrounding area while commemorating the Great Fire of London, which originated nearby. Marble Arch and Wellington Arch, at the north and south ends of Park Lane respectively, have royal connections, as do the Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall ... |
572825c6ff5b5019007d9e04 | Where are Marble Arch and Wellington Arch located? | at the north and south ends of Park Lane | [
"London\n\nThe Monument in the City of London provides views of the surrounding area while commemorating the Great Fire of London, which originated nearby. Marble Arch and Wellington Arch, at the north and south ends of Park Lane respectively, have royal connections, as do the Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall ... |
572827514b864d19001645e0 | What are the financial districts of London known as? | the City of London and Canary Wharf | [
"London\n\nIn the dense areas, most of the concentration is via medium- and high-rise buildings. London's skyscrapers such as 30 St Mary Axe, Tower 42, the Broadgate Tower and One Canada Square are mostly in the two financial districts, the City of London and Canary Wharf. High-rise development is restricted at cer... |
572827514b864d19001645e1 | High-rise buildings may be restricted to prevent obstruction of what views? | St Paul's Cathedral and other historic buildings | [
"London\n\nIn the dense areas, most of the concentration is via medium- and high-rise buildings. London's skyscrapers such as 30 St Mary Axe, Tower 42, the Broadgate Tower and One Canada Square are mostly in the two financial districts, the City of London and Canary Wharf. High-rise development is restricted at cer... |
572827514b864d19001645e2 | What is the European Union's tallest building? | Shard London Bridge | [
"London\n\nIn the dense areas, most of the concentration is via medium- and high-rise buildings. London's skyscrapers such as 30 St Mary Axe, Tower 42, the Broadgate Tower and One Canada Square are mostly in the two financial districts, the City of London and Canary Wharf. High-rise development is restricted at cer... |
572827514b864d19001645e3 | How high does the Shard London Bridge rise? | 95-storey | [
"London\n\nIn the dense areas, most of the concentration is via medium- and high-rise buildings. London's skyscrapers such as 30 St Mary Axe, Tower 42, the Broadgate Tower and One Canada Square are mostly in the two financial districts, the City of London and Canary Wharf. High-rise development is restricted at cer... |
572827514b864d19001645e4 | Most of London's skyscrapers are located where? | in the two financial districts | [
"London\n\nIn the dense areas, most of the concentration is via medium- and high-rise buildings. London's skyscrapers such as 30 St Mary Axe, Tower 42, the Broadgate Tower and One Canada Square are mostly in the two financial districts, the City of London and Canary Wharf. High-rise development is restricted at cer... |
5728294a2ca10214002d9f98 | How many different species of plant life are known to grow in London? | 2000 | [
"London\n\nThe London Natural History Society suggest that London is \"one of the World's Greenest Cities\" with more than 40 percent green space or open water. They indicate that 2000 species of flowering plant have been found growing there and that the tidal Thames supports 120 species of fish. They also state th... |
5728294a2ca10214002d9f99 | How many National Nature Reserves exist in the London area? | two | [
"London\n\nThe London Natural History Society suggest that London is \"one of the World's Greenest Cities\" with more than 40 percent green space or open water. They indicate that 2000 species of flowering plant have been found growing there and that the tidal Thames supports 120 species of fish. They also state th... |
5728294a2ca10214002d9f9a | Green space and open water comprises what percent of London? | more than 40 percent | [
"London\n\nThe London Natural History Society suggest that London is \"one of the World's Greenest Cities\" with more than 40 percent green space or open water. They indicate that 2000 species of flowering plant have been found growing there and that the tidal Thames supports 120 species of fish. They also state th... |
5728294a2ca10214002d9f9b | How many species of fish live in the River Thames? | 120 | [
"London\n\nThe London Natural History Society suggest that London is \"one of the World's Greenest Cities\" with more than 40 percent green space or open water. They indicate that 2000 species of flowering plant have been found growing there and that the tidal Thames supports 120 species of fish. They also state th... |
5728294a2ca10214002d9f9c | The London Natural History Society has document how many species of butterfly? | 47 | [
"London\n\nThe London Natural History Society suggest that London is \"one of the World's Greenest Cities\" with more than 40 percent green space or open water. They indicate that 2000 species of flowering plant have been found growing there and that the tidal Thames supports 120 species of fish. They also state th... |
57282b75ff5b5019007d9e68 | What type of animal belonging to Queen Elizabeth II was killed by an intruding fox on the Buckingham Palace grounds? | pink flamingos | [
"London\n\nAmong other inhabitants of London are 10,000 foxes, so that there are now 16 foxes for every square mile (2.6 square kilometres) of London. These urban foxes are noticeably bolder than their country cousins, sharing the pavement with pedestrians and raising cubs in people's backyards. Foxes have even sne... |
57282b75ff5b5019007d9e69 | What animal was seen sleeping in London's Parliament Building? | fox | [
"London\n\nAmong other inhabitants of London are 10,000 foxes, so that there are now 16 foxes for every square mile (2.6 square kilometres) of London. These urban foxes are noticeably bolder than their country cousins, sharing the pavement with pedestrians and raising cubs in people's backyards. Foxes have even sne... |
57282b75ff5b5019007d9e6a | Approximately how many foxes live in the City of London? | 10,000 | [
"London\n\nAmong other inhabitants of London are 10,000 foxes, so that there are now 16 foxes for every square mile (2.6 square kilometres) of London. These urban foxes are noticeably bolder than their country cousins, sharing the pavement with pedestrians and raising cubs in people's backyards. Foxes have even sne... |
57282b75ff5b5019007d9e6b | In 2001, what organization conducted a survey of residents regarding London's fox population? | the London-based Mammal Society | [
"London\n\nAmong other inhabitants of London are 10,000 foxes, so that there are now 16 foxes for every square mile (2.6 square kilometres) of London. These urban foxes are noticeably bolder than their country cousins, sharing the pavement with pedestrians and raising cubs in people's backyards. Foxes have even sne... |
57282b75ff5b5019007d9e6c | What is London's fox population density? | 16 foxes for every square mile (2.6 square kilometres) | [
"London\n\nAmong other inhabitants of London are 10,000 foxes, so that there are now 16 foxes for every square mile (2.6 square kilometres) of London. These urban foxes are noticeably bolder than their country cousins, sharing the pavement with pedestrians and raising cubs in people's backyards. Foxes have even sne... |
57282cb83acd2414000df647 | Epping Forest is home for how many species of bats? | Ten | [
"London\n\nOther mammals found in Greater London are hedgehogs, rats, mice, rabbit, shrew, vole, and squirrels, In wilder areas of Outer London, such as Epping Forest, a wide variety of mammals are found including hare, badger, field, bank and water vole, wood mouse, yellow-necked mouse, mole, shrew, and weasel, in... |
57282cb83acd2414000df648 | What animal was found dead at the Highway in Wapping, near the Tower Bridge? | otter | [
"London\n\nOther mammals found in Greater London are hedgehogs, rats, mice, rabbit, shrew, vole, and squirrels, In wilder areas of Outer London, such as Epping Forest, a wide variety of mammals are found including hare, badger, field, bank and water vole, wood mouse, yellow-necked mouse, mole, shrew, and weasel, in... |
57282cb83acd2414000df649 | It appears that otters may be returning to the city of London after how long an absence? | a hundred years | [
"London\n\nOther mammals found in Greater London are hedgehogs, rats, mice, rabbit, shrew, vole, and squirrels, In wilder areas of Outer London, such as Epping Forest, a wide variety of mammals are found including hare, badger, field, bank and water vole, wood mouse, yellow-necked mouse, mole, shrew, and weasel, in... |
57282cb83acd2414000df64a | How many species of bats exist in England? | eighteen | [
"London\n\nOther mammals found in Greater London are hedgehogs, rats, mice, rabbit, shrew, vole, and squirrels, In wilder areas of Outer London, such as Epping Forest, a wide variety of mammals are found including hare, badger, field, bank and water vole, wood mouse, yellow-necked mouse, mole, shrew, and weasel, in... |
57282eb92ca10214002da008 | What rare breed of deer is protected at the Deer Sanctuary at Theydon Bois? | melanistic, black fallow deer | [
"London\n\nHerds of red and fallow deer also roam freely within much of Richmond and Bushy Park. A cull takes place each November and February to ensure numbers can be sustained. Epping Forest is also known for its fallow deer, which can frequently be seen in herds to the north of the Forest. A rare population of m... |
57282eb92ca10214002da009 | When do culls to ensure sustainability of London's deer population occur? | each November and February | [
"London\n\nHerds of red and fallow deer also roam freely within much of Richmond and Bushy Park. A cull takes place each November and February to ensure numbers can be sustained. Epping Forest is also known for its fallow deer, which can frequently be seen in herds to the north of the Forest. A rare population of m... |
57282eb92ca10214002da00a | Why are herds of deer starting to enter residential areas in London? | to take advantage of the London's green spaces | [
"London\n\nHerds of red and fallow deer also roam freely within much of Richmond and Bushy Park. A cull takes place each November and February to ensure numbers can be sustained. Epping Forest is also known for its fallow deer, which can frequently be seen in herds to the north of the Forest. A rare population of m... |
57282eb92ca10214002da00b | Bushy Park in Richmond is home to what herds of animals? | red and fallow deer | [
"London\n\nHerds of red and fallow deer also roam freely within much of Richmond and Bushy Park. A cull takes place each November and February to ensure numbers can be sustained. Epping Forest is also known for its fallow deer, which can frequently be seen in herds to the north of the Forest. A rare population of m... |
572830ac3acd2414000df6a7 | London is second only to what city in terms of its foreign population? | New York City | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census recorded that 2,998,264 people or 36.7% of London's population are foreign-born making London the city with the second largest immigrant population, behind New York City, in terms of absolute numbers. The table to the right shows the most common countries of birth of London residents. Not... |
572830ac3acd2414000df6a8 | What percentage of London residents are foreign-born? | 36.7% | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census recorded that 2,998,264 people or 36.7% of London's population are foreign-born making London the city with the second largest immigrant population, behind New York City, in terms of absolute numbers. The table to the right shows the most common countries of birth of London residents. Not... |
572830ac3acd2414000df6a9 | Many German-born Londoners were British citizens by birth due to what? | parents serving in the British Armed Forces in Germany | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census recorded that 2,998,264 people or 36.7% of London's population are foreign-born making London the city with the second largest immigrant population, behind New York City, in terms of absolute numbers. The table to the right shows the most common countries of birth of London residents. Not... |
572830ac3acd2414000df6aa | When did London see its highest population numbers? | 1939 immediately before the outbreak of the Second World War | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census recorded that 2,998,264 people or 36.7% of London's population are foreign-born making London the city with the second largest immigrant population, behind New York City, in terms of absolute numbers. The table to the right shows the most common countries of birth of London residents. Not... |
572830ac3acd2414000df6ab | What was London's estimated population at the time of the 2011 census? | 8,173,941 | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census recorded that 2,998,264 people or 36.7% of London's population are foreign-born making London the city with the second largest immigrant population, behind New York City, in terms of absolute numbers. The table to the right shows the most common countries of birth of London residents. Not... |
572832cb2ca10214002da06e | With which two other cities is London named one of the most expensive in the world? | Tokyo and Moscow | [
"London\n\nThe region covers an area of 1,579 square kilometres (610 sq mi). The population density is 5,177 inhabitants per square kilometre (13,410/sq mi), more than ten times that of any other British region. In terms of population, London is the 19th largest city and the 18th largest metropolitan region in the ... |
572832cb2ca10214002da06f | Where does London rank in terms of the world's largest cities? | 19th | [
"London\n\nThe region covers an area of 1,579 square kilometres (610 sq mi). The population density is 5,177 inhabitants per square kilometre (13,410/sq mi), more than ten times that of any other British region. In terms of population, London is the 19th largest city and the 18th largest metropolitan region in the ... |
572832cb2ca10214002da070 | About how many billionaires call London home? | 72 | [
"London\n\nThe region covers an area of 1,579 square kilometres (610 sq mi). The population density is 5,177 inhabitants per square kilometre (13,410/sq mi), more than ten times that of any other British region. In terms of population, London is the 19th largest city and the 18th largest metropolitan region in the ... |
572834d3ff5b5019007d9f12 | What is the ratio of black and Asian schoolchildren to white schoolchildren? | about six to four | [
"London\n\nAcross London, Black and Asian children outnumber White British children by about six to four in state schools. Altogether at the 2011 census, of London's 1,624,768 population aged 0 to 15, 46.4 per cent were White, 19.8 per cent were Asian, 19 per cent were Black, 10.8 per cent were Mixed and 4 per cent... |
572834d3ff5b5019007d9f13 | What was the approximate population of London children aged 0 to 15 years at the time of the 2011 census? | 1,624,768 | [
"London\n\nAcross London, Black and Asian children outnumber White British children by about six to four in state schools. Altogether at the 2011 census, of London's 1,624,768 population aged 0 to 15, 46.4 per cent were White, 19.8 per cent were Asian, 19 per cent were Black, 10.8 per cent were Mixed and 4 per cent... |
572834d3ff5b5019007d9f14 | According to the 2011 London census, what percentage of children were black? | 19 per cent | [
"London\n\nAcross London, Black and Asian children outnumber White British children by about six to four in state schools. Altogether at the 2011 census, of London's 1,624,768 population aged 0 to 15, 46.4 per cent were White, 19.8 per cent were Asian, 19 per cent were Black, 10.8 per cent were Mixed and 4 per cent... |
572834d3ff5b5019007d9f15 | The 2011 census in London found what percentage of children to be white? | 46.4 | [
"London\n\nAcross London, Black and Asian children outnumber White British children by about six to four in state schools. Altogether at the 2011 census, of London's 1,624,768 population aged 0 to 15, 46.4 per cent were White, 19.8 per cent were Asian, 19 per cent were Black, 10.8 per cent were Mixed and 4 per cent... |
572834d3ff5b5019007d9f16 | A 2005 survey indicated that how many communities comprised of non-indigenous people existed in London? | more than 50 | [
"London\n\nAcross London, Black and Asian children outnumber White British children by about six to four in state schools. Altogether at the 2011 census, of London's 1,624,768 population aged 0 to 15, 46.4 per cent were White, 19.8 per cent were Asian, 19 per cent were Black, 10.8 per cent were Mixed and 4 per cent... |
572836863acd2414000df717 | What percentage of the Greater London population was said to be foreign-born according to the 2011 census? | 36.7 per cent | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census showed that 36.7 per cent of Greater London's population were born outside the UK. The table to the right shows the 30 most common countries of birth of London residents in 2011, the date of the last published UK Census. A portion of the German-born population are likely to be British nat... |
572836863acd2414000df718 | What agency is responsible for compiling London's population data? | the Office for National Statistics | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census showed that 36.7 per cent of Greater London's population were born outside the UK. The table to the right shows the 30 most common countries of birth of London residents in 2011, the date of the last published UK Census. A portion of the German-born population are likely to be British nat... |
572836863acd2414000df719 | When was the most recent UK census published? | 2011 | [
"London\n\nThe 2011 census showed that 36.7 per cent of Greater London's population were born outside the UK. The table to the right shows the 30 most common countries of birth of London residents in 2011, the date of the last published UK Census. A portion of the German-born population are likely to be British nat... |
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