Questions › Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society
The London Eye was first built as part of which celebration?
- AThe coronation of 1953
- BThe new millenniumRight answer
- CThe founding of the National Trust
- DThe 2012 Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
Answer: The new millennium
The London Eye, a 135-metre Ferris wheel on the south bank of the Thames, was built for the UK's millennium celebrations and is still part of New Year events.
From chapter 4 of the handbook, "A modern, thriving society", section "Places of interest". Practice question 447 of 651, written in our own words.