London is the capital of Great Britain, its political, economic and cultural centre. It’s one of the largest cities in the world. Its population is more than 9 million people. London is situated on the river Thames. It was founded more than two thousand years ago.
London is an ancient city. It appeared at the place where the Roman invaders decided to build a bridge over the Thames. There are four parts in London: West End, East End, the City and Westminster.
The City is the oldest part of London, its financial and business centre. There are many offices, companies and banks in this part of the capital. The heart of the City is the Stock Exchange. The Tower of London and St Paul’s Cathedral are situated in the City.
Westminster is also important part of the capital. It’s the administrative centre of London. The Houses of Parliament, the seat of the British Government, are there. Opposite the Houses of Parliament is Westminster Abbey where kings and queens have been crowned and many famous people were buried. The Houses of Parliament are often referred to as the Palace of Westminster.
The Towers of the Houses of Parliament stand high above the city. On the highest tower there is the largest clock in the country, Big Ben. Big Ben strikes every quarter of an hour.
To the west of Westminster is West End, the richest part of London. It is full of luxury hotels, super-markets, cinemas and concert-halls. In the centre of the West End the Trafalgar Square is situated with the famous statue of Lord Nelson.
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1) When my elder sister was a teen, she did a crossword every spare moment. ( Past Simple)
2) It's so hot inthe class. Open the window. (Present Simple)
3) Our mum hopes, I will become a good builder as our dad. (Future Simple)
4) Why are you laughing? - I amtalking about serious things now. (Present Continuous)
5) When does Chris usually arrive home? - He usualle gets home late. (Present Simple)
6) Has she ever ridden on a rollercoaster? - Yes, she has. (Present Perfect)
7) What are you doing this evening?- We are going to the cafe with our friends. (Present Continuous)
8) Did you see John yesterday? -No, I didn't. (Past Simple)
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