LONDON
London is the capital of Great Britain. More than eight million people live in London. London lies on both banks of the river Thames. It is the largest city in Europe and one of the largest cities in the world. London is not only the capital of the country, it is also a very big port, one of the greatest commercial centres in the world, a university city, and the seat of the government of Great Britain. The most important parts of London are: the City, the West End, the East End and Westminster. The City is the heart of business and financial life of the country. The City occupies only a little more than one square mile, but most of London's banks and offices are in this part of the country. The West End is the richest part of London. You can find the best shops, restaurants, theatres, cinemas, museums, fine parks and squares there. The rich people live in the West End. The East End is the "hands" of London. Working people live there. These hands have built the City banks, the palaces, theatres and shops of the West End. They have built up the wealth of Great Britain. There are few parks in this part of London. Most of the streets are narrow. The Palace of Westminster, the correct name for the Houses of Parliament, is a magnificent building. Westminster Abbey is very beautiful. Nearly all the kings and queens of Britain were crowned and buried there. Many great English scientists lie buried there, among them Newton, Darwin. In the Poet's Corner some of the famous English poets and writers are buried.
Answer the questions:
1. What is the capital of Great Britain?
2. What is the population of London?
3. Where is it situated?
4. What kind of city is London?
5. What are the most important parts of London?
6. What is the City of London?
7. What is the West End?
8. Who lives in the East End?
9. What is Westminster Abbey?
10. What great people are buried there?

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