How to navigate London
  • 1. Which of these is NOT a common form of public transport in London?
A) Underground
B) Bus
C) Tram
D) Overground
  • 2. What is the London Underground often called?
A) The Drain
B) The Tube
C) The Metro
D) The Subway
  • 3. What is an Oyster card used for?
A) Parking your car
B) Paying for public transport
C) Accessing government buildings
D) Voting in local elections
  • 4. Which zone is central London typically located in?
A) Zone 9
B) Zone 3
C) Zone 5
D) Zone 1
  • 5. What color is the Circle Line on the Tube map?
A) Blue
B) Yellow
C) Red
D) Green
  • 6. Which airport is furthest from central London?
A) Heathrow
B) London City
C) Gatwick
D) Stansted
  • 7. What is the name of the contactless payment system widely used on London transport?
A) Travelcard
B) Contactless payment
C) London Pass
D) Zipcard
  • 8. What is a 'Travelcard'?
A) A map of London's streets
B) A discount card for tourists
C) A ticket for unlimited travel within specified zones for a set period
D) A loyalty card for restaurants
  • 9. Which of these is a river that runs through London?
A) The Mersey
B) The Thames
C) The Seine
D) The Tiber
  • 10. What is the name of London's cable car system?
A) Greenwich Air Line
B) Thames Cable Link
C) IFS Cloud Cable Car
D) London Eye Cable
  • 11. Which direction do London buses usually point when stating their destination?
A) South
B) North
C) The direction they are traveling
D) East
  • 12. If a bus stop is marked with 'HA', what does that usually mean?
A) Historical Area
B) High Availability
C) Hail and Ride
D) Hotel Access
  • 13. What is 'Boris Bike' now officially called?
A) HSBC Cycles
B) Lloyds Cycles
C) Santander Cycles
D) Barclays Bikes
  • 14. Which of these apps is best for real-time London bus arrival information?
A) Trainline
B) Citymapper
C) Tube Map
D) Google Maps
  • 15. What should you do if the Oyster card reader doesn't work?
A) Jump over the barrier.
B) Try swiping it harder.
C) Ask a member of staff for assistance.
D) Walk through quickly without paying.
  • 16. What is the congestion charge?
A) A charge for using the cable car
B) A fine for littering
C) A fee for driving in central London during certain hours
D) A tax on public transport
  • 17. Which major railway station serves destinations to the south?
A) Waterloo
B) Euston
C) Paddington
D) King's Cross
  • 18. What is a 'black cab' in London?
A) A private hire vehicle
B) An unlicensed taxi
C) A licensed taxi
D) A rental car
  • 19. What is a 'mini-cab' in London?
A) A small black cab
B) An underground train
C) A bus
D) A private hire vehicle
  • 20. If you see a sign that says 'Way Out', what does it mean?
A) Information desk
B) Lost property
C) Toilets
D) Exit
  • 21. What is the general rule for standing on escalators on the Underground?
A) Stand on the left, walk on the right.
B) Stand anywhere, no walking allowed.
C) Stand on the right, walk on the left.
D) Walking is prohibited.
  • 22. What should you do if you get lost on the Underground?
A) Consult a map or ask a member of staff.
B) Hide until someone finds you.
C) Start running in a random direction.
D) Give up and go home.
  • 23. Which of these is a famous market in London?
A) Glasgow Market
B) Manchester Market
C) Borough Market
D) Birmingham Market
  • 24. What should you be aware of on crowded platforms?
A) Lost puppies
B) Pickpockets
C) Live music performances
D) Free food samples
  • 25. What is the general etiquette on a crowded bus or Tube?
A) Start a loud conversation on your phone.
B) Offer your seat to someone who needs it more.
C) Play loud music without headphones.
D) Put your bag on the seat next to you.
  • 26. What number do you call for emergencies in the UK?
A) 999
B) 112
C) 911
D) 101
  • 27. Which line is known as the 'Bakerloo' line?
A) Brixton to Oxford Circus
B) Balham to Tooting
C) Bank to Liverpool Street
D) Baker Street to Waterloo
  • 28. What is a good way to get around central London besides public transit?
A) Skateboarding
B) Walking
C) Rollerblading
D) Horseback Riding
  • 29. How does the TfL Go app help you navigate London?
A) It provides walking tours of London.
B) It provides restaurant recommendations.
C) It provides discounted theatre tickets.
D) It provides step-free route options.
  • 30. Where is the Transport for London (TfL) visitor centre usually found?
A) Airports
B) Bus stops
C) Inside black cabs
D) Major tube stations
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