The London Underground 1

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• mavo
• Leerjaar 4

What do you already know about the London Underground?

Another word for the London Underground is..?

00:23

When did the Underground of London open?

1. 1965
2. 1837
3. 1863
4. 1936

00:44

How much of the Underground is actually under the ground?

1. 50%
2. 45%
3. 40%
4. 35%

01:00

When is the Underground closed?

1. Sundays
2. Never
3. From 00.00 - 6.00h
4. after 22.00h.

01:52

Is there a speed limit for the trains of the Tube?

1. yes
2. no

02:19

Is it true what the lady says: They can simulate any kind of weather?

1. yes
2. no

03:08

What helps the drivers stop in the correct place?

1. Automatic brakes
2. A sign with red arrows
3. A sign with a green part
4. A voice that warns you to slow down

Let's find out how to take the tube ... 

St Pancras => Earl's court

Take the Northern line (= black) SOUTHBOUND. 

Change at Embankment. 

Take the District line (= green) WESTBOUND.

Earl's court is the 5th stop 

Now let's practice giving instructions on the tube.