A History Of London Tube Quiz

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1. When was the first deep-level tube line opened?

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The first deep-level tube line was opened in 1890.

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The tube is a popular word given to the London Underground railroad. The tube history began in the 19th century following the construction of the Metropolitan railway. In... see morethe time of creation, some establishments focus on passengers' movement and electricity provision to the lines. Gradually, the line is constructed despite the usage as a shelter during wars. see less

2. What is the number of lines of the tube? 

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The number of lines in the tube is 11.

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3. When did the tube begin operation?

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The correct answer is 1863. This is the year when the tube began operation.

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4. What war delayed the extension of Bakerloo and Central London Railways?  

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World War I delayed the extension of Bakerloo and Central London Railways. During the war, resources and manpower were redirected towards the war effort, causing a delay in infrastructure projects such as railway extensions.

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5. How many tube line was completed by the UERL?

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The UERL completed three tube lines.

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6. What year was the Waterloo and City Railway opened?

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The Waterloo and City Railway was opened in 1898.

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7. When was the Underground Electric Railway Company of London established?

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The Underground Electric Railway Company of London was established in 1902.

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8. What is the full meaning of LPTB?

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The correct answer is London Passenger Transport Board. The acronym LPTB stands for London Passenger Transport Board, which was an organization responsible for the management and operation of public transport in London from 1933 to 1948. It was responsible for coordinating and regulating various modes of transportation, including buses, trams, and underground railways, in order to provide efficient and reliable services to the public.

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9. When was the LPTB nationalised? 

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In 1948, the LPTB (London Passenger Transport Board) was nationalized. This means that the government took control and ownership of the organization. Prior to this, the LPTB was a public corporation responsible for the operation of public transport in London. Nationalization often occurs when the government believes that a particular industry or service is of national importance and should be under state control.

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10. In what year, did an unpainted aluminum train entered service in District line?  

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In 1953, an unpainted aluminum train entered service in the District line.

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When was the first deep-level tube line opened?
What is the number of lines of the tube? 
When did the tube begin operation?
What war delayed the extension of Bakerloo and Central London...
How many tube line was completed by the UERL?
What year was the Waterloo and City Railway opened?
When was the Underground Electric Railway Company of London...
What is the full meaning of LPTB?
When was the LPTB nationalised? 
In what year, did an unpainted aluminum train entered service in...
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