10 Questions: The Tower of London Multiple Choice Quiz | World

Answer: William I

William I, also known as William the Conqueror was King of England at the time, he reigned from 1066 to 1087. The exact date the building of "The White Tower" began is unknown but is traditionally given as 1078, what is known is that it certainly was started during the reign of William I.

Answer: 14th

You can go and see "The Crown Jewels" at the tower. They are held in "The Jewel House" and have been on display to the public since the 17th century but in different locations. The only time the jewels were not at the tower was during the Second World War when they were moved to a secret location and were returned in 1945.

Answer: Beefeaters

The Yeoman Warders were installed at the tower in the 15th century during the reign of Henry VII. They were the Kings bodyguards but today they combine their traditional ceremonial role with that of a tourist guide.

Answer: Elizabeth I

Princess Elizabeth (the future Elizabeth I), was held in the Bell Tower for 2 months in 1554 under the reign of her half sister Mary I.

Answer: Ravens

The story goes that John Flamsteed, the Royal Astronomer, complained to King Charles II that the ravens were getting in the way of his observations, so the king ordered their removal. However, they were not removed because Charles was then told of the legend that if the ravens ever leave the Tower of London, the White Tower, the monarchy, and the entire kingdom would fall.

These days, their wings are clipped to prevent them flying off, thus ensuring the safety of the realm. Phew!

Answer: Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard

Henry's 2nd and 5th wives were executed at the tower. Both were convicted of adultery and were beheaded for treason.

Answer: Ranulf Flambard

Ranulf Flambard was the Bishop of Durham. He was imprisoned in the White Tower under orders of Henry I in 1100. In 1101 Ranulf escaped, using a rope that had been smuggled to him in a pot of wine. He fled to Normandy.

Answer: Yes

There are still about 150 people living within the walls of the tower. These are mainly Yeoman Warders and their families.

Answer: Bell Tower

The shape of "the Bell Tower" suggests that it was built in two phases. The curfew bell has been rung from this tower for at least 500 years, its present bell dates from 1651.

Answer: True

The Kray twins, the foremost organised crime leaders in London's East end during the 1950s and 60s, were briefly held there for failing to report for national service during 1952. They are among the last prisoners of the Tower.