2 Say if the statements are true or false. Correct the false ones. St Paul\'s is a medieval cathedral. b St Paul\'s Cathedral has got very bad acoustics. Sir Christmas Wren is the architect of the Millennium Bridge. MPs are the members of the British Parliament. Big Ben is the name of the Clock Tower. Wobbly Bridge is a bridge over the River Thames. On 2 February, 2002 the Millenium Bridge was destroyed. Norman Foster is the architect of the Millennium Bridge. The Gherkin is a nickname for one of the most famous high- rise buildings in London. jThe Gherkin was built in such a way that you can see its top from far away. k The Gherkin has got very high heating and cooling costs. C d e f i g h
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a. False. St Paul's Cathedral was designed in the Renaissance style by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in the 18th century.
b. False. St Paul's Cathedral has very good acoustics.
c. False. Sir Norman Foster and Sir Anthony Caro were the designers of the Millennium Bridge.
d. True.
e. True.
f. True. The Millennium Bridge is also known as the Wobbly Bridge.
g. False. The Millennium Bridge was not destroyed, but it did experience significant wobbling when it first opened to the public in 2000. It was temporarily closed and modifications were made to reduce the wobbling before it was reopened in 2002.
h. False. Sir Norman Foster was not involved in the design of the Millennium Bridge.
i. True.
j. True. The Gherkin's distinctive shape and reflective exterior make it visible from many parts of London.
k. False. The Gherkin was designed to be energy-efficient and has won several awards for its sustainable design features.