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1. www.bbc.co.uk · learningenglish · featuresBBC Learning English - Lingohack / Working on Big Ben

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   Sep 19, 2024 · hammer – object which hits the bell to make a sound. Answer this… Why did a crack appear when Big Ben was struck in 1858? Transcript. Countdown to completion.

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4. www.youtube.com · watchBig Ben's First Chime : The Day London Heard a New Sound!

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   Sep 14, 2024 · Did you know that Big Ben didn't always chime? 😲 Find out when the iconic clock tower first struck a chord and changed the city forever! 🕰️ Watch now in our "Today in History" series.

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5. www.funtrivia.com · trivia-quiz · WorldBig Ben: London's Invisible Landmark Quiz | World | 10 Questions

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   2 days ago · Big Ben chimes the hours each day every day, which means it chimes 156 times a day. Residents within earshot of the bell (thankfully not that many) report that after a few months you don't even notice the sound.

6. jenniferleclaire.org · articles · prophetic-visionProphetic Vision: Big Ben Hangs at the 11th Hour - Jennifer ...

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   It was as if there were only moments left before we would hear the reverberating sound of the massive hammer striking the bell to mark a new day. I heard the Lord say, “When Big Ben strikes 12, there will be a shift in the nation.”

7. travelparegrine.com · big-ben-in-london10 BEST FACTS ABOUT BIG BEN IN LONDON IN 2024

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   Sep 6, 2024 · The allure of Big Ben in London transcends mere sightseeing; it encapsulates a profound sense of awe and wonder that resonates with all who stand in its presence. From the intricate details etched into its grand facade to the melodic chimes that echo through the air, every aspect of this majestic structure tells a story waiting to be discovered.

8. journalsblog.com · weekly-roundup · historicalHistorical Insights into Big Ben | Official Website

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   Sep 1, 2024 · Big Ben, perhaps one of London's most iconic structures, was completed in 1859 and has since stood as a symbol of both London and the United Kingdom. Positioned at the north end of the Palace of Westminster, the tower holds the Great Bell known as Big Ben, which weighs over 13 tons.

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   Why does Big Ben sound like a hammer?

   • This crack appeared when Big Ben was struck during a test in 1858. The hammer was too heavy, but it gives the bell its unique tone. It should be 'E' - the note E , but it does give it a slightly flat sound, a very serious sound, in fact. No change to the bell whatsoever because it's become the familiar, the familiar note.

   BBC Learning English - Lingohack / Working on Big Ben

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   What hammer strikes Big Ben?

   • The Great Westminster Clock is home to a 200 kilogram hammer that strikes Big Ben. Exclusive recording made directly behind the bell - Big Ben. After the hammer strikes the bell, you can hear the sound reverberate long after the strike.

   BBC - London - The chimes of Big Ben - BBC News

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   What does the sound of Big Ben resemble?

   • The sound of Big Ben demonstrates the difference between the speed of light and sound. At the base of the tower, you will hear the sound one-sixth of a second after the bell is struck. Big Ben is 96 metres high or 314 feet.

   The Big Guide to Big Ben | 8 Interesting Big Ben Facts You Need to Know

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   Why does Big Ben sound flat?

   • There's one piece of damage here that’s been deliberately left alone. This crack appeared when Big Ben was struck during a test in 1858. The hammer was too heavy, but it gives the bell its unique tone. It should be 'E' - the note E , but it does give it a slightly flat sound, a very serious sound, in fact.

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10. www.wikiwand.com · en · articlesBig Ben - Wikiwand articles

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    Aug 30, 2024 · The sound of the clock chiming has also been used this way in audio media; the Westminster Quarters are imitated by other clocks and other devices, but the sound of Big Ben is preferred as the original and best.