Motorway system surrounding London - Worksheet

The worksheet focuses on the motorway system surrounding London, the capital city of the United Kingdom. It serves as an educational resource to help learners identify and understand the key motorways that connect London to various parts of the country. The first question asks students to name the motorway that encircles London, providing a ring road around the city. Subsequent questions delve into specific motorways, requesting students to identify which motorway offers a direct route from the north of England to London, the motorway that connects London to Wales, and the one linking London with Birmingham. These questions aim to enhance students' geographical understanding of the UK's road network and its pivotal connections to the capital.

In addition to the motorway-focused questions, the worksheet also prompts students to reflect on London's status as the capital and its significance within the UK. It asks why London is the capital city, encouraging learners to consider historical, political, and cultural factors. Another question explores London's geographical location and its accessibility, prompting students to think about how the city's positioning and transport infrastructure make it a hub that is reachable from various parts of the country and beyond. This part of the worksheet aims to provide a broader context to the importance of London's motorway system and its role in national connectivity.