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5. Eiffel Tower

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    Consolidating information about the Eiffel Tower
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  • In what year was the Eiffel Tower built ?
    1889
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  • Why was the Eiffel Tower built ?
    Built for the World's Fair to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution
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  • What colour is the Eiffel Tower currently painted ?
    A bronze called 'Eiffel Tower brown'
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  • How often is the Eiffel Tower repainted ?
    Every 7 years
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  • How tall is the Eiffel Tower ?
    Over 300 meters tall
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  • Which building is currently taller than the Eiffel Tower ?
    The Chrysler Building in New York City
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  • Who designed the Eiffel Tower ?
    Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel
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  • How many pieces or iron make up the Eiffel Tower ?
    More than 18 000 pieces of iron
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  • For how long was the Eiffel Tower meant to stay originally ?
    Only 20 years
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  • What happens when the sun heats the Eiffel Tower ?
    The iron heats and the Eiffel Tower expands up about 7 inches
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  • Approximately how many people visit the Eiffel Tower every year ?
    7 million people
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  • What does the Eiffel Tower help with in Paris ?
    Antennas on the Tower help with communication in Paris
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  • Where is the Eiffel Tower ? Provide city and country
    Paris, France
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  • Why did people originally dislike the Eiffel Tower ?
    They thought it was ugly and they were scared it could fall
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  • True or false: The Eiffel Tower is very wind resistant
    True - but it can sway up to 5 inches in HEAVY wind
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