Which stream through central Seoul was uncovered and restored in 2005 after an elevated highway above it was removed?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Cheonggyecheon
- Step 1: The stream had been paved over in the 1950s and 1960s. Step 2. The city removed the highway and brought back the waterway. Answer: Cheonggyecheon. Why not the others: The others are other streams that were not restored in this way.
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