10-20 Flashcards by Lindsay Pell

What is the best-known work from Robert Burns?

Auld Lang Syne
Hamlet
A rose by another name
George’s Marvellous Medicine

Auld Lang Syne, which is sung by people in the UK and other countries when they are celebrating the New Year (or Hogmanay as it is called in Scotland).

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Which of the following crosses does NOT form part of the Union Flag?

The cross of St George, patron saint of England
The cross of St David, patron saint of Wales
The cross of St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland
The cross of St Andrew, patron saint of Scotland

The cross of St David, patron saint of Wales does not form part of the Union Flag because, when the first Union Flag was created in 1606 from the flags of Scotland and England, the Principality of Wales was already united with England.

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Which of the following statements is TRUE?

For some Scottish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than Christmas
For some Scottish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than New Year’s Eve
For some Welsh people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than Christmas
For some Irish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than New Year’s Eve

In Scotland, the 31st December is called Hogmanay and 2 January is also a public holiday. For some Scottish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than Christmas.

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What British actor was best known for his roles in various Shakespeare plays?

Sir Laurence Olivier
Joseph Turner
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Tim Rice

Laurence Olivier Awards take place annually at different venues in London. There are a variety of categories, including best director, best actor and best actress. The awards are named after the British actor Sir Laurence Olivier, late Lord Olivier, who was best known for his roles in various Shakespeare plays.

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When was the Treaty of Rome signed?

25th May 1957
25th March 1957
28th May 1957
28th March 1957

25 March 1957

The European Union (EU), originally called the European Economic Community (EEC), was set up by six western European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands) who signed the Treaty of Rome on 25 March 1957.

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Who composed a suite of pieces themed around the planets and the solar system called ‘The Planets’?

The Edward Elgar
George Frederick Handel
Gustav Holst
Sir William Walton

Gustav Holst

Important British composers include Gustav Holst, whose work includes The Planets, a suite of pieces themed around the planets and the solar system.

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What was the population of the UK in 1998?

40 million
50 million
55 million
57 million

The population of the UK in 1998 was 57 million people.

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How old was Queen Victoria when she became Queen in 1837?

A week old
4 years old
20 years old
18 years old

In 1837, Queen Victoria became queen of the UK at the age of 18.

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When did the First World War start?

1912
1914
1942
1940

1914

On 28 June 1914, Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated. This set off a chain of events leading to the First World War (1914-18).

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Who directed the movie ‘The Killing Fields’ in 1984?

Roland Joffé
Hugh Hudson
Kevin MacDonald
Nicolas Roeg

Rolland Joffe

The Killing Fields (1984) was directed by Roland Joffé.

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Which court deals with minor criminal offences in Scotland?

The Justice of the Peace Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court

The Justice of the Peace Court

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What name is given to the elected members of the Welsh Assembly?

MSPs
AMs
MLAs
MPs

In Wales the elected members are known as AMs or Assembly Members.

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How many Welsh-language channels are there in Wales?

None
One
Two
Three

One

Because they’re Welsh and nobody cares.

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How many British casualties were recorded during the First World War?

More than 2 million people
More than 3 million people
More than 4 million people
More than 5 million people

More than 2 million people

During the First World War millions of people were killed or wounded, with more than 2 million British casualties.

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Why did Henry VIII decide to divorce Catherine of Aragon?

She was unpopular in the country
She was too old to give him another child
For political reasons
She was accused of taking lovers to the Palace

She was too old to give him another child

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How many local authorities are there in London?

22
25
33
43

33
London has 33 local authorities, with the Greater London Authority and the Mayor of London coordinating policies across the capital.

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When did British combat troops leave Iraq?

In 2004
In 2005
In 2006
In 2009

2009

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Which of the following is a criminal offence?

Selling tobacco to someone under the age of 18
Owing money to someone
Discrimination in the workplace
Selling faulty goods or services

Selling tobacco to someone under the age of 18

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he line ‘all the world’s a stage’ belongs to which of the following plays or poems written by William Shakespeare?

Romeo and Juliet
Hamlet
As You Like It
Sonnet 18

As You Like It

‘All the world’s a stage’ are lines from William Shakespeare’s play As You Like It.

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What architectural style became popular in the 19th century?

Corinthian
Barroco
Medieval Gothic
Art Deco

Medieval Gothic

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Which of the following gardens is NOT located in England?

Mount Stewart
Kew Gardens
Sissinghurst
Hidcote

Mount Stewart

There are famous gardens to visit throughout the UK, including Kew Gardens, Sissinghurst and Hidcote in England, Crathes Castle and Inveraray Castle in Scotland, Bodnant Garden in Wales, and Mount Stewart in Northern Ireland.

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Which court deals with serious criminal offences in Northern Ireland?

The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The High Court

Crown court

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When was the Scottish Parliament formed?

In 2000
In 2002
In 1999
In 1998

1999

The Scottish Parliament was formed in 1999.

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What name is given to the elected members of the Scottish Parliament?

MSPs
AMs
MLAs
MPs

MSPs

Elected members of the Scottish Parliament are known as Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs).

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The Man Booker Prize for Fiction is awarded annually for the best fiction novel written by an author from: The Commonwealth, Ireland or Zimbabwe The European Union, Zambia or Zimbabwe The Commonwealth, the USA or Australia The European Union, Canada or Australia

Commonwealth, Ireland or Zimbabwe The Man Booker Prize for Fiction is awarded annually for the best fiction novel written by an author from the Commonwealth, Ireland or Zimbabwe. It has been awarded since 1968.

How many British citizens left the country between 1853 and 1913? 10 million 13 million 15 million 18 million

13 million

Who directed the movie ‘Brief Encounter’ in 1945? Alfred Hitchcock Hugh Hudson Carol Reed David Lean

David Lean Brief Encounter (1945) was directed by David Lean.

According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Hindu? 0.5% 1% 1.5% 3%

1.5%

Where was Margaret Thatcher born? Buckinghamshire Cheshire Lincolnshire Bedfordshire

Lincolnshire Margaret Thatcher was the daughter of a grocer from Grantham in Lincolnshire.

Jenson Button is a famous: British poet Football player Tennis player Formula 1 driver

Formula 1 driver Jenson Button is a famous Formula 1 driver.

Who introduced the Statute of Rhuddlan by which Wales annexed to the Crown of England in 1284? King Edward I of England Robert the Bruce King Henry V William III of England

King Edward I of England In 1284 King Edward I of England introduced the Statute of Rhuddlan, which annexed Wales to the Crown of England.

Which hill fort from the Iron Age can be seen in the county of Dorset? Conwy Castle Caernarfon Castle Edinburgh Castle Maiden Castle

Maiden Castle

On which of the following issues the Northern Ireland Assembly CANNOT make decisions? Health Education The Environment Planning

Planning The Northern Ireland Assembly can make decisions on issues such as education, agriculture, the environment, health and social services.

Who was the first person to sail single-handed around the world in 1966/67? Sir Robin Knox-Johnston Sir Francis Chichester Sir Francis Drake Dame Ellen MacArthur

Sir Francis Chichester

In 1837, Queen Victoria became queen of the UK at the age of 20. True False

18 In 1837, Queen Victoria became queen of the UK at the age of 18.

Where is the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) located? Aberdeen Glasgow Edinburgh Dundee

Glasgow The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) is in Glasgow.

How many members has the Council of Europe? 15 47 190 5

47 The Council of Europe is separated from the EU. It has 47 member countries, including the UK, and is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in those countries.

In the second half of the 19th century there was an important group of artists who painted detailed pictures on religious or literary themes in bright colours. These were known as: The Pre-Raphaelites Suffragettes Chartists Elizabethans

Pre-Raphaelites The Pre-Raphaelites were an important group of artists in the second half of the 19th century. They painted detailed pictures on religious or literary themes in bright colours. The group included Holman Hunt, Dante Gabriel Rossetti and Sir John Millais.

What was the population of the UK in 1901? 20 million 40 million 30 million 50 million

40 million

Which British scientist co-invented the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scanner? Sir Peter Mansfield Sir Robert Edwards Patrick Steptoe Sir Tim Berners-Lee

Sir Peter Mansfield

What Treaty established the European Economic Union in 1957? The Treaty of Rome The Treaty of Vienna The Treaty of Brussels The Act of Union

The Treaty of Rome The European Union (EU), originally called the European Economic Community (EEC), was set up by six western European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands) who signed the Treaty of Rome on 25 March 1957.

Who was known as the Iron Duke? The Duke of Edinburgh The Duke of Normandy The Duke of Wellington The Duke of Lancaster

The Duke of Wellington In 1815, the French Wars ended with the defeat of the Emperor Napoleon by the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo. Wellington was known as the Iron Duke and later became Prime Minister.

When did Argentina invade the Falklands Islands? In 1980 In 1982 In 1984 In 1992

1982

According to 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Sikh? 0.1% 0.5% 0.8% 2%

0.8%

Which of the following are British overseas territories? Ireland The Canary Islands St Helena The Falkland Islands

St Helena The Falkland Islands There are several British overseas territories in other parts of the world, such as St Helena and the Falkland Islands. They are also linked to the UK but are not part of it.

When did Alexander Fleming win the Nobel Prize in medicine for the discovery of the penicillin? In 1935 In 1945 In 1950 In 1952

1945

Which British actor has recently won an Oscar? Hugh Laurie Colin Firth Jude Law Charles Chaplin

Colin Firth

How many senior MPs are appointed by the Prime Minister? Less than 10 About 15 About 20 More than 25

About 20

Who won an Olympic gold medal in the pentathlon in 1972? Sir Ian Botham Mary Peters Dame Kelly Holmes Jessica Ennis

Mary Peters

When were the Houses of Parliament built? In the 17th century In the 18th century In the 19th century In the 20th century

In the 19th century The Houses of Parliament and St Pancras Station were built in the 19th century, as were the town halls in cities such as Manchester and Sheffield.

How many volunteers work for the National Trust? More than 71,000 More than 81,000 More than 61,000 More than 91,000

More than 61,000

What was the population of the UK in 1851? 20 million 40 million 30 million 50 million

20 million

Which religious community celebrates Vaisakhi? Muslim Hindu Sikh Jewish

Sikh

How can you visit the Northern Ireland Assembly (choose TWO options)? Contacting the Education Service Contacting an MSP Contacting an MLA Arranging a tour through the visitor services

Contacting the Education Service Contacting an MLA There are two ways to arrange a visit to the Northern Ireland Assembly at Stormont. You can either contact the Education Service (details are on the Northern Ireland Assembly website at http://www.niassembly.gov.uk) or contact an MLA.

When was the first television broadcast made? In 1922 In 1932 In 1942 In 1952

In 1932 Scotsman John Logie Baird made the first television broadcast between London and Glasgow.

ow many Russian and Polish Jews came to Britain to escape prosecution between 1870 and 1914? Around 120,000 Around 150,000 Around 200 Around 400

Around 120,000

When was the National Health System (NHS) established? 1945 1948 1952 1934

1948

According to the 2011 census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Christian? 35% 55% 70% 59%

59% According to the 2011 Census, 59% of people identified themselves as Christians.

Many MPs, Assembly members, MSPs and MEPs hold regular local events where constituents can go in person to talk about issues that are of concern to them. These are known as: Hansard Local ‘surgeries’ Local ‘meetings’ Constituents ‘reunions’

Local ‘surgeries’

Which golf ‘Major’ tournament is hosted by a different golf course every year? The Open Championship The PGA Championship The Masters Tournament The U.S. Open

The Open Championship

How can you visit the Scottish Parliament? Arranging a tour through the visitor services Contacting the Education Service Contacting an AM Contacting an MP

Arranging a tour through the visitor services

Which of the following gardens is located in Wales? Bodnant Garden Kew Gardens Hidcote Sissinghurst

Bodnant Garden

How often are the elections for the European Parliament held? Every year Every two years Every four years Every five years

Every five years

Where are the ancestors of the first farmers to arrive in Britain believed to come from? North-east Europe North-west Europe South-east Europe South-west Europe

South-east Europe The first farmers arrived in Britain 6,000 years ago. The ancestors of these first farmers probably came from south-east Europe.

Who directed the movie ‘Chariots of Fire’ in 1981? Mike Newell Hugh Hudson Kevin MacDonald Nicolas Roeg

Chariots of Fire (1981) was directed by Hugh Hudson.

In which TWO cases may a person who has been summoned to do jury service be exempted from doing it: If they have a criminal conviction If they have children If they provide a good reason to be excused, such as ill health If they have to go to work

If they have a criminal conviction | If they provide a good reason to be excused, such as ill health

What actions did Henry VII take after his victory in the Wars of the Roses? Reduced the power of the nobles Broke away with the Church of Rome Converted Britain to the Christianism Increased the power of the nobles

Reduced the power of the nobles After his victory in the Wars of the Roses, Henry VII wanted to make sure that England remained peaceful and that his position as king was secure. He deliberately strengthened the central administration of England and reduced the power of the nobles.

Which Court deals with the most serious civil cases in Scotland? The High Court The Sheriff Court The Court of Session The Crown Court

The Court of Session More serious civil cases – for example, when a large amount of compensation is being claimed – are dealt with in the High Court of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In Scotland, they are dealt with in the Court of Session in Edinburgh.

What percentage of the British population has a parent or grandparent born outside of the UK as a result of post-war immigration? Nearly 5% of the population Nearly 10% of the population Nearly 15% of the population Nearly 25% of the population

Nearly 10% of the population | Post-war immigration means that nearly 10% of the population has a parent or grandparent born outside the UK.

Which of the following is NOT a function of the House of Lords? Suggest amendments to existing laws Check laws that have been passed by the House of Commons Propose new laws Cancel existing laws

Cancel existing laws

When was the Giant’s Causeway formed? 20 million years ago 40 million years ago 50 million years ago 15 million years ago

50 million years ago

What British writer created the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes? Sir Kingsley Amis Robert Louis Stevenson Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Jane Austen

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a Scottish doctor and writer. He was best known for his stories about Sherlock Holmes, who was one of the first fictional detectives.

How can you visit the Welsh Assembly? Contacting the Education Service Contacting the Assembly Booking Service Contacting an MP Contacting an MLA

Contacting the Assembly Booking Service

Where is the National Horseracing Museum located? In Newmarket, Suffolk In St Andrews, Scotland In Richmond, London In Aintree, near Liverpool

The National Horseracing Museum is located in Newmarket, Suffolk.