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Who discovered Insulin?
The Scottish physician and researcher John MacLeod (1876–1935) was the co-discoverer of insulin, used to treat diabetes.
Where do the Laurence Olivier Awards take place?
London
How long is Hannukah celebrated for?
8 days
When did the Glorious Revolution happen?
In 1688, important Protestants in England asked William to invade England and proclaim himself king. When William reached England, there was no resistance. This event was later called the ‘Glorious Revolution’ because there was no fighting in England and because it guaranteed the power of Parliament, ending the threat of a monarch ruling on his or her own as he or she wished.
What was the purpose of the Corn Laws in 1846?
Corn Laws in 1846 had prevented the import of cheap grain.
Who is able to change the Prime Minister during his/her term?
The Prime Minister can be changed if the MPs in the governing party decide to do so, or if he or she wishes to resign. The Prime Minister usually resigns if his or her party loses a General Election.
How many times has the UK hosted the Olympic Games?
The UK has hosted the Olympic Games on three occasions: 1908, 1948 and 2012. The main Olympic site for the 2012 Games was in Stratford, East London
Which organization looks after the Edinburgh Castle?
Historic Scotland
Where did Charles II hide to escape from Cromwell’s army?
In an oak tree
Who invaded the Falkland Islands in 1982?
Argentina
Where is the best preserved prehistoric village “Skara Brae on Orkney” located?
Scotland
How long is the Bayeux Tapestry?
The Battle of Hastings is commemorated in a great piece of embroidery, known as the Bayeux Tapestry which is 70 meters long.
What does the “R” Plate stand for?
Restricted Driver
How many Houses did the Scottish Parliament have in the middle ages?
How many Houses did the Scottish Parliament have in the middle ages?
How many members does a jury have in Scotland?
15
What is known as the Bessemer process?
The development of the Bessemer process for the mass production of steel led to the development of the shipbuilding industry and the railways.
Which clan was killed because of not taking an oath?
The MacDonalds of Glencoe
What is the British Constitution often described as?
Unwritten
Why was Mary known as “Bloody Mary”?
She persecuted Protestants
What event is known as the evacuation of 300,000 people from the beaches?
The Dunkirk spirit
Many civilian volunteers in small pleasure and fishing boats from Britain helped the Navy to rescue more than 300,000 men from the beaches around Dunkirk. The evacuation gave rise to the phrase ‘the Dunkirk spirit’.
When did the English Civil war begin?
1642
What did the Chartists campaign for?
In the 1830s and 1840s, a group called the Chartists campaigned for reform. They wanted six changes:
for every man to have the vote elections every year for all regions to be equal in the electoral system secret ballots for any man to be able to stand as an MP for MPs to be paid.
What is the Church of England usually known as in other countries?
The official Church of the state is the Church of England, called the Anglican Church in other countries and the Episcopal Church in Scotland and the United States.
Who designed the Cenotaph?
Sir Edwin Lutyens was responsible for many war memorials throughout the world, including the Cenotaph in Whitehall. The Cenotaph is the site of the annual Remembrance Day service attended by the Queen and many others.
