life in uk Flashcards
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fundemnetals principle of british lfie
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The fundamental principles of British life include: democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, and participation in community life
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ceaser
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Julius Caesar led a Roman invasion of Britain in 55 BC.
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Which name is given to the tombs where people buried their dead during the Bronze Age?
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During the Bronze Age people lived in roundhouses and buried their dead in tombs called round barrows.
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bills
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The Bill of Rights, 1689, confirmed the rights of Parliament and the limits of the king’s power. Parliament took control of who could be monarch and declared that the king or queen must be a Protestant
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Who designed the Clifton Suspension Bridge located over the Avon George?
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The Clifton Suspension Bridge was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and is spanning the Avon Gorge.
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During the Middle Ages, England was an important trading nation and people came to England from abroad to trade and also to work. Where did the glass manufacturers come from?
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italy
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Who was the first Archbishop of Canterbury?
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St Augustine
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Who was the first wife of Henry VIII?
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Catherine of Aragon was the first wife of Henry VIII.
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wales
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The Welsh dragon does not appear on 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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concrordeee
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The Concorde first flew in 1969 and began carrying passengers in 1976.
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coins
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They made the first coins to be minted in Britain, some inscribed with the names of Iron Age kings.
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When did Emmeline Pankhurst set up the Women’s Franchise League, which fought to get the vote in local elections for married women?
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Incorrect
Emmeline Pankhurst was born in Manchester in 1858. She set up the women‘s Franchise League in 1889, which fought to get the vote in local elections for married women. In 1903 she helped found the Women‘s Social and Political Union (WSPU).
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In which English county is the monument of Stonehenge located?
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The ancestors of these first farmers probably came from south-east Europe. These people built houses, tombs and monuments on the land. One of these monuments,Stonehenge, still stands in what is now the English county of Wiltshire.
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What is the best-known work from Robert Burns?
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Auld Lang Syne
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Which of the following crosses does NOT form part of the Union Flag
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The cross of St David, patron saint of Wales
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What British actor was best known for his roles in various Shakespeare plays?
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Sir Laurence Olivier
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islamabad
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Isambard Kingdom Brunel was responsible for constructing the Great Western Railway, which was the first major railway built in Britain.
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hadirans wall
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Parts of Hadrian‘s Wall include the forts of Housesteads and Vindolanda.
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What was the name of the first cloned mammal?
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Dolly the sheep.
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pop
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Between 1853 and 1913, as many as 13 million British citizens left the country
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Who was known as the Iron Duke?
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the Duke of Wellington
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argentina
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In 1982, Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, a British overseas territory in the South Atlantic
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When did the Roman army leave Britain?
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AD 410
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When was Emmeline Pankhurst born?
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Manchester in 1858
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hencry vii
Henry VII was the leader of the House of Lancaster.
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harrier jump jet
The Harrier jump jet, an aircraft capable of taking off vertically, was also designed and developed in the UK.
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deaths
Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard were accused of taking lovers and executed.
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Which two scientists led a team which was the first to succeed in cloning a mammal, Dolly the sheep?
Sir Ian Wilmot and Keith Campbell
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Which famous philosopher developed ideas about human nature during the 18th century and that have continued to influence philosophers over the years?
During the 18th century, David Hume‘s ideas about human nature continue to influence philosophers.
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conrdoe
The ‘Concorde‘ began carrying passengers in 1976.
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Which prehistoric village located in northern Europe has helped archaeologists to understand more about how people lived near the end of the Stone Age?
Skara Brae on Orkney, off the north coast of Scotland, is the best preserved prehistoric village in northern Europe, and has helped archaeologists to understand more about how people lived near the end of the Stone Age.
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Where in England was one of the Anglo-Saxon kings buried with treasure and armour?
The burial place of one of the Anglo-Saxon kings was at Sutton Hoo in modern Suffolk
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howard
Catherine Howard was a cousin of Anne Boleyn
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y
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york
The symbol of York during the Wars of the Roses was a white rose.
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The Swinging Sixties
During which movement the Parliament passed laws giving women the right to equal pay and made it illegal for employees to discriminate against women because of their gender
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Where can you find a statue of Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni and one of the tribal leaders who fought against the Romans?
There is a statue of Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni, on Westminster Bridge in London, near the Houses of Parliament.
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Oliver cromwell
Britain was a republic under the leadership of Oliver Cromwell for 11 years.
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spanish armada
Elizabeth I became one of the most popular monarchs in English history, particularly after 1588, when the English defeated the Spanish Armada (a large fleet of ships), which had been sent by Spain to conquer England and restore Catholicism.
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concorde
The ‘Concorde‘ was retired from service in 2003
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middle ages
During the Middle Ages, people came to England from abroad to trade and also to work. Many had special skills, such as weavers from France, engineers from Germany, glass manufacturers from Italy and canal builders from Holland.
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swinging sixties
The decade of the 1960s was a period of significant social change. It was known as the ‘swinging sixties’. There was growth in British fashion, cinema and popular music
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parents
Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn were the parents of Elizabeth I
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era
During the Victorian period, the British Empire grew to cover all of India, Australia and large parts of Africa.
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storne age
The first people to live in Britain were hunter-gatherers, in what we call the Stone Age.
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Wales
During the reign of Henry VIII, Wales became formally united with England by the Act for the Government of Wales.
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ireland-
Which flag has a diagonal red cross on a white ground?
The cross of St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, is a diagonal red cross on a white ground
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After the Black Death, new social classes appeared in England, including owners of large areas of land known as:
Gentry
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first world war
The First World War ended at 11.00 am on 11th November 1918 with victory for Britain and its allies.
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Bronze Age
Around 4,000 years ago, people learned to make bronze. We call this period the Bronze Age
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Who was Boudicca
One of the tribal leaders who fought against the Romans was Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni in what is now eastern England.
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What actions did Henry VII take after his victory in the Wars of the Roses?
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
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How were Elizabeth I and ‘Mary, Queen of Scots’ related
Mary, Queen of Scots’ was Elizabeth I’s cousin.
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Choose the correct answer, the Middle Ages was:
The Middle Ages (or the medieval period) was a time of almost constant war.
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nato
NATO stands for The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation
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thatcher
Margaret Thatcher, Britain’s first woman Prime Minister, led the Conservative government from 1979 to 1990
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the roamns
The Romans remained in Britain for 400 years. They built roads and public buildings, created a structure of law, and introduced new plants and animals.
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constitutional monarchy
The Romans remained in Britain for 400 years. They built roads and public buildings, created a structure of law, and introduced new plants and animals.
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alan turing
A Turing machine is a theoretical mathematical device invented by Alan Turing (1912-54), a British mathematician, in the 1930s.
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hosue of lords and hosue of prarilaiment
In the Middle Ages, the numbers attending Parliament increased and two separate parts, known as Houses were established. These were the House of the Commons on the House of the Lords
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queeen victoria
In 1837, Queen Victoria became queen of the UK at the age of 18. She reigned until 1901, almost 64 years.
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admrialo nelsosn ship
Admiral Nelson’s ship was known as the HMS Victory
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Which of the following was one of the commanders in the defeat of the Spanish Armada and one of the founders of England’s naval tradition?
Sir Francis Drake was one of the commanders in the defeat of the Spanish Armada and one of the founders of England’s naval tradition.
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tim berners lee
The inventor of the World Wide Web, Sir Tim Berners-Lee (1955-), is British. Information was successfully transferred via the web for the first time on 25 December 1990.
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When did the Wars of the Roses start?
In 1455, a civil war was begun to decide who should be king of England. It was fought between the supporters of two families: the House of Lancaster and the House of York. This war was called the Wars of the Roses, because the symbol of Lancaster was a red rose and the symbol of York was a white rose.
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eec
At first the UK did not wish to join the EEC but it eventually did so in 1973.
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Who defeated the French at the battle of Agincourt in 1415?
King Henry V’
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Which British Prime Minister nationalised major industries including coal and steel?
Clement Attlee
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Who was the first Archbishop of Canterbury?
St Augustine became the first Archbishop of Canterbury.
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Which British explorer mapped the coast of Australia?
Captain James Cook
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iron age - main occupations of the people during the Iron Age
farmers, craft workers or warriors
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What was the name of Sir Francis Drake’s ship and which was one of the first to sail around the world
the Golden Hind
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Why did Henry VIII marry Anne of Cleves?
Henry married Anne of Cleves for political reasons but divorced her soon after.
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american colonie s
In 1776, 13 American colonies declared their independence, stating that people had a right to establish their own governments
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Where was Catherine of Aragon (the first wife of Henry VIII) from?
Catherine of Aragon was a Spanish princess
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When did the post-war economic boom come to an end?
In the late 1970s, the post-war economic boom came to an end.
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Who sat at the House of Commons during the Middle Ages?
Knights and wealthy people from towns and cities
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Which of the following words come from the Anglo-Saxon language?
Apple’ and ‘summer
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How old was the Queen of Scotland, Mary Stuart, when she became queen?
a week old
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Who wrote a famous series of poems in English about a group of people going to Canterbury on a pilgrimage and known as ‘The Canterbury Tales’?
Geoffrey Chaucer
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Which of the following is NOT a British invention of the 20th century?
Radioactivity is not a British invention
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bulgaria
Bulgaria was not part of the Allies during the Second World War.
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Which famous architect designed St Paul’s Cathedral after it was destroyed by a fire in 1666?
Sir Christopher Wren
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Who proposed that enemy aircrafts could be detected by radio waves and is responsible for the development of the radar?
Sir Robert Watson-Watt
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Who sat at the House of Lords during the Middle Ages?
Great landowners and bishops
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Which of the following countries was NOT part of the Central Powers during the First World War?
During the First World War Serbia formed part of the Allied powers.
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who was the first enlfh prme minster
Sir Robert Walpole
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Robert Burns
scottish poet
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Church of England
Henry VIII
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What name is given to the period in the 18th century when new ideas about politics, philosophy and science were developed?
the Enlightenment
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Magna Carta
The Magna Carta (which means the Great Charter
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When did the Wars of the Roses end
1485
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Who was the British Minister after Margaret Thatcher
John Major
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Who defeated Emperor Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815?
The Duke of Wellington
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What was the symbol of the House of Tudor
A red rose with a white rose inside it
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Which famous economist developed ideas about economics during the 18th century and which are still referred to today?
Adam Smith
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Who invented the cash-dispensing ATM (automatic teller machine) or ‘cashpoint’?
James Goodfellow
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What is the meaning of the term ‘Habeas corpus’?
you must present the person in court’
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Which German princess got married with Henry VIII?
Anne of Cleves was a German princess who married Henry VIII for political reasons.
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What was the most spoken language during the Iron Age?
celtic
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Which of the following was one of the most famous battles of the Hundred Years War?
the Battle of Agincourt
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During the Middle Ages, England was an important trading nation and people came to England from abroad to trade and also to work. Where did the engineers come from?
germany
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henry vii
had 6 wives
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When did the English become the preferred language of the royal court and Parliament?
in 1400
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What was Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni in what is now eastern England, known for?
Her rebellion against the Romans
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when was the hoeecraft invtened
in the 1950s
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What did the Chartists campaign fo
he right to vote for the working classes and other people without property
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Emmeline Pankhurst
died in 1928
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How old was Queen Victoria when she became Queen in 1837?
18 years old
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Which battle signified the end of the Wars of the Roses?
The Wars of the Roses ended with the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485.
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Who became Prime Minister in the UK in May 1940?
winston chrhcill
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When did English settlers begin to colonise the eastern coast of America?
In Elizabeth I’s time
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Black Death
1348
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When did British combat troops leave Iraq?
2009
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The line ‘all the world’s a stage’ belongs to which of the following plays or poems written by William Shakespeare?
As You Like It.
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During the times of Elizabeth I, English settlers began to colonise
the eastern coast of America
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Which TWO families started a civil war to decide who should be king of England in 1455?
In 1455, a civil war was begun to decide who should be king of England. It was fought between the supporters of two families: the House of Lancaster and the House of York.
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Who was in charge of the British fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar?
Admiral Nelson
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Who was the leader of the English Republic?
Oliver Cromwell
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Where was Margaret Thatcher born
Lincolnshire
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Who introduced the Statute of Rhuddlan by which Wales annexed to the Crown of England in 1284?
King Edward I of England
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The decade of the 1960s was a period of significant social change, when there was growth in British fashion, cinema and popular music
true- aka the swinging sxities
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When did Britain and France develop the world’s only supersonic commercial airliner known as ‘The Concorde’?
1960s
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Which was the first major railway built in Britain
The Great Western Railway
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In the 15th century, Henry Tudor, the leader of the House of Lancaster, became:
In 1485, Henry Tudor, the leader of the House of Lancaster, became King Henry VII
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Who defeated the Vikings?
King Alfred the Great
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During the Middle Ages, England was an important trading nation and people came to England from abroad to trade and also to work. Where did the canal builders come from?
Canal builders came from Holland
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The Elizabethan period in England was a time of growing patriotism: a feeling of pride in being English, English explorers sought new trade routes and tried to expand British trade into the Spanish colonies in the Americas:
This statement is TRUE.
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How many crosses form the Union Flag?
The Union Flag has three crosses.
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Who were the suffragettes?
The suffragettes were a group who used civil disobedience to gain the vote for women.
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When did Henry VIII die?
Henry VIII died on the 28th of January 1547.
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Which of the following lines from Shakespeare’s plays and poems is often still quoted?
The darling buds of May’ is a line from William Shakespeare’s play Sonnet 18 – Shall I Compare Thee To A Summer’s Day.
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Which of the following statements about Mary, Queen of the Scotland, is NOT true
she was a protestant- she acc wa s acatholic lmao
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When did Ireland become unified with England, Wales and Scotland?
In 1801
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What was the estimated population of the British Empire during the Victorian period?
More than 400 million people
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central and allied powers
central:
germany, austria-hungary, ottoman empire, bulgaira
allied pwoers- uk,france,russiaaa, italy, USA, belgium,serbia, japan
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Which Act abolished slavery throughout the British Empire in 1833?
The Emancipation Act
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Who became King of England when Queen Anne died in 1714?
George I
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How many British casualties were recorded during the first day of the British attack of the Somme in July 1916 during the First World War?
60,000
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The Welsh dragon on the Welsh flag does not appear on 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 untied with England:
true
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Which two countries developed the ‘Concorde’ aircraft?
france + britian
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Which Scottish physician and researcher co-discovered the insulin used to treat diabetes?
John Macleod
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Who was voted the greatest Briton of all time in 2002
Winston Churchill
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Which of the following social laws were liberalised during the 1960s?
law of abrotion+ divorce
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Who was the mother of Elizabeth I?
Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII had one daughter, Elizabeth I.
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Who were the first people to arrive in Britain in what we call the Stone Age?
hunter-gatherers
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channel speeration
Britain only became permanently separated from the continent by the Channel about 10,000 years ago.
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Who was reigning in England when Wales became formally united with England by the Act for the Government of Wales?
During the reign of Henry VIII, Wales became formally united with England by the Act for the Government of Wales.
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Which TWO of the following are environmental charities
The National Trust and Friends of the Earth are environmental charities.
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Which flag has a diagonal red cross on a white ground?
The cross of St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, is a diagonal red cross on a white ground.
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Which British sportsman won five consecutive gold medals at the Olympic Games in the rowing category?
Sir Steve Redgrave won gold medals in rowing in five consecutive Olympic Games and is one of Britain’s greatest Olympians.
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What is the name of the centrepiece to the Remembrance Day service located in Whitehall, London?
Cenotaph
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When did the Wars of the Roses start?
1455
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How many members does the Scottish Parliament have?
129
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What does the term ‘coalition’ refer to?
The government is usually formed by the party that wins the majority of constituencies. If no party wins a majority, two parties may join together to form a coalition.
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When did the UK formally leave the European Union?
The UK formally left the European Union on 31 January 2020.
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What is the minimum age requirement in the UK to drink wine or beer with a meal provided you are with someone over 18?
16
When they are 16, people can drink wine or beer with a meal in a hotel or restaurant (including eating areas in pubs) as long as they are with someone over 18.
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Who is the spiritual leader of the Church of England?
the Archbishop of Canterbury.
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Civil servants cannot stand for public office:
false
Most citizens of the UK, Ireland or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for public office. There are some exceptions, including: members of the armed forces, civil servants, people found guilty of certain criminal offences.
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The line ‘a rose by any other name’ belongs to which of the following plays or poems written by William Shakespeare?
Romeo and Juliet
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Which British scientist made important discoveries working with steam power?
Scientific discoveries, such as James Watt’s work on steam power, helped the progress of the Industrial Revolution.
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When was the first television broadcast made?
In 1932
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Who invented the hovercraft?
Sir Christopher Cockerell
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Where was Emmeline Pankhurst born?
Mannchetserrr
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Which of the following is a British invention from the 20th century?
the ahrrier jump jet
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wisnton hcuhil death
1965
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During the 17th century there were two main groups in Parliament, which were known as:
the Whigs and the Tories.
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When was the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) established?
1903
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Under which Act was the United Kingdom of Great Britain created?
The Act of Union, known as the Treaty of Union in Scotland, was agreed in 1707, creating the Kingdom of Great Britain.
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When did the first farmers arrive in Britain?
6000 yrs ago
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For which purpose was the Statute of Rhuddlan introduced?
To annex Wales to the Crown of England
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When did Henry VIII start reining?
In April 1509
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Which hill fort from the Iron Age can be seen in the county of Dorset?
Maiden Castle
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Before the 18th century, agriculture was the biggest source of employment in Britain.
agirculturue
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Why was the ‘Habeas Corpus Act’ of 1679 an important piece of legislation?
It guaranteed that no one could be held prisoner unlawfully
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Who was Prime Minister in England from 1721 to 1742?
Sir Robert Walpole
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The Battle of Hastings is commemorated in a great piece of embroidery, which is known as
The Bayeux tapestry
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Which of the following countries did NOT join the European Economic Community when it was first formed in 1957 (choose ONE option)?
UK
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When was Ireland divided into two countries?
1922
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The Middle Ages or medieval times relate to the time that goes from the period after the Norman Conquest until the year:
The period after the Norman Conquest up until about 1485 is called the Middle Ages (or the medieval period).
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When did the Vikings first visit Britain to raid coastal towns and take away goods and slaves?
AD 789
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Where can Admiral Nelson’s ship known as HMS Victory be visited?
Portsmouth
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Who were the Puritans?
A group of Protestants who advocated strict and simple religious doctrine and worship
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What is the name of the battle where the Scottish led by Robert the Bruce defeated the English in 1314?
the Battle of Bannockburn
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Who took the British throne after the death of Henry VIII?
Edward VI.
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Which of the following words comes from the Viking language?
Scunthorpe
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During the Crusades, European Christians fought for the control of:
The Holy Land
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The line ‘to be or not to be’ belongs to which of the following plays or poems written by William Shakespeare?
Hamlet.
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Charles I wanted the worship of the Church of England to include more ceremony and introduced a revised Prayer Book:
true
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What was the name of the project through which the atomic bomb was developed?
he Manhattan Projec
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Who supported the Parliament during the Civil War that began in 1642?
The Roundheads
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What is the meaning of the term the ‘Divine Right of Kings’?
The idea that the king was directly appointed by God to rule
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Who was the first person to lead a Roman invasion in Britain in 55 BC?
Julius Caesar
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key
. When Henry VIII took the title ‘King of Ireland’. English laws were introduced and local leaders were expected to follow the instructions of the Lord Lieutenants in Dublin.
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When was Lincoln Cathedral built?
middle ages or medieval times.
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How old was Edward VI when he died?
15
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What name was given to those who supported the king during the Civil War that began in 1642?
The Cavaliers
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By 1200, the English ruled an area of Scotland known as the Pale, around Edinburgh
false:
By 1200, the English ruled an area of Ireland known as the Pale, around Dublin.
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Who was the Prime Minister of the UK from 1945 to 1951?
Clement Attlee
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Queen Elizabeth I was a Catholic:
false
she was protestant
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When did King Edward I of England introduce the Statute of Rhuddlan by which Wales annexed to the Crown of England?
In 1284
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The settlements of Scottish and English Protestants in Ulster (the northern province of Ireland) during the reigns of Elizabeth I and James I, who took over the land from Catholic landholders is known as:
These settlements were known as plantations.
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Who was the first Briton to win the ‘Tour de France’?
Sir Bradley Wiggins
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What do Ian McEwan, Hilary Mantel and Julian Barnes have in common?
They were awarded with the Man Booker Prize for Fiction
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Who was Henry Purcell?
An organist at Westminster Abbey
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Where is the Giant’s Causeway located?
Northern Ireland
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key
Royal Ascot , a five-day race meeting in Berkshire attended by members of the Royal Family.
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key
In Scotland, some Scotland-specific programmes are shown and there is also a channel with programmes in the Gaelic language.
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Where does the biggest and most well-known Fringe Festival take place?
Edinburgh
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Who composed a suite of pieces themed around the planets and the solar system called ‘The Planets’?
Gustav Holst
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key
The population of the UK in 1998 was 57 million people.
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Who directed the movie ‘The Killing Fields’ in 1984?
Roland Joffé.
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Which TWO of the following castles are located in Scotland?
Inveraray Castle and Crathes Castle
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Where is the Grand National horse racing event celebrated?
In Aintree
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What was Charles Chaplin famous for?
Silent movies
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What percentage of the British population has a parent or grandparent born outside of the UK as a result of post-war immigration?
Nearly 10% of the population
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Which of the following categories is recognised at the Laurence Olivier Awards?
theatre
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natioanl lottery
There is a National Lottery for which draws are made every week
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Where is Europe’s longest dry ski slope located?
Near Edinburgh, in Scotland
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What was the population of the UK in 1600?
population of the UK in 1600 was just over 4 million people.
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When does the Edinburgh Festival take place?
every summer
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Who directed the movie ‘Brief Encounter’ in 1945?
David Lean.
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According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Hindu?
1.5%
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Which landscape architect designed grounds around country houses so that the landscape appeared to be natural, with grass, trees and lakes?
Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown
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Which flower is associated with Scotland?
The thistle is the flower associated with Scotland.
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Where is the centrepiece to the Remembrance Day service known as Cenotaph located?
Whitehall, London
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Where was the first tennis club founded in the UK located?
in leamington spa
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Which famous poem tells the story of the knights at the court of King Arthur?
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
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Which flower is associated with Northern Ireland?
The shamrock is the flower associated with Northern Ireland.
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The longest distance on the mainland in the UK is from John O’Groats on the north coast of Scotland to a location in the south-west corner of England known as
Land’s End
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Which British sportsman won five consecutive gold medals at the Olympic Games in the rowing category?
Sir Steve Redgrave
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fact
For some Scottish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than Christmas
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Who built the Tower of London after becoming king in 1066?
William the Conqueror
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Which of the following sports can be traced as far back as the Roman times?
horse racing in Britain
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Which of the following venues is located in Glasgow?
The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SEC Centre) is located in Glasgow.
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What was the population of the UK in 1801?
8 million
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When did Sir Alfred Hitchcock die?
1980
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When is St George’s Day, patron of England, celebrated?
23rd of April
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How many Welsh-language channels are there in Wales?
one
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According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Jewish?
Less than 0.5%
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Which of the following castles is located in Scotland?
Crathes Castle
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Who were the Pre-Raphaelites?
An important group of artists in the second half of the 19th century
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When was St Pancras Station built?
In the 19th century
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Which of the following gardens is located in Wales?
Bodnant Garden
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Where is the National Gallery of Scotland located?
Edinburgh.
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Who directed the movie ‘Chariots of Fire’ in 1981?
Hugh Hudson
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When was the first tennis club founded in the UK?
1872
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Which TWO universities compete with each other on a rowing race along the River Thames every year?
There is a popular yearly rowing race on the Thames between Oxford and Cambridge Universities.
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What time do pubs usually open during the week?
Pubs are usually open during the day from 11.00 am (12 noon on Sundays).
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In which TWO movie categories does Britain continue to be particularly strong at?
special effects and animation.
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Which notable British artist was a portrait painter who often painted people in country or garden scenery?
Thomas Gainsborough
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During which religious celebration do Muslims sacrifice an animal to eat?
Eid ul Adha
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uk population
The population of the UK in 1700 was 5 million people.
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How many square miles does Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park cover?
720 square miles
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Which British athlete won 16 medals, including 11 gold medals, in races over five Paralympic Games?
Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson
256
What British sportsmen holds a number of English Test cricket records?
Sir Ian Botham
257
What can you find at the ‘Eden Project’?
Giant greenhouses, house plants from all over the world
258
What TWO names are given to the people who give tours at the Tower of London?
Beefeaters
Yeoman Wardens
259
Which of the following is a traditional Scottish food?
haggis
260
How often do the Laurence Olivier Awards take place?
annually
261
What is the name of the annual event that gives awards in a range of musical categories, such as best British group and best British solo artist?
The Brit Awards
262
Where is the five-day race meeting attended by members of the Royal Family and known as Royal Ascot celebrated?
In Berkshire
263
Who wrote ‘The Lord of the Rings’?
JRR Tolkien
264
According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Buddhist?
Less than 0.5%
265
In which category did Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean win gold medals at the Olympic Games in 1984
ice dancing
266
What name is given to the Church of England in Scotland and the United States?
the Episcopal Church
267
Who directed the movie ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’ in 1994?
Mike Newell
268
What was the population of the UK in 1951?
The population of the UK in 1951 was 50 million people.
269
How many ski centres are there in Scotland?
5
270
Which TWO religions celebrate Diwali?
hindu and sikh
271
Which Scottish city is known as the home of golf?
st andrews
272
Which of the following operas was written by Gilbert and Sullivan?
The Mikado
273
Where is Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park located?
west of scotland
274
By what other TWO names is the Church of England known for?
The Anglican Church
The Episcopal Church
275
Who used a system of land ownership known as feudalism?
The Normans
276
In which city is the Welsh Assembly building, also known as Senedd, located?
cardiff. bay
277
What architectural style became popular in the 19th century?
medieval gotchi
278
Which of the following gardens is NOT located in England?
moutn steward
279
Which of the following is NOT a World Heritage Site?
the lomndon eye
280
Which famous murder-mystery play has been running in the west end since 1952 and has had the longest initial run of any show in history
the mousetrap
281
When was the Giant’s Causeway formed?
50 jmillion yrs ago
282
Who was the first person to sail single-handed around the world without stopping?
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston
283
Where is the National Horseracing Museum located?
Newmarket, Suffolk.
284
Which of the following is a popular showcase of mainly theatre and comedy performances and the biggest and most well-known festival that takes place during the Edinburgh Festival?
The Fringe
285
When did motor-car racing start in the UK?
1902
286
Which one of the following gardens is located in Northern Ireland?
Mount Stewart
287
When is the Mercury Music Prize awarded?
septemebr
288
What is the name of the only ‘Grand Slam’ tennis event played on grass?
The Wimbledon Championships
289
What name is given to the candelabrum lit during the eight-day holiday of Hanukkah?
Menorah
290
What charity works for the preservation of important buildings, the coastline and countryside in the UK?
The National Trust
291
Which popular British sport can be traced back to the 15th century?
golf
292
When does Lent take place?
40 dyas before easter
293
Which of the following national galleries is NOT located in London?
The naitoanl museum
294
How much can you be fined if you watch TV but do not have a TV licence?
Up to £1000
295
How old is the clock at the house of the parliament in London, also known as ‘Big Ben’?
150 yrs
296
Which is the oldest tennis tournament in the world?
The Wimbledon Championships
297
Where is the ‘Eden Project’ located?
Cornwall
298
Which of the following is a traditional food from Northern Ireland?
Ulster fry
299
Who is the author of the murder mystery play ‘The Mousetrap’?
Dame Agatha Christie
300
Which flag comprises a red cross on a white ground?
The cross of St George, patron saint of England
301
What is celebrated during Diwali?
The victory of good over evil and the gaining of knowledge
302
According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Christian?
In the 2011 census, 59% of people identified themselves as Christians.
303
Which golf ‘Major’ tournament is hosted by a different golf course every year?
The Open Championship is the only ‘Major’ tournament held outside United States. It is hosted by a different golf course every year.
304
Which British actor has recently won an Oscar?
Sir Anthony Hopkins
305
Which of the following landmarks is the largest expanse of fresh water in mainland Britain?
Loch Lomond
306
What TWO names are given to the day before Lent?
Pancake day
Shrove Tuesday
307
Who wrote the music for the popular show Jesus Christ Superstar?
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
308
Which of the following are public holidays in Scotland (choose TWO options)?
In Scotland, the 1st of January and the 2nd of January are bank holidays.
309
What TWO films were directed by David Lean?
Brief Encounter
Lawrence of Arabia
310
Which Anglo-Saxon poem is about a hero’s battle against monsters and has been translated into modern English?
Beowulf
311
Which of the following movies was directed by Alfred Hitchcock in 1935?
The 39 Steps
312
Which British actor has recently won an Oscar?
Sir Anthony Hopkins
313
What is Dame Ellen MacArthur known for?
She was the fastest person to have sailed around the world single-handed
314
What are Welsh cakes made of?
Flour, dried fruits and spices
315
Where is the London Eye situated?
On the southern bank of the River Thames
316
How often does the Edinburgh Festival take place?
Every summer
317
Where does the most famous sailing event in the UK take place?
Cowes, in the Isle of Wight
318
What is Sir Jackie Stewart famous for?
He won the Formula 1 world championship three times
318
Which British actor has recently won an Oscar?
Colin Firth
319
When is St Andrews Day, patron of the Scotland, celebrated?
30th of November
320
Which organisation has been organising ‘The Proms’ since 1927?
BBC
321
Where is Snowdonia National Park located?
North Wales
322
INTRESITNG
Northern Ireland and Scotland have their own banknotes, which are valid everywhere in the UK. However, shops and businesses do not have to accept them.
323
How many weeks does the orchestral classical music event known as ‘the Proms’ last for?
Eight weeks
324
What is the name of the land formation consisting of columns made of volcanic lava located on the north-east coast of Northern Ireland?
The Giant’s Causeway
325
When were the Houses of the Parliament built?
19TH CENTRUTY
326
When were films first shown publicly in the UK?
1896
327
How long does Diwali last for?
5 days
328
What was the population of the UK in 2005?
Just under 60 million
329
What is the most well-known gallery in Wales?
The National Museum
330
The Man Booker Prize for Fiction is awarded annually for the best fiction novel written by an author from:
The Commonwealth, Ireland or Zimbabwe
331
Which of the following statements regarding Gaelic language is TRUE?
In Scotland, Gaelic (again, a different language) is spoken in some parts of the Highlands and Islands, and in Northern Ireland some people speak Irish Gaelic.
332
Where was the main Olympic site for the 2012 Games?
stratford
333
Who can get a 50% discount on their TV licences?
Blind people
334
Which British city is famous for its celebration of Diwali?
leicester
335
Which of the following British actresses has NOT won an Oscar?
Emily Watson
336
Which of the following sports has a long association with royalty?
Horse racing
337
fact
Hanukkah is a Jewish festival created to remember the Jews’ struggle for religious freedom.
338
What is Hogmanay?
The equivalent of New Year’s Eve in Scotland
339
According to the 2011 census, what percentage of people said that they had no religion?
25%
340
What other name is given to Diwali, the religious celebration that celebrates the victory of good over evil and the gaining of knowledge?
The Festival of Lights
341
What is the name of the highest mountain in Wales?
Snowdon
342
When did rugby originate?
In the 19th century
343
How many volunteers did the National Trust have when it was first formed in 1895?
Three
343
When did modern tennis evolve in England?
In the late 19th century
344
How many National Parks are there in England, Wales and Scotland?
15
345
What is the height of the London Eye?
135 metres
346
Which of the following British poets was inspired by nature?
william wordworth
347
What percentage of the total British population is located in Northern Ireland?
Less than 3%
348
Where is the Scottish Grand National horse racing event celebrated?
Ayr
349
How long does the Hanukkah celebration last for?
8 days
350
What percentage of the total British population is located in Wales?
5%
351
Which of the following movies played an important role in boosting morale during the Second World War?
In Which We Serve
352
Who won the 2012 Olympic gold medal in the heptathlon?
Jessica Ennis
353
What is the name of the annual cultural Welsh festival which includes music, dance, art and original performances largely in Welsh?
The National Eisteddfod of Wales
354
What is the most well-known rugby league (club) competition?
The Super League
355
Where do the Laurence Olivier Awards take place?
london
356
Which of the following is a traditional character of the pantomimes?
the Dame, a woman played by a man.
357
key
Most people live in towns and cities but much of Britain is still countryside.
358
What percentage of the total British population is located in Scotland?
Over 8%
359
Which of the following academy awards is the equivalent of the Oscars in the UK?
The BAFTA Awards
360
Which of the following countries does not take part in the Six Nations Championship?
germa ny
361
Who looks after Edinburgh Castle?
Historic Environment Scotland
362
Who were the pioneers of the IVF (in-vitro fertilisation) therapy?
Sir Robert Edwards and Patrick Steptoe
363
KEY
In the UK, bank holidays of no religious significance are celebrated at the beginning of May, in late May or early June, and in August:
364
What TWO different types of rugby are practised in the UK?
union and league.
365
key
The Laurence Olivier Awards take place annually at different venues in London
366
An additional rented piece of land where people can grow fruit and vegetables is known as:
Allotment
367
Which TWO pop music groups became popular in the 1960s?
The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
368
Which of the following poets wrote poems inspired by Scotland and the traditional stories and songs from the area on the borders of Scotland and England
Sir Walter Scott
369
Which golf ‘Major’ tournament is held outside the United States?
The Open Championship
370
When is the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne celebrated in Northern Ireland?
July
371
Who is the head of the Church of England?
The monarch
372
pope
✅ The Pope is the head of the Roman Catholic Church.
373
Which British writer wrote satirical novels including ‘Brideshead Revisited’?
Evelyn Waugh
374
What was the population of the UK in 1851?
20 million
375
What day does Lent start?
On Ash Wednesday
376
How old do you need to be to be able to apply for a free TV licence?
over 75
377
Which British sportswoman won two gold medals for running in the 2004 Olympic Games?
Dame Kelly Holmes
378
What percentage of the total British population is located in England alone?
84%
379
What was the population of the UK in 2010?
Just over 62 million
380
Which flower is associated with England?
rose
381
In which period did British Film studios flourish?
1930s
382
According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Sikh?
0.8%
383
Which flower is associated with Wales?
Daffodil
384
When is Bonfire Night celebrated?
5th november
385
Which of the following statements regarding television in Northern Ireland is TRUE?
There are programmes specific to Northern Ireland and some programmes broadcast in Irish Gaelic.
386
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
387
The Muslim festival known as Eid ul Adha reminds Muslims of their own commitment to God:
True
388
What was the population of the UK in 1901?
40 million
389
Which charity works for the preservation of buildings in England?
In the UK, many parts of the countryside and places of interest are kept open by the National Trust in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and the National Trust for Scotland. Both are charities that work to preserve important buildings, coastline and countryside in the UK.
390
Which of the following is a traditional Welsh food?
welsh cakes
391
When is the Jewish celebration known as Hanukkah normally celebrated?
Hannukah is in November or December and is celebrated for eight days.
392
What musical award is given during the Mercury Music Prize?
The Mercury Music Prize is awarded each September for the best album from the UK and Ireland.
393
Which TWO of the following water sports are popular in the UK?
rowing and sailing
394
mulism idneificaiton
4%
395
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are elected on the basis of:
Proportional representation
396
The small claims procedure is used in England and Wales for minor disputes for:
claims of less than £10,000 in England and Wales and £3,000 in Scotland and Northern Ireland
397
Which of the following is the responsibility of the Chancellor of the Exchequer?
Economy
398
fact
Proceedings in Parliament are broadcast on television and published in official reports called Hansard.
399
Which of the following organisations has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, including the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms
The Council of Europe
400
How many countries formed the European Economic Community (EEC) when it was first created in 1957?
6
401
Which TWO of the following statements is TRUE with regards to Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) in England, Wales and Scotland?
In England, Wales and Scotland Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) usually work unpaid and do not need legal qualifications.
402
key
The House of Lords is normally more independent of the government than the House of Commons.
403
In Northern Ireland members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) are elected on the basis of
Proportional representation
404
Does Britain have a written constitution?
No
405
When were the United Nations set up?
After the Second World War
406
Where can you find copies of the ‘Hansard’?
In large libraries and at www.parliament.uk
407
How many senior MPs are appointed by the Prime Minister?
about 20
408
Which court deals with cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract and divorce in England and Wales?
County Courts
County Courts deal with a wide range of civil disputes. These include people trying to get back money that is owed to them, cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract, and divorce. In Scotland, most of these matters are dealt with in the Sheriff Court.
409
What is the name of the building where the Scottish Parliament meet?
Holyrood
410
Which court deals with minor criminal cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, most minor criminal cases are dealt with in a Magistrates’ Court. In Scotland, minor criminal offences go to a Justice of the Peace Court.
411
On which issues can the Northern Ireland Assembly NOT make decisions?
health
412
What is the first verse of the National Anthem of the UK ‘God save the King’?
God save our gracious King
413
Who forms the shadow cabinet?
The leader of the opposition appoints senior opposition MPs to be ‘shadow ministers’. They form the shadow cabinet and their role is to challenge the government and put forward alternative policies.
414
How many devolved administrations are there in the UK?
3
415
How often do people who are 70 years old or over need to renew their driving licence?
Every 3 years
416
Which of the following is not a member of the European Union?
NORWAY
417
To whom do new citizens have to swear or affirm loyalty as part of the citizenship ceremony?
The King
418
How can you visit the UK Parliament (choose TWO options)?
Writing to your local MP to ask for tickets
Queueing on the day at the public entrance
419
What is the name of the building where the Northern Ireland Assembly meet?
Stormont
420
Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Commonwealth?
Zimbabwe
421
How often is the electoral register updated?
Every year
422
How many members does the Scottish Parliament have?
129
423
What is the main function of the Council of Europe?
Protect and promote human rights
424
How many members comprise the UN Security Council?
15 members
425
FACT
Members in the Senedd can speak either in English or Welsh, and all of the Senedd\'s publications are in both languages.
426
How many members does the Northern Ireland Assembly have?
90
427
How can you visit the Scottish Parliament?
Arranging a tour through the visitor services
428
How often are the elections for the European Parliament held?
EVERY 5 YRS
429
What name is given to the elected members of the Northern Ireland Assembly?
MLAs (members of the Legislative Assembly).
430
Which senior MP is responsible for issues relating to crime, policing and immigration?
The Home Secretary is responsible for crime, policing and immigration.
431
Which of the following is NOT classified as a criminal offence in the UK?
Unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace is classified as a civil offence.
432
Which court usually deals with the MOST serious civil cases in Scotland?
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.
433
Which court deals with serious criminal offences in Wales?
The Crown Court-Deals with serious criminal cases
High Court-Deals with civil (non-criminal) cases and big appeals
434
When were Protection Orders to protect a person from being forced into a marriage, or to protect a person in a forced marriage introduced for Scotland?
2011
435
Since when have hereditary peers lost the automatic right to attend the House of Lords?
1999
436
What name is given to the elected members of the Welsh government?
SMs
437
How often do the ministers that form the Cabinet meet to make important decisions about government policy?
Weekly
438
How many countries are members of the United Nations?
More than 190 countries
439
What is the system by which the income tax is automatically taken from the employee’s income by their employer and paid directly to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)?
Pay As You Earn” (PAYE)
440
How many local authorities are there in London?
33
441
Who is the head of the state in the UK?
King Charles III
442
Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) are elected on the basis of:
Proportional representation
443
The action of handing out leaflets in the street or knocking on people’s doors to ask for their political support is known as
Canvassing
444
How many members does the Council of Europe have?
47
445
What Treaty established the European Economic Union in 1957?
The Treaty of Rome
446
When did hereditary peers lose the automatic right to attend the House of Lords?
1999
447
key
Members of the public are not allowed in Youth Courts, and the name or photographs of the accused young person cannot be published in newspapers or used by the media.
448
How often are elections held for the Senedd?
Every four years
449
Which court deals with the MOST serious criminal cases in Scotland, such as murder?
the high court
450
Who is the chief officer of the House of Commons?
The Speaker
451
Who is the ceremonial head of the Commonwealth?
the british king
452
What characterises the British constitution?
It is not written down in any single document, and therefore it is described as ‘unwritten
453
Who forms the judiciary?
The judges together
454
Which court deals with minor criminal offences in Scotland?
Justice of the Peace Court.
455
case types
456
If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, which is known as:
by- election
457
A person who has not paid enough National Insurance contributions will not be able to receive certain contributory benefits including (choose TWO options):
Jobseeker’s Allowance
full state retirement pension.
458
full state retirement pension.
By the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister
459
fact
The UN was set up after the Second World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security.
460
How many members does a jury have in Scotland?
15
461
How can you visit the Northern Ireland Assembly (choose TWO options)?
Contacting the Education Service
Contacting an MLA
462
In which city is the Scottish Parliament building, also known as Holyrood, located?
Edinburgh
463
What name is given to the elected members of the Scottish Parliament?
MSPs
464
key
The public can listen to debates in the Palace of Westminster from public galleries in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
465
Where can people facing domestic violence get help from (choose TWO options)?
A solicitor
The Citizens Advise Bureau
466
How many members does a jury have in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
12
467
Who is responsible for the creation of the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms?
The Council of Europe
468
key
Members of the House of Lords may not stand for election to the House of Commons but are eligible for all other public offices.
469
What does the following term ‘PDSA’ stand for?
People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals
470
How long does it take to donate blood?
About an hour
471
What does the term MEPs stand for?
MEPs stands for Members of the European Parliament.
472
explain
473
key
Proceedings in Parliament are broadcast on television and published in official reports called Hansard.
474
What name is given to the members of the House of Lords?
Peers
475
Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) are members of:
The local community
476
How can you visit the Northern Ireland Assembly (choose TWO options)?
Contacting the Education Service
Contacting an MLA
477
small claims
The small claims procedure is used for claims of less than £10,000 in England and Wales and less than £3,000 in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
478
Which TWO of the following charities work with homeless people?
Shelter
crisis
479
Members of the Senedd (SMs) are elected every four years on the basis of:
Proportional representation
480
What is the Commonwealth?
An association of countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy and development
481
When was the voting age reduced to 18 for men and women?
1969
482
When was the Northern Ireland Parliament established for the first time?
1922
483
What is the opposition?
The second largest party in the House of Commons
484
Many MPs, SMs and MSPs hold regular local events where constituents can go in person to talk about issues that are of concern to them. These are known as:
Local ‘surgeries’
485
Which Act introduced the Forced Marriage Protection Orders for England, Wales and Northern Ireland in 2008?
Which Act introduced the Forced Marriage Protection Orders for England, Wales and Northern Ireland in 2008?
486
When is the electoral register updated?
The electoral register is updated every year in September or October.
487
Which of the following is a ceremonial role to be undertaken by the King?
Opening the new parliamentary session every year
488
How long can you use your driving licence in the UK if you have a licence from another country?
For up to 12 months
489
Which Court deals with the most serious civil cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
490
fact
The UK is one of the five permanent members of the Security Council:
491
Which of the following four changes did the Chartists NOT campaign for?
Elections every six years
492
When was the Scottish Parliament formed?
1999
493
Who is the heir to the throne of the UK?
Prince William
494
How many verdicts are possible in trials in Scotland?
Three: ‘guilty’, ‘not guilty’ or ‘not proven’
495
Which of the following is the responsibility of the Home Secretary?
Crime, policing and immigration
496
What is the minimum age required for a citizen to stand for public office?
18
497
Citizens of Liechtenstein can drive in the UK for as long as their driving license is valid
True. If your driving licence if from a country in the European Union (EU), Iceland, Liechtenstein or Norway, you can drive in the UK for as long as your licence is valid.
498
When were the Forced Marriage Protection Orders introduced for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, which aimed at protecting a person from being forced into a marriage, or to protect a person in a forced marriage?
2008
Forced Marriage Protection Orders were introduced in 2008 for England, Wales and Northern Ireland under the Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007.
499
Which of the following countries is a member of the Commonwealth?
bangladesh
500
Which of the following is NOT a principle included in the European Convention of Human Rights?
Prohibition of immoral thoughts
501
The devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have the power to legislate on any issues that affect them
False. Devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have the power to legislate on certain issues.
502
Which of the following statements is correct?
Arranged marriages refer to marriages where both parties agree to the marriage
503
Which of the following is NOT a role of the King:
To inaugurate important business in the UK
504
Who has control over policy and laws governing defence, foreign affairs, immigration, taxation and social security in Northern Ireland?
Policy and laws governing defence, foreign affairs, immigration, taxation and social security all remain under central UK government control. However, many other public services, such as education, are controlled by the devolved administrations.
505
To make a booking to visit the Senedd, you have to contact the Senedd Booking Service.
Contacting the Senedd Booking Service
506
The devolved administrations of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland each have their own civil service:
true
507
The clock tower is named ‘Elizabeth Tower’ in honour of:
Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012
508
crazy fact
509
When are local elections for councillors held in most local authorities?
In May
510
exam q
511
Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Commonwealth?
greece
512
When did the UK sign the European Convention of Human Rights?
1950
513
Which of the following is NOT a devolved administration?
The Irish Parliament
514
What was the name of the European Union when it was first established?
European Economic Community
515
Which Act incorporated the European Convention of Human Rights into UK law?
The Human Rights Act 1998
516
Arranged marriages are not acceptable in the UK:
False. Arranged marriages, where both parties agree to the marriage, are acceptable in the UK.
517
Who represents the UK to the rest of the world?
The King represents the UK to the rest of the world.
