HISTORY
Which ancient civilization founded London (Londinium) nearly 2,000 years ago?
A) The Vikings
B) The Romans
C) The Normans
D) The Ancient Egyptians
B) The Romans
What river runs through London?
A) Seine
B) Thames
C) Danube
D) Rhine
B) Thames
Which country is NOT part of the United Kingdom?
A) England
B) Scotland
C) Ireland
D) Wales
C) Ireland
What is the official currency used throughout the United Kingdom?
A) The Euro (€)
B) The US Dollar ($)
C) The Pound Sterling (£)
D) The Royal Credit
C) The Pound Sterling (£)
The “Premier League” is one of the most-watched leagues in the world. Which sport is it?
A) Cricket
B) Basketball
C) Football
D) Rugby Union
C) Football
Who was the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom?
A) Theresa May
B) Margaret Thatcher
C) Queen Elizabeth II
D) Angela Merkel
B) Margaret Thatcher (The Iron Lady)
What is the official residence of the monarch in London?
A) Windsor Castle
B) Buckingham Palace
C) Kensington Palace
D) Tower of London
B) Buckingham Palace
What type of government does the UK have?
A) Absolute monarchy
B) Republic
C) Constitutional monarchy
D) Dictatorship
C) Constitutional monarchy
Which famous playwright lived in England in the 16th century?
A) Charles Dickens
B) William Shakespeare
C) J.K. Rowling
D) Jane Austen
B) William Shakespeare
If you visit King’s Cross Station, you will find “Platform 9¾.” Where is this from?
A) The Chronicles of Narnia
B) Sherlock Holmes
C) Harry Potter
D) James Bond
C) Harry Potter
Which group of people invaded England in 1066?
A) The Romans
B) The Vikings
C) The Normans
D) The Saxons
C) The Normans
Which museum in London is famous for free entry and world history exhibits?
A) Science Museum
B) British Museum
C) Tate Modern
D) National Gallery
B) British Museum
Who is the head of state in the UK?
A) Prime Minister
B) President
C) Monarch
D) Parliament
C) Monarch
The ceremonial guards of the Tower are famous for their red and gold uniforms. What is their popular nickname?
A) The Redcoats
B) The Beefeaters
C) The Tower Rangers
D) The Royal Knights
B) The Beefeaters
What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?
A) Manchester
B) Edinburgh
C) London
D) Liverpool
C) London
What is the name of the document signed in 1215 that limited the king’s power?
A) The Constitution
B) The Bill of Rights
C) The Magna Carta
D) The Royal Law
C) The Magna Carta
What is the name of the UK Parliament building?
A) Buckingham Palace
B) 10 Downing Street
C) Palace of Westminster
D) Tower of London
C) Palace of Westminster
How often are general elections usually held in the UK?
A) Every 3 years
B) Every 4 years
C) Every 5 years
D) Every 8 years
C) Every 5 years
What are the two houses called?
A) Senate and Congress
B) Upper House and Lower House
C) House of Lords and House of Commons
D) Council and Assembly
C) House of Lords and House of Commons
What is the name of the British flag?
A) The Royal Flag
B) The Union Jack
C) The British Cross
D) The King’s Flag
B) The Union Jack
In 1666, a massive event destroyed most of the medieval City of London. What was it?
A) The Great Flood
B) The Great Fire
C) A massive earthquake
D) A Viking invasion
B) The Great Fire
Which is a famous park in central London?
A) Hyde Park
B) Central Park
C) Green Park
D) Stanley Park
A) Hyde Park
What age must you be to vote in UK general elections?
A) 17
B) 18
C) 20
D) 21
B) 18
What is the main role of the King in government today?
A) To make all laws
B) To rule the country directly
C) Ceremonial duties and formal approval of laws
D) To choose all politicians
C) Ceremonial duties and formal approval of laws
King Henry VIII is one of England's most famous monarchs. How many times was he married?
A) Two
B) Four
C) Six
D) Ten
C) Six