British vs. American Culture
Famous Landmarks and Cities
Literature and Authors
History and Politics
Idioms and Expressions
100

What is the British term for "apartment"?

Flat

100

Where is the Statue of Liberty located?

NYC

100

Who wrote "Romeo and Juliet"?

Shakespeare

100

Who was the first President of the United States?

George Washington

100

What does "break the ice" mean?

do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a strainedsituation or when strangers meet.


200

In which country is Thanksgiving a national holiday?

USA

200

What famous clock tower is located in London?

Big Ben

200

Name the author of the Harry Potter series.

JK Rowling

200

What war was fought between the North and South in the USA?

Civil War

200

If someone is "feeling blue," how do they feel?

Sad

300

What is the American equivalent of "biscuit" in British English?

Cookie

300

Which US city is known as the "Windy City"?

Chicago

300

What American author wrote "The Great Gatsby"?

F Scott Fitzgerald

300

What British Prime Minister is known for saying, "We shall fight on the beaches"?

Churchill

300

What does it mean to "hit the nail on the head"?

“to do or say something that is exactly right.”

400

What is "football" called in the USA?

Soccer

400

Name the Canadian city where the CN Tower is located.

Toronto

400

What is the first novel in the "Chronicles of Narnia" series?

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

400

What year did Nelson Mandela become President of South Africa?

1994

400

What does "spill the beans" mean?

Disclose a secret or reveal something prematurely

500

What is the British equivalent of the American "lawyer"?

Soliciter

500

What Australian landmark is known for its distinctive sails?

Sydney

500

Who wrote the play "A Raisin in the Sun"?

Lorraine Hansberry

500

What major event happened in New York City on September 11, 2001?


Terrorist attack on the Twin Towers 

500

If someone "bites the bullet," what are they doing?

to face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and determination

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