Historical events
Before 1775, America was part of the British _______.
Empire.
Most British students have to wear a school _________.
Uniform.
Social etiquette is a set of rules for what is polite, and what is _________.
Impolite.
The Industrial Revolution in Britain saw the invention of many new ____________.
Technologies.
What is another English word for "student"?
Pupil.
In England, it is normal to start a conversation on public transport. True or false?
False.
What was the name of the war that American colonists fought against Britain in 1775?
The American War of Independence.
Maths, English and Science are part of the British school _________.
Curriculum.
What does a British person mean when they say something is "quite good"?
It is bad.
Equality/freedom, taxes, new territory.
When do American university students choose their major?
In their second year of study.
In Britain/America, what should you say when someone sneezes?
"Bless you".
During the Industrial Revolution, the invention of the _______ engine opened up new sources of energy.
Steam.
What is the name for a government-funded or public school in Britain?
State school.
In America, it is considered rude not to leave a ____ for your waiter.
Tip.