All about AL
Opposite of acidic, this term describes substances with a pH above 7
What is Alkaline?
A hobby that Al will only do on warm flat water
What is SUP?
This dish, often served with malt vinegar and wrapped in paper, became a national staple in England after fried fish met fried potatoes in the 1860s
What is Fish & Chips?
First appearing in Paris in 1853 and later popularized in London, this two-level vehicle became a symbol of British mass transit—especially in bright red
What is a Double Decker Bus?
Born Reginald Kenneth Dwight, this flamboyant English pianist became a global icon with hits like “Rocket Man” and “Tiny Dancer,” and was knighted in 1998
Who is Elton John?
This term describes pasta cooked firm enough to offer a slight resistance when bitten
What is Al Dente?
A hobby in which Al fights samurais
What is VR?
This dessert layers sponge cake, custard, fruit, and whipped cream—often served in a glass bowl to show off its colorful tiers
What is Triffle?
Though commonly used to describe the entire clock tower, this nickname technically refers to the 13.5-ton bell housed in London’s Elizabeth Tower
What is the Big Ben?
This English wizard, raised in Surrey and educated in Scotland, became a global icon after surviving a killing curse and defeating the Dark Lord in a seven-book saga
Who is Harry Potter?
From the Latin for “elsewhere,” this term refers to a defense claiming the accused was in a different location when the crime occurred
What is Alibi?
A hobby that Al will only do in the dark
What is Astrophotography?
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A staple of traditional English fare, this hearty pie combines diced beef and organ meat in rich gravy, often encased in suet pastry and served in pubs
This prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, aligns with the solstices and continues to mystify archaeologists
What is Stonehenge?
This royal was the "People's Princess", known for her charity work and tragic death in 1997
Who is Princess Diana?
This tool, often used in engineering and woodworking, measures the distance between two opposite sides of an object with pinpoint accuracy
What is a Caliper?
A hobby that Al does pushing a stick
What is Curling?
Often split and slathered with clotted cream and jam, this baked good is a staple of British cream teas—though its pronunciation and recipe vary across regions
What are Scones?
Originally built as a townhouse for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703, this London landmark hosts the Changing of the Guard
What is Buckingham Palace?
Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, this playwright’s 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and epic poems earned him the title of England’s national poet
Who is William Shakespear?
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This adjective describes someone who shows courage or determination, especially in the face of danger or adversity
A hobby that allows Al to splash in puddles
What is Dirt Biking?
In British cuisine, this word can refer to both desserts and savory dishes—confusing Americans who expect something creamy
What is Pudding?
Originally built by Romans and later sold to an American entrepreneur in 1968, this Thames crossing has inspired nursery rhymes and multiple rebuilds over the centuries
What is the London Bridge?
Knighted in 1705, this English physicist’s Principia Mathematica laid the foundation for classical mechanics, including his three laws of motion
Who is Sir Isaac Newton?