British Slang & Idioms
What does it mean if someone is "chuffed to bits"?
They are extremely pleased or happy.
Who was the British Prime Minister during WWII?
Winston Churchill
What do Brits traditionally pull at Christmas dinner that contains a joke, a toy, and a paper crown?
Christmas Cracker
What is the capital of Wales?
Cardiff
Which singer is known for the hit songs “Rolling in the Deep” and “Hello”?
Adele
What is a cuppa, and why is it important in British culture?
A cuppa is a cup of tea. Tea is a key part of British daily life and hospitality.
Which British author wrote 1984 and Animal Farm?
george orwell
What is Morris dancing and when might you see it?
A traditional English folk dance with sticks, bells, and music, often at festivals or May Day.
which English region is famous for its lakes, mountains, and Romantic poets like Wordsworth?
The Lake District
What’s the name of the British reality show where contestants bake each week?
The great british bake off
What does the phrase ““To throw a spanner in the works '' mean?
To cause a problem or obstacle that prevents something from happening smoothly or as planned.
Name the British scientist who developed the theory of evolution.
Charles Darwin
What’s the name of the quirky British competition where people race while carrying large round cheeses down a hill?
The Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake (or just cheese rolling)
hich city is known as the “Steel City” due to its industrial past?
Sheffeild
What British dystopian TV series explores the dark side of technology in each episode?
Black mirror
What does ''taking the mickey'' mean?
They are teasing or mocking someone in a playful way.
Which famous brit is noted for his wildlife documentary commentaries?
David Attenborough
: What unusual hats are often worn by women at formal British events like weddings or Royal Ascot?
Fascinaters
What’s the name of the mountain range on the border between England and Scotland?
The Cheviot Hills
What is the longest-running British soap opera?
Coronation street
What does the phrase “Bob’s your uncle” mean?
It's used to conclude instructions, meaning "and there you have it" or "it’s that simple."
Which British actor played Sherlock Holmes in the 2010 BBC series, and also appeared in Marvel films?
Benedict Cumberbatch
What do people shout during a British pantomime when a villain enters the stage?
“Boo!” and “He’s behind you!” – Pantomimes involve a lot of audience participation and call-and-response jokes.
Name 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the UK.
Any three of: Stonehenge, Tower of London, Edinburgh Old/New Town, Giant’s Causeway, Bath, Hadrian’s Wall, etc.
Which long-running British science fiction series features a time-travelling alien known as “The Doctor” who travels in a blue police box?
Doctor Who