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This "king of the jungle" is also England's national animal. What animal is it?
Lion
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Who is England's longest reigning monarch?
Queen Elizabeth II (70 years and 7 months)
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England shares a border with what two countries?
Wales (southwest) and Scotland (north)
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The world-renowned British rock band The Beatles was formed in Liverpool in 1960. Three of the band's members were Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Who was the fourth member of The Beatles?
John Lennon
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Who is the current monarch of England?
King Charles III
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What city is the capital of England?
London
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Famous for his multiple marriages, King Henry VIII had how many wives?
6
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What is the name of England's longest river?
River Thames (215 miles long)
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This iconic, brightly colored vehicle offers either an open or closed top and is used for mass public transportation around city areas. What is the name of this vehicle?
Double-decker bus
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This British queen who reigned during the 19th century is famous for leading England to the height of its power by expanding the British Empire into parts of India and Africa, even having a waterfall named in her honor. Which queen is this?
Queen Victoria
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What two colors are on the flag of England?
Red and white
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During England's War of the Roses, the warring houses of Lancaster and York each adopted a colored rose as their symbol. What color was the house of Lancaster's rose?
Red
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Constructed between 3100 and 1600 BC, this famous stone monument is a popular tourist attraction. What is the name of this monument?
Stonehenge
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"Bangers and mash" is a popular British dish. What are "bangers"?
Sausages
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Born in the late 1500s, this famous English poet wrote 37 plays and 154 sonnets. What is his name?
William Shakespeare
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London has been England's capital since the year 1066. Before that time, which city served as the country's capital?
Winchester
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What was the London bombing by German planes during World War II called?
The Blitz
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What is the largest natural lake in England?
Lake Windermere (10.5 miles long and 0.62 miles wide)
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Well-known for writing “Pride and Prejudice,” which famous English female author is buried in Winchester cathedral?
Jane Austen
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What British prime minister nicknamed "the British Bulldog" successfully guided Britain through World War II and was known for his "victory" sign?
Winston Churchill
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How many administrative counties are there in England?
27
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September 2-6, 1666 marked a heated event in England's history. What event was this?
The Great Fire of London
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Located in northwest England, Scafell Pike is the country's tallest mountain. How many feet high does it stand?
3,209 feet
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What is England's national sport?
Cricket
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This woman was the first female prime minister and was nicknamed the "Iron Lady" for her strong political stance and policy work. What was her name?
Margaret Thatcher