British vs. American
Grammar
USA & UK
Famous People
TV & Movies
100

What do Americans call “chips” in British English?


French Fries 

100

What is the past tense of “go”?


Went


100

What is the capital of the United States?


Washington, D.C.


100

Who played Harry Potter in the Harry Potter movies?


Daniel Radcliffe


100

 In Friends, what is the name of Ross’s sister?


Monica


200

In British English, what is a “lift” called in American English?


Elevator


200

“She ___ watching TV right now.”

Is


200

What is the capital of the United Kingdom?


London


200

 Who is famous for playing Jack Sparrow?


Johnny Depp


200

 In Harry Potter, what house does Harry belong to?


Gryffindor 

300

What do British people usually call the “trunk” of a car?


Boot


300

Which is correct: “He have a dog” or “He has a dog”?


He has a dog.


300

Which country is famous for the landmarks Big Ben and Buckingham Palace?


The United Kingdom


300

Which singer is known for the songs “Shake It Off” and “Anti-Hero”?


Taylor Swift


300

What is the name of the kingdom where Frozen takes place?


Arendelle


400

What do Americans call “biscuit” in British English when referring to a sweet, crunchy snack?


Cookie


400

What tense is used in: “I have visited London three times”?


Present perfect


400

Which U.S. city is known as the “Big Apple”?


New York City


400

Which British singer became famous with songs such as “Hello” and “Rolling in the Deep”?


Adele


400

In Stranger Things, what is the name of the alternate dimension?


The Upside Down


500

What is the British English word for “vacation”?


Holiday


500

“If I ___ more time, I would learn another language.”


Had


500

What are the four countries that make up the United Kingdom?


England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland


500

Which actor played Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?


Robert Downey Jr


500

What is the name of the coffee shop where the Friends characters often hang out?


Central Perk


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