The United Kindgom
The official name of the UK
the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Union Flag is known as
the Union Jack
Where The United States of America is situated?
It is situated in the central and southern parts of the continent of North America, and includes the state of Alaska and the Hawaii Islands in the Pacific Ocean.
Who is the current monarch in the UK?
King Charles III
Which language replaced English at its origin?
Though initially of Germanic origin, it has been in fact replaced around 500 B.C. by the Celtic language.
Government type
constitutional monarchy
The upright red is the cross is...
the cross of St. George, the patron saint of England
Government type
Federal republic
Who had the longest reign in British history?
Queen Elizabeth was the longest reigning British Monarch of all time.
Which languages the Celtic language evolved into ?
The Celtic language evolved into the Irish and Welsh languages that are spoken today in some parts of the United Kingdom.
Where is the UK situated?
Western Europe, British Isles
The red diagonal cross is...
the cross of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland
When does the country celebrate its national holiday?
The country celebrates its national holiday, Independence Day, on the 4th of July, the day when it declared independence from Great Britain in 1776.
Kings And Queens Celebrate Two Birthdays. True or False?
Kings and Queens actually have two birthdays. Although this might seem impossible or hard to understand, there is an interesting reason for this. Typically, a monarch’s birthday is celebrated by a parade known as Trooping the Colour. However, Edward VII’s birthday was in November and he decided that it would be too cold to celebrate, so he moved his birthday to a date in June. It was the same with Queen Elizabeth who used to celebrate her birthday privately on April 21, but she would recognise this milestone with the public on the second Saturday of June.
Which Germanic tribes invaded Britain?
In 449 the Germanic tribes — the Angles, the Saxons and the Jutes, invaded Britain. All spoke dialects of a language that scholars call West Germanic.
What separates Great Britain from Europe?
the English Channel
Wales is the only home nation not represented in the flag. True or False?
True. It was not a Kingdom but a Pricipality
How is called the flag of the USA?
The flag of the USA is called the Stars and Stripes.
A Queen’s Husband Becomes A King. True or False?
False. You may have noticed that when Charles became King, his wife Camilla was given the title of Queen. It will be the same when Prince William is crowned. Then, his wife Kate will also become a Queen. However, when a man marries a Queen, he doesn’t become King. This is why, Prince Philip who was Queen Elizabeth’s husband never became King. The reason for this longstanding rule in the Royal Family is because the title of King is only ever given to someone who inherits the throne.
What did William the Conqueror impose?
William the Conqueror imposed a new government, and tried to impose on Britain the conquerors’ French.
What are the highest mountains in the British isles?
The Highlands are the highest mountains in the British isles, the highest point is Ben Nevis, located in Scotland
Why is the UK flag called jack?
A small flag was mounted on the front of a warship.British flag became formally known as the 'Union Jack' when mounted on a warship and the ship was not in harbour.
What are the largest rivers in the USA?
The largest rivers in the USA are the Mississippi River, the Missouri and the Ohio.
Princes Harry and William both graduated from the same military academy and both served in the armed forces.True or False?
True.
They both attended and graduated from the Royal Military Academy before joining the service.
Harry completed two tours in Afghanistan over the course of his 10 years in the Army while William spent seven years as a pilot.
Give a synonym for the word "split ".
To separate or divide into two or more.