Where the sun never sets
What history do members of the Commonwealth of Nations share?
They were all part of the British Empire (former British colonies).
What is the nickname of the underground in London?
the Tube
What is the Star Spangled Banner?
the nickname of the US flag and anthem
Which nationality are the kiwis ?
They are New Zealanders
Who is the official head of the Commonwealth of Nations?
The British monarch
What is the capital city of the Republic of Ireland?
Dublin
Which monument did France give to the USA?
The Statue of Liberty (in 1886)
Which holiday is celebrated on the 17th of March? Double points if you can say in which country!!
Saint Patrick's Day in Ireland
What season is it now in South Africa?
spring -> autumn; summer -> winter, and so on...
Where is Hadrian's wall?
It is in the north of England, very near the border with Scotland
Which motto* is printed on US dollar bills?
*a maxim used to express a principle, goal or ideal
"in God we trust"
It is considered as America's birthday. - name it - double points if you say when it is!
Independence Day on the 4th of July
What is Bollywood?
Bollywood is the Hindi language film industry, based in Mumbai, India. It is colourful, includes lots of singing and dancing, and movies usually last for at least 3 hours.
Which country do the isles of Wight, Anglesey and Guernsey belong to?
England
What is the name of the US Court where nine judges interpret and explain the Constitution?
The Supreme Court
Which country does rooibos tea come from?
South Africa
Under which English Queen was the British Empire at its greatest extent?
Queen Victoria (reigned 1837- 1901)
It is a ring of standing stones in Wiltshire (England), dating of the stone age. What's its name?
Stonehenge
What was prohibited in some states of the US in the 1930s?
alcohol
Which holiday is celebrated on the 2nd Monday of October in Canada and on the fourth Thursday of November in the USA?
Thanksgiving