IRELAND, CANADA
What are the capitals of Ireland and Canada?
Dublin, Ottawa
What river flows through London?
The Thames
What is the capital of the USA?
Washington, D.C.
What are the capital cities of New Zealand and Canada?
Wellington, Canberra
Where is London located?
In England, on the River Thames
What languages are official in Canada?
English and French
What countries form the United Kingdom?
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
How many states does the USA have? Name 7 of them.
50
Alabama, Texas, New York, Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, California, Florida....
What animal is a national symbol of New Zealand?
Kiwi
Name 5 famous landmarks in London.
Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, The London Eye, The Tower of London
What is the symbol of Ireland?
The shamrock
Who is the head of state?
The monarch (king/queen); Charles III
Name 5 famous American cities.
New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Las Vegas, Miami,...
How are the indigenous people of New Zealand called?
the Māori
Where is New York?
In the USA, on the east coast
Name 3 major cities in Canada.
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal
Can you name four famous English or British monarchs?
Henry VIII, Elizabeth II, Victoria, Richard the Lionheart, Charles III, William the Conqueror
What is Independence Day? When is it celebrated? Say something about its history.
Independence Day is a national holiday in the United States. It celebrates the country’s independence from Great Britain. It is celebrated on July 4th. The holiday commemorates the year 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was adopted.
Name 4 animals that are unique in Australia.
kangaroo, koala, platypus, dingo, emu...
What is the London Underground called?
The Tube
What is Ireland famous for? (3)
What is Canada famous for? (3)
Green countryside, pubs, Guinness, folklore, Irish dance
Maple leaf and syrup, ice hockey, wildlife (moose, beaver)
Name the capital cities of the four parts of the United Kingdom.
England – London, Scotland – Edinburgh, Wales – Cardiff, Northern Ireland – Belfast
What is Thanksgiving? Where and when is it celebrated? Say something about its history.
Thanksgiving is a traditional holiday when people give thanks for food, family, and good things in their lives. It is celebrated mainly in the USA and also in Canada.In the USA, it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. In Canada, it is celebrated on the second Monday in October.
The holiday has its origins in the 17th century, when the Pilgrims and Native Americans shared a harvest feast together after a successful season.
What is the Commonwealth? Name 4 member countries.
An international organization of countries, most of them former parts of the British Empire. Member countries cooperate in politics, culture, and economy.
→ Examples: Canada, Australia, India, New Zealand
Name 3 famous places in New York. What is the Statue of Liberty?
Manhattan, Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building
A symbol of freedom