UK History & Politics
William Shakespeare
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
How many states are there in the United States?
50.
At what time does American High school start?
7:15 AM and 8:00 AM
What sport is traditionally associated with England and is played with a bat and ball?
Cricket
What is the name of the British parliament?
The Houses of Parliament.
What is the president's wife titel?
The First Lady
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington
Is wearing a school uniform mandatory in British school?
No, but a lot of schools still do it.
Which of these would be the most British response when someone asks: “How are you?”
A. “I am experiencing a complex range of emotions.”
B. “Absolutely fantastic! Life is perfect!”
C. “Not too bad, thanks.”
D. “I am fine”
C. “Not too bad, thanks.”
Which British prime minister, who had the power during World War II, is often drawn as a bulldog?
Winston Churchill
Which American civil rights leader gave the famous “I Have a Dream” speech?
Martin Luther King Jr.
Name the two US states that are not connected to the mainland.
Alaska & Hawaï
You are in London and someone tells you: “Mind the gap!” Where are you probably standing?
London Underground
What does the American date 9/11 refer to?
The terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001.
What famous document from 1215 limited the power of the English king?
The Magna Carta.
How many years does a president normally hold power before there are elections?
4 years
Which country is directly south of the United States?
Mexico
What is “homecoming” in American schools?
A school tradition, often involving a sports event and a dance or other celebrations.
On which date is Independence Day celebrated in the United States?
4th of July
Who conquered England in 1066?
William the Conqueror.
Which war was fought between the Northern and Southern states of the USA? In which slavery was a big subject.
The American Civil War.
Which ocean is on the east coast of the United States?
The Atlantic Ocean.
You are in your last year of high school, what is the offical term? Freshman, sophomore, junior and.....
Senior
Which event happened first?
A. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his “I Have a Dream” speech.
B. The United States declared independence.
C. The 9/11 attacks took place.
D. The American Civil War ended.
B. The United States declared independence.