symbols
What flower is the national symbol of England?
a) daffodil; b) red rose; c) tulip; d) shamrock
red rose
This famous clock tower located in London
a) The Shard; b) Big Ben; c) Tower Bridge; d) The Gherkin
Big Ben
This drink is the most popular in England
a) coffee
b) orange juice
c) tea
d) milk
tea
What is traditional english breakfast?
a) coffee and sandwich
b) cheescake
c) eggs, sausages, bacon and beans
d) pancakes
eggs, sausages, bacon and beans
Who was the first monarch of the Tudor dynasty?
a) Henry VIII
b) Elizabeth I
c) Henry VII
d) Mary I
Henry VII
What is the name of the flag of Great Britain?
a) Saint George; b) Great Jack; c) Union Jack; d) The United Kingdom
Union Jack
What historic structure is known as the official residence of the British monarch?
a) Winsdor Castle; b) Kensington Palace; c) Buckingham Palace; d) Hampton Court Palace
Buckingham Palace
What is the name of the ceremony where the Queen's official birthday is celebrated?
a) Trooping the Colour
b) Changing of the Guard
c) State Opening of Parliament
d) Remembrance Day
Trooping the Colour
This is a famous English dessert
a) tiramisu
b) croissant
c) cheesecake
d) apple pie
apple pie
What year did World War II begin?
a) 1936
b) 1939
c) 1941
d) 1945
1939
What animal is associated with the English royal coat of arms?
a) Lion; b) Eagle; c) Dragon; d) Bear
Lion
Which ancient monument is located in Wiltshire, England?
a) Hadrian's Wall
b) Stonehenge
c) Bath Abbey
d) The Roman Baths
Stonehenge
What celebration takes place on November 5th in England?
a) Christmas Day
b) Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night)
c) Easter Sunday
d) New Year's Eve
Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night)
Tosts are often eaten with
a) jam
b) peanut butter
c) honey
d) chocolate
jam
Winston Churchill
What color represents St. George on the flag of England?
a) blue; b) white; c) green; d) red
red
Which landmark is known for its iconic red telephone boxes?
a) Trafalgar Square
b) Piccadilly Circus
c) London Bridge
d) The Houses of Parliament
Piccadilly Circus
What is commonly thrown at weddings in England for good luck?
a) Rice
b) Confetti
c) Flowers
d) Coins
Confetti
What is the name of the dessert made from layers of sponge cake, jam, and cream, often enjoyed at tea time?
a) Trifle
b) Pavlova
c) Tiramisu
d) Cheesecake
Trifle
Which document, signed in 1215, limited the powers of the king?
a) The Bill of Rights
b) The Magna Carta
c) The Act of Union
d) The Petition of Right
The Magna Carta
Which of these does not apply to the symbols of London?
a) Tower Bridge; b) Double-decker buses; c) Tower of London; d) Oxford University
Oxford University
Where are the Kings and the Queens crowned?
a) Westminster Abbey
b) Tower of London
c) St. Paul's Cathedral
d) Buckingham Palace
Westminster Abbey
This is an old English tradition that is held on January 7. People believe that a new agricultural year begins on this day. What is it called?
a) Straw bear; b) Young cow; c) Cunning fox
Straw bear
What is the main ingredient in the dish called "Bubble and Squeak"?
a) Cabbage and potatoes
b) Rice and beans
c) Pasta and cheese
d) Fish and chips
Cabbage and potatoes
What event marked the end of the English Civil War in 1651?
a) The Restoration
b) The Glorious Revolution
c) The Battle of Worcester
d) The Great Fire of London
The Battle of Worcester