GENERAL FACTS
The formal head of the UK.
Who is King Charles III?
She is a British singer known as the "Queen of Pop," famous for hits like "Rolling in the Deep."
Who is Adele?
This British author wrote the Harry Potter books, which have sold over 500 million copies worldwide.
Who is J.K. Rowling?
This famous queen ruled England during the time of Shakespeare and defeated the Spanish Armada in 1588.
Who was Queen Elizabeth I?
This hot drink is often served with milk and is a daily tradition for many British people.
What is tea?
These are the two oldest and most famous universities in the UK, often called together by a special name.
What are Oxford and Cambridge?
This British naturalist developed the theory of evolution by natural selection.
Who is Charles Darwin?
This English playwright, born in Stratford-upon-Avon, is considered the most famous writer in the English language.
Who is William Shakespeare?
This war between the Houses of York and Lancaster ended in 1485 when Henry VII became king.
What was the War of the Roses?
This day, celebrated on December 26th, is a public holiday in the UK and often includes shopping, sales and sports events.
What is Boxing Day?
This famous prehistoric monument in England consists of massive standing stones arranged in a circle.
What is Stonehenge?
She was the first woman Prime Minister of the UK and served from 1979 to 1990.
Who is Margaret Thatcher?
This famous detective, created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, plays the violin and lives at 221B Baker Street.
Who is Sherlock Holmes?
In 1215, King John signed this important document that limited the power of the monarchy.
What is the Magna Carta?
This royal residence in London is the official home of the British monarch. Tourists love watching the Changing of the Guard there.
What is Buckingham Palace?
British currency.
What is the pound (sterling)?
This engineer invented the steam engine, which helped start the Industrial Revolution.
Who is James Watt?
This Oxford professor wrote The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Who is J.R.R. Tolkien?
This British leader was Prime Minister during most of World War II and gave famous speeches like "We shall fight on the beaches."
Who was Winston Churchill?
This day on November 5th is celebrated in Britain with fireworks and bonfires to remember the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605.
What is Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night)?
The 4 countries which the United Kingdom consists of.
What are England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
This British scientist is famous for discovering penicillin, the world’s first antibiotic.
Who is Alexander Fleming?
This novel by George Orwell describes a dystopian future ruled by Big Brother and constant surveillance.
What is 1984?
This act of 1707 united England and Scotland into one country called Great Britain.
What is the Act of Union?
He is the eldest son of King Charles III and is first in line to the British throne.
Who is Prince William?