Basic Facts I
What is the state structure of the United Kingdom?
Constitutional monarchy
Who was the longest reigning British monarch?
Elisabeth II
How do the British people call London underground?
The Tube
What is the smallest country in the United Kingdom?
Nothern Ireland
What is it "Trick or Treat" and to which festival is it connected? In which part of the UK is it mainly celebrated?
"Give us some sweets or we will play a trick on you."
Halloween
North of England
What countries does the UK consist of?
England, Scotland, Wales, Nothern Ireland
What are the colors of the UK flag?
Red, blue and white
What does the traditional English breakfast consist of?
Eggs, beans, bacon, sausages, tomatoes, mushrooms, toast
What is the birthplace of William Shakespeare?
Stratford upon Avon
Which day is the Boxing Day?
26th of December
What is the official name of British currency?
Pound sterling
Who is the current monarch?
King Charles III
What is the official seat of the British monarch and in which town/city does it take place?
Buckingham Palace
It is located in the City of Westminster in central London.
Which famous band comes from Liverpool?
The Beatles
Which holiday is celebrated on the 5th of November?
Guy Fawkes Night / Bonfire Night
What is the capital city of Wales?
What is the capital city of Scotland?
Edinburgh
What is the name of the royal residence which takes place approximately 40 kms from London
Windsor
What is the longest river of the UK?
The Severn
When and where is St.Patrick´s day celebrated?
Who was St. Patrick?
on 17th March
all around the world
the patron saint of Ireland
What is the Union Jack?
The flag of the United Kingdom
Who really leads (rules) the UK?
The prime-minister
currently it is Keir Starmer
What is haggis?
Haggis (Scottish Gaelic: taigeis) is a savoury pudding containing sheep's insides (stomach, heart, liver, and lungs), minced with onion, oatmeal, spices, etc.
What is the highest mountain of the UK and in which part of the UK does it take place?
Ben Nevis
Scotland
What is the name of annual queen's / king's birthday celebration?
Trooping the Colour