Wales Basics
What is the capital city of Wales?
Cardiff
Name one famous national park in Wales.
Snowdonia (Eryri) / Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) / Pembrokeshire Coast
What animal is on the Welsh flag?
A (red) dragon
True or false: Wales has its own language.
True
What colour is the dragon on the flag?
Red
Wales is part of the UK. Name one other country in the UK.
England / Scotland / Northern Ireland
What is the highest mountain in Wales called?
Snowdon
What is a common symbol of Wales: a leek or a rose?
A leek
Wales is next to which country?
England
What is a “castle”?
A big old stone building to protect people / a fortress
What is the national flag animal of Wales?
A red dragon
Wales is famous for many _____. (hint: old buildings)
castles
What sport is very popular in Wales?
Rugby
Wales has many castles. What are castles for?
To protect people / for defence
What is the nickname for the Welsh rugby team/fans often linked to Wales?
The Dragons oder Welsh Dragons
What is the name of the Welsh language?
Welsh (Cymraeg)
What can you see on the Welsh coast? Name two things.
cliffs / beaches / sea / lighthouses
What does “Cymru” mean?
Wales (Name of Wales in Welsh)
True or false: People speak Welsh in Wales.
true
What animal do you often see in Wales’ countryside?
Sheep
What colour is the background of the Welsh flag?
White and green
What is a “valley” and why are the Welsh valleys famous?
A low area between hills; famous for coal mining history / towns in valleys
Name one traditional Welsh food.
Welsh cakes / cawl / bara brith
Is Wales a country or a city?
A country
Wales is famous for very long place names. Are they usually in English or Welsh?
Welsh