Geography
This country is part of a larger political union made up of four nations.
United Kingdom
Drinking a hot beverage with pastries is a long-standing tradition in this country, often served with scones and jam.
Afternoon tea
This country was invaded by the Normans in 1066, an event that greatly influenced its culture and language.
Norman Conquest
This country is known for its red double-decker buses and iconic black taxis.
Double-decker buses and black cabs
This country has mild winters and cool summers.
Temperate climate
A unique tradition here involves throwing a cheese down a hill, with participants chasing it.
Cheese rolling
This country’s parliament is one of the oldest in the world, dating back to the 13th century.
The English Parliament
One of its most famous buildings, completed in 1894, is a bridge that opens to let ships pass.
Tower Bridge
Its longest river sounds like seven but with more letters, but another famous river flows through its capital city.
River Severn
In this country, a popular celebration involves fireworks, bonfires, and effigies on November 5th.
Bonfire Night/Guy Fawkes Night
A plague known as the Black Death killed a large percentage of the population in the 14th century.
The Black Death
This country is home to a prestigious university founded in 1209.
University of Cambridge
This country’s south coast faces a body of water called the E…….. Channel.
English Channel
One of its traditional sports, played on a green field, involves bats, balls, and wickets.
Cricket
This country experienced a civil war in the 17th century between Royalists and Parliamentarians.
The English Civil War
A popular children’s book series from this country features a boy wizard who attends a magical school.
Harry Potter series