English Gastronomy
Name 3 traditional English dishes.
Fish and chips, Shepherd's pie, Beef Wellington.
Which singer sings "Skyfall"?
Adele
Which famous actor starred in Titanic?
Leonardo DiCaprio.
Who was the most feared pirate of the Golden Age of Piracy and what was his iconic ship?
Blackbeard; Queen Anne's Revenge
What is the most famous saga?
Harry Potter
What is the "Sunday Roast" and what does it generally include?
A traditional meal with roasted meat, potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, and gravy.
What is the musical genre for which Ed Sheeran is known?
Pop.
What is the title of the animated film featuring a rat who dreams of becoming a chef in Paris?
Ratatouille
What were the main maritime routes taken by English pirates and their allies in the 17th century?
Caribbean, Atlantic, West African coast.
Which British writer is famous for his detective stories featuring Sherlock Holmes?
Arthur Conan Doyle
What typical drink can be found in an English pub?
Beer
What are Queen's most famous songs?
"Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Will Rock You," "Another One Bites the Dust."
What is the largest English-speaking studio?
Warner Bros
What were the codes and rules of conduct commonly followed by English-speaking pirates, and how have they influenced the popular perception of piracy?
Pirate Code; influenced pirate lore.
Who is the author of the Gothic novel "Frankenstein"?
Mary Shelley.
What does English "afternoon tea" consist of?
Tea, sandwiches, scones, cakes.
Who are the Beatles?
A famous British rock band.
Who is the lead actor in the movie "Forrest Gump"?
Tom Hanks
What are the differences between the pirates of the Caribbean and those who operated in British and Atlantic waters?
Caribbean pirates were more tropical; British/Atlantic pirates faced colder waters.
Who is the greatest English-speaking writer?
William Shakespeare
What is the traditional breakfast in England?
Full English breakfast (eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, toast).
What is the role of the city of Liverpool in the history of English music?
Birthplace of the Beatles
Who is the greatest English-speaking director?
Steven Spielberg
How did English-speaking piracy influence the politics and economy of European nations, especially England, in the 17th and 18th centuries?
Disrupted trade, influenced maritime laws.
Which famous novel did Colson Whitehead write that received an award in 2020?
"The Nickel Boys."