HISTORY
Who was the first Queen of England?
Queen Mary I
At what age do children start school in England?
At 5
Where does the British monarch live in London?
Buckingham Palace
What is the capital of England?
London
What is the traditional English drink?
Tea
What historical event marked the beginning of the Tudor dynasty?
The Battle of Bosworth Field (1485)
What are Oxford and Cambridge famous for?
Being the oldest and most prestigious universities
What is the surname of the British royal family?
Windsor
What river flows through London?
The River Thames
What is “afternoon tea”?
Tea with sandwiches, cakes, or scones
Who was the English queen during World War II?
Queen Elizabeth II
What side of the road do people drive on in England?
The left
Who is the current King of the UK?
King Charles III
How many countries are there in the UK?
Four
What is Guy Fawkes Night celebrated for?
The failure of a plot to blow up Parliament
Why did Henry VIII break with the Catholic Church?
To create the Church of England and divorce his wife
What is a “gap year”?
A year off before or after university for travel or work
What is the coronation ceremony?
The official ceremony when a king or queen becomes monarch
What separates Great Britain from continental Europe?
The English Channel
What is a pub important for in British culture?
Social life and meeting people
How did the Industrial Revolution change life in England?
It led to factory work, urbanisation, and new social classes
Why do many British people value politeness and privacy?
Because these are important traditional social norms
Why does the British monarchy have mainly a symbolic role today?
Because political power belongs to Parliament and the Prime Minister
Why is the UK’s climate mild compared to other countries at the same latitude?
Because of the Gulf Stream
Why is football considered an important part of English culture?
Because it originated in England and is very popular