What is a slang name for the London Underground?
a. the Subway
b. the Metro
c. the Tube
c. the Tube
The capital of England is the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK). True or false?
True
How many people live in London?
a. 6 million people
b. 9 million people
c. 10 million people
b. 9 million people
What is the name of the official residence of the royal family?
a. Buckingham Palace
b. Windsor Castle
c. Westminster Palace
a. Buckingham Palace
Who's England's current monarch?
King Charles III
Name any typical British dish
Fish and chips, Shepherd's pie, Sunday roast, Triffle, etc.
When was England the host of Olympic Games?
1. 2006
2. 2012
3. 2016
In 2012.
What is the river called that flows through London?
The Thames.
How long does it take for the London Eye to turn 360°?
a. 20 min
b. 30 min
c. 50 min
b. 30 min
What flower is the emblem of England?
Rose.
Which Britain's monarch reigned the longest of all?
a. Queen Victoria
b. Queen Elizabeth II
c. Queen Elizabeth I
b. Queen Elizabeth II
When is the tea time in England?
"5 o'clock tea"
From 4 to 6 pm
What was the first capital of England?
a. London
b. Manchester
c. Winchester
c. Winchester
Which countries are in Great Britain?
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
When is the Guy Fawkes Night celebrated?
on the 5th of November
How do you call a bus with 2 levels in England?
a double-decker bus
What music band is Liverpool famous for?
"The Beatles"
What's current England National anthem?
1. Zadok the Priest.
2. God save the King.
3. God save the Queen.
2. God save the King.
How long was French the language of England?
a. 200 years
b. 300 years
c. 400 years
b. 300 years
What is the time difference between Moscow and London?
2 hours (Moscow is ahead)
How many rooms are there in Buckingham Palace?
a. 175
b. 475
c. 775
c. 775
What is the nickname for the British flag?
the Union Jack
What was the name of the Queen's husband?
Prince Philip
Elzabeth II was very fond of these dogs.
Corgis
What does the term “constitutional monarchy” mean?
System of government in which a monarch shares power with a constitutionally organized government. The Monarch is the head of state and the Prime Minister of the UK is the head of government
What countries share land borders with England?
Wales in the west and Scotland in the north.
When was Stonehenge built?
a. About 1800BC
b. About 3000BC
c. About 500AD
a. About 1800BC
Complete: The Royal Guards wear a cap made of ....'s skin.
Bear (Canadian bears)
It's called a 'bearskin', a type of ceremonial military cap that dates back to the 17th century. And yes, despite some controversy, the bearskin is exactly as its name suggests. Bearskin hats are made from the skin of American black bears, taken annually during the Black Bear Cull in Canada
This Royal person was famous for her work with charity but her clothes and her personal life were as famous as well
Princess Diana.
Poppies are worn as a symbol of this day.
Remembrance day. Wearing poppies is used to commemorate soldiers who have died in battles of World War I and II. The use of the poppies was inspired by “In Flanders Fields” – a poem written by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae in 1915.