Geography
London History
London Landmarks
Education
Traditions
100
What is the name of the most famous ancient stone structure in the UK?
Stonehenge
100
What is the name of the ancient London settlement occupied by the Romans?
Londinium
100
Pronounce the words "Thames" and "Trafalgar"
Thames and Trafalgar
100
Name and describe a famous UK university.
multiple answers
100
Halloween
200
What are the 4 parts (countries) of the UK?
Scotland, England, Wales, and Northern Ireland
200
What important London landmark was first built during the era of Lundenwic?
St. Paul's Cathedral
200
Why is Buckingham Palace important?
It's where the queen lives and conducts her meetings.
200
Describe state schools and how they are funded (paid for).
These are government-funded schools, so they're free for students. Many state schools are just as competitive (or more so) as public schools, private schools, and independent schools.
200
What does the queen do on the Queen's Birthday?
The queen goes on a walk to greet well-wishers. The event is celebrated with gun salutes in Hyde Park and the Tower of London.
300
What are two important rivers in England?
The Thames and the Severn
300
Who led a revolt against the Romans that culminated in the Battle of Watling Street?
The Iceni Tribe/Queen Boudicca
300
What is the religious building that was destroyed during the Great Fire of London?
St. Paul's Cathdral
300
Describe British public schools.
Public schools are often the most prestigious schools in the UK, and it's difficult to get accepted. Many are boarding schools (students stay there rather than going home). Examples are Eton College, Harrow School, and Wellington College.
300
Name a traditional British Christmas song
Good St. Wenceslas etc
400
Name three places of interest in Northern Ireland
The Mourney mountains, Lough Neagh, the Giant's Causeway, Belfast
400
When was the London Underground built?
1863
400
Name the modern architect who built St. Mary's Axe (the gherkin)
Lord Norman Foster
400
What exams do students take during further study if they want to go to university?
A Levels
400
Yule Log
500
Name four places of interest in Scotland
Ben Nevis, Loch Ness, Edinburgh, and Skara Brae
500
What percent of buildings were destroyed in London during the Blitz?
1/6
500
What culture is responsible for the original construction of the Tower of London?
The Normans
500
What is the difference between private and independent schools?
These are similar, but the difference is that private schools are directed by a group of administrative officials, while private schools are run by their owners. Both are paid.
500
What did Guy Fawkes attempt to do and how is this related to a holiday?
Blow up the houses of parliament, Guy Fawkes Night (bonfire night)