Symbols of the UK
What is the name of the wizard who goes to school at Hogwarts?
Harry Potter
The Globe Theatre produces plays (such as Romeo and Juliet) by which famous playwright?
Shakespeare
What is the name of the home of the British monarch?
This is a large ferris wheel in London that offers a great view of the city.
The London Eye
What is the famous dish of battered fried fish and potatoes called?
Fish and Chips
Name the current monarch of the UK.
King Charles III
This museum in London is famous for its dinosaur skeletons, beautiful architecture and its extensive collections of earth science specimens.
The Natural History Museum
What building is Big Ben a part of?
The Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace)
This famous bridge in London is known for its big towers and ability to open and let ships pass underneath.
Tower Bridge
What are the famous red buses with two floors called?
Double-decker buses
What is the red, white and blue flag of the UK called?
The Union Jack
Name three football teams from London
Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, West Ham, Crystal Palace, Brentford, Fulham, etc.
What is the name of the historic fortress and prison in London, which is home to the Crown Jewels?
The Tower of London
Which sport, involving a ball, tackling and scrums, is played at Twickenham Stadium?
Rugby
Which tennis tournament takes place in London every summer and is one of the biggest in the world?
Wimbledon
Name the item of clothing famously worn by men in Scotland.
Kilt
This is a famous area in London where there are many theatres and you can see musicals such as 'Les Miserables', 'The Phantom of the Opera' and 'Billy Elliot'.
The West End
What is the building named after its appearance that looks similar to a cucumber? (the British word for a pickle)
The Gherkin
What is the name of the river that runs through London?
The River Thames
What is 'a cuppa' in British slang?
A cup of tea
This giant stone circle is located in England and believed to be thousands of years old.
Stonehenge
This museum houses artefacts from all around the world, such as ancient Egypt, and is sometimes involved in controversial debates due to its ties to colonialism.
The British Museum
What is the tallest building in the UK, named after its glass-like appearance?
The Shard
What is the common name of the London Underground (the metro system)?
The Tube
What is the odd name of the guards who guard the Tower of London?
Beefeaters