Basics
What is the UK short for?
The United Kingdom
Where is Loch Ness situated?
What countries does the channel connect?
England and France
What is 1,343 meters high?
the mountain Ben Nevis
What colour are the public transport busses in London?
Red
Name 4 countries of the UK
England, Scotland Wales and Northern Ireland
What river flows in London?
Thames
How long is the tunnel?
50 km
The Shard Building is a ... in London
Skyscraper
Name a popular British band/singer
The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Clash, Oasis, Blur, Maroon Five, Coldplay...
What country is NOT a part of the UK?
The Republic of Ireland
What does the word "loch" means in Scottish?
Lake
How much was invested in the tunnel?
14 billion pounds
How do you call an island between England and Ireland?
The Isle of Man
Which wars did Britain fight in during the 20th Century?
World War I and World War II
How many people live in London?
Almost 9 million
Name one bridge over the river Thames
The Tower Bridge
How much time does it take to cross the channel?
35 minutes
Where is the Forth Bridge located?
In Scotland
What does BBC stand for?
British Broadcasting Corporation
What is Cardiff?
A capital city of Wales
Name the sea between Wales and Ireland
The Irish Sea
How much time did they dig the tunnel?
Two and half years
What two cities does the Motorway M1 connect?
London and Leeds
Where do people speak Cockney English?
In East London