The UK & it's Geography
What countries make up the UK?
England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
What does devolution mean?
The transfer of powers from the UK Parliament to the governments of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Who is the head of government in the UK?
The Prime Minister.
What is the difference between Great Britain and the UK?
Great Britain is England, Scotland, and Wales; the UK also includes Northern Ireland.
Who is the First (Prime) Minister of Scotland?
John Swinney
How are MPs (Members of Parliament) elected?
By voters in constituencies during a general election.
What is the British Isles?
A group including the UK, Ireland, and smaller islands such as the Isle of Man, Jersey, and Guernsey.
What powers can devolved governments control?
Areas such as health, education, and policing.
What is the difference between the House of Commons and the House of Lords?
Commons is elected; Lords is unelected and appointed/hereditary.
What is the capital of Wales?
Cardiff
What role does Westminster still play in devolved nations?
It controls matters like defense, foreign policy, and overall UK-wide issues.
Name one key event from the UK’s political timeline.
Acts of Union (1707, 1801) / Scottish Devolution Referendum (1997) / Good Friday Agreement (1998) / Brexit Referendum (2016).
Which UK nation does not have its own devolved parliament or assembly?
England
What was the result of the Brexit referendum?
The UK voted to leave the European Union in 2016.
In which year did the Scottish Independence Referendum take place?
2014