The UK
Monarchy
London
Vocabulary
English idioms
100

What is the national flag of the UK called?

Union Jack

100

Who is the sitting monarch today?

King Charles III

100

London is the capital of which country?

England.

100

What is soccer called in British English?

Football
100

'A piece of cake' means...?

That something is easy.

200

What is the capital of Scotland?

Edinburgh

200

For how long was Elisabeth II the queen of the United Kingdom?

70 years.

200

How many people live in London?

About 9,5 million.

200

What is the British word for french fries?

Chips.

200

'Break a leg' means...?

Good luck.

300

Which 4 countries does the United Kingdom consist of?

England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland

300

What is Buckingham Palace?

The royal residence in London + administrative headquarters of the monarch of the UK

300

Which river flows through London?

The River Thames

300

If Brits use the word 'pants', which item of clothing are they talking about?

Underwear

300

'Feeling under the weather' means...?

To feel sick/ill.

400

Name 2 official languages in the UK.

English, Welsh (Wales), Gaelic (Scotland)

400

Who was Princess Diana?

The first wife of King Charles III and the mother of prince Harry and prince William 

400

What is the famous bridge in London called?

Tower Bridge

400

What is the British word for a cookie?

Biscuit.

400

'Hit the sack' means...?

To be tired and wanting to go to bed.

500

How many people live in the United Kingdom?

68 million.

500

What is constitutional monarchy?

The sitting monarch has limited authority - the government has the real political power 

500

How many museums are there in London?

About 140
500

What do Brits mean when they say 'cheers'?

They could mean 'goodbye' or 'thank you'.

500

'On cloud nine' means...?

To be very happy or cheerful.