The Royal Family
Who is the current monarch of the UK?
King Charles III
What does the word “BREXIT” stand for?
Britain's Exit from the European Union
What’s the population of London?
9,7 million people
Which part of the UK is on a separate island from the other parts?
Northern Ireland
Name the four parts that make up the United Kingdom?
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
Who was the longest reigning monarch in the history of the United Kingdom?
Queen Elizabeth II
What year did the United Kingdom exit the European Union?
2020
In which part of the UK is London situated?
In the southeast part of the UK
What’s the weather condition the UK is known for?
It rains a lot.
How many pounds equals 1€ (the currency)?
0,85 pounds equals 1€
How many years did Queen Elizabeth II rule the country?
70 years
How did the percentages divide in the Brexit vote (for and against)?
49% against leaving, 51% for leaving
Name at least 4 sights in London?
Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, National Gallery, Houses of Parliament, London Bridge, Tower Bridge, London Eye, Big Ben
In which part of the UK is Ben Nevis (the highest point of the British Isles) located?
Scotland
Name at least one famous author and one famous musician/band from the UK?
Authors: J.K.Rowling, Shakespeare
Musicians: Harry Styles, the Beatles
What is Prince William’s and Prince Harry’s mother’s name?
Princess Diana
What was the reason the referendum of leaving the EU even took place in 2016?
People wanted to stand against immigration and be more independant
What river flows through the city of London?
River Thames
The UK has got a long coastline with one of the world’s oceans. Which ocean is it?
the Atlantic Ocean
Name at least two football clubs from the UK?
Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Tottenham (Hotspur), Newcastle, Brighton, Everton, Chelsea etc
When and where did Princess Diana die?
1997, in Paris
How many years was the UK a part of the European Union?
47 years (1973-2020)
How old is the city of London (roughly)?
Over 2,000 years. London was discovered by the Ancient Romans and was called Londinium at first.
What’s the national animal of the UK?
Lion
Name the English scientist who contributed to evolution theory studies?
Charles Darwin