Czech Republic
Where is the CR located?
in Central Europe
How many member states does the EU have?
27
How many states does the USA consist of?
50 + Washington DC
What countries is the UK made up of?
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
What river flows through London?
Thames
What are the neighbouring states?
Poland, Slovakia, Austria, Germany
In what decade was the EU founded?
1950s
Which is the largest and least populated state in the USA?
Alaska
What is the British flag called?
Union Jack
What is the royal residence in London?
Buckingham Palace
Name three most famous spa towns in the western part of the CR.
Karlovy Vary, Františkovy Lázně, Mariánské Lázně
Name at least 3 important institutions of the EU.
The European Parliament, The European Commission, The Council of the European Union, The European Council, The Court of Justice of the European Union, The European Central Bank
What is the lowest point of the USA?
Death Valley
Who was the longest reigning British monarch? How many years did he/she reign?
Elizabeth II; 70 years and 214 days
What is the largest park in London?
Hyde Park
When was the CR founded? (day, month, year)
1 January 1993
How many gold stars are on the European flag?
12
When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
on July 4, 1776
What is the birthplace of William Shakespeare?
Stradford-upon-Avon
What is the name of the large bell in the clock tower?
Big Ben
What does the parliament consist of?
the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies
Which country is NOT a member of the EU?
Romania, Portugal, Poland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Bulgaria, Finland, Lithuania, Croatia, Latvia, Greece
Norway
The US government consists of 3 branches. What are they?
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
What are the two houses of Parliament?
the House of Lords and the House of Commons
Who did Lord Nelson win against at the battle of Trafalgar in 1805?
Napoleon