Geography
What is the capital of the UK?
London
In which century did the vikings arrive?
9th
What is the name of the London residence of the British monarch?
Buckingham Palace
What is the Union Jack?
The national flag of the UK
What book series was written by J.K. Rowling?
Harry Potter
What river flows through London?
The River Thames
In what year did the Battle of Hastings take place?
a) 1044
b) 1066
c) 1088
d) 1111
1066
Who is the current monarch of Britain?
King Charles III (2024)
What is the traditional British dish consisting of fish and fried potatoes?
fish and chips
Who is often called the greatest writer in the English language?
Shakespeare
How many countries make up the UK and what are their names?
4
England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
What document, signed in 1215, limited the power of the king and is considered a cornerstone of British democracy?
Magna Carta
What is the name of the prehistoric monument in the south of England consisting of stones standing in a circle?
Stonehenge
What is the name of the famous clock tower in London?
Big Ben
What is the name of the famous annual tennis tournament held in London?
Wimbledon
Which English city is known for its historic university, one of the oldest in the world?
Oxford
Which queen ruled Britain for most of the 19th century?
Queen Victoria
Who was the longest-reigning Birtish monarch?
Queen Elizabeth II
What is the national flower of England?
The rose
Which band from Liverpool became world-famous in the 1960s?
The Beatles
What is the highest mountain in the UK?
Ben Nevis
Who was the British Prime Minister during World War II?
Winston Churchill
Which famous city in England is known for its Roman baths?
Bath
What mythical creature is a national symbol of Scotland?
unicorn
What is the traditional event held on November 5th in the UK, featuring fireworks and bonfires?
Guy Fawkes Night
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Bonfire Night