Nations
What are the four nations that make up the United Kingdom?
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
What is the starting age for compulsory education in the UK?
4-5 years old
What is the capital city of the United Kingdom where the government is based?
London
What is the name of the UK's national public broadcaster?
BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation)
What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?
London
Which city is the capital of Scotland?
Edinburgh
What are the two main types of schools in the UK education system?
State schools and independent (private) schools
Who is the head of state in the United Kingdom?
The Monarch (currently King Charles III)
Which UK newspaper is known for its financial and business news?
The Financial Times
How many countries make up the United Kingdom?
Four (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
What is the official language of Wales alongside English?
Welsh
Which UK university is known for being the oldest and one of the most prestigious in the world?
University of Oxford
What is the name of the lower house of the UK Parliament?
The House of Commons
What is the name of the UK TV channel known for its focus on independent and alternative films?
Channel 4
What is the official currency of the United Kingdom?
Pound Sterling (£)
Which UK nation is known for the Giant's Causeway?
Northern Ireland
What is the name of the qualification typically pursued after completing A-levels in the UK?
Bachelor's degree
Who is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom appointed by?
The Monarch
Which UK media company is famous for its extensive news coverage and is owned by Rupert Murdoch?
Sky News
What is the name of the river that flows through London?
The River Thames
What is the name of the legislative body of Northern Ireland?
The Northern Ireland Assembly (also known as Stormont)
What is the name of the exam taken by students in England at the end of their secondary education?
GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education)
What is the name of the UK's highest court?
The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom
What is the name of the UK's media regulatory body?
Ofcom (Office of Communications)
What is the name of the UK's highest mountain?
Ben Nevis