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A2 - Unit 2 - The UK

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  • The UK is a sovereign state that includes four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
    True
    False
  • "To take a 'brisket' means what in British slang?
    To take a short walk
    To take a nap
    To have a drink
    To hurry up
  • Which of these countries is still officially headed by the British monarch?
    South Africa
    Egypt
    Canada
    India
  • Britain refers to something or someone from the United Kingdom, which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
    True
    False
  • Which British monarch has had the longest reign?
    King George III
    Queen Victoria
    Queen Elizabeth II
    Queen Elizabeth I
  • What is the name of the British flag?
    The Union Jack
    The Great Banner
    The Cross of St George
    The Royal Standard
  • The UK is known for a famous dish consisting of battered fish and fried potatoes. What is it called?
    Full English Breakfast
    Bangers and mash
    Fish and chips
    Shepherd’s pie
  • Which of the following territories is a British Overseas Territory?
    Falkland Islands
    Greenland
    Tasmania
    Hawaii
  • The capital of Northern Ireland is . . .
    Cardiff
    Dublin
    Eire
    Belfast
  • What is the full official name of the UK?
    The United Kingdom of Great Britain
    The Kingdom of Great Britain
    The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
    The Great British Empire
  • Which country is part of the UK but not part of Great Britain?
    Scotland
    Wales
    England
    Northern Ireland
  • This is the flag of
    Wales
    Ireland
    Northern Ireland
  • What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?
    Manchester
    London
    Birmingham
    Edinburgh
  • What popular sport was invented in England?
    Basketball
    Baseball
    Rugby
    Cricket
  • Which of the following is NOT a country in the United Kingdom?
    Wales
    Ireland
    England
    Scotland
  • What is the name of the residence of the British Prime Minister?
    The Shard
    10 Downing Street
    Buckingham Palace
    Windsor Castle