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