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  • Mention, at least, 3 Christmas traditions.
    Exchanging gifts, putting a silver cooin in the Christmas pudding, pulling crackers, eating mince pies, ugly jumpers, the King's speech, pantomimes.
  • What's the difference between football and soccer?
    Football: British English - Soccer: American English
  • Meniton some typical British food that you may find in a pub menu.
    Fish and chips, pies, the Sunday roast.
  • What is the Royal Ascot?
    One of the most prestigious horse racing events
  • Why do Brits go to pubs?
    To drink alcohol (beer especially), to socialize, read the paper, and nowadays for the food, as well.
  • Mention 3 curiosities about the football culture.
    Chants, gathering at pubs to watch matches (exclusive pubs for certain fans), premiere league plays on special dates.
  • Mention 1 difference between high and low tea?
    High tea for middle or lower classes, low tea for upper classes. High tea was at times the main meal for the working class.
  • What does the "Bobby Moore Moment" mean?
    It's a minute of silence to remember the football legends in the UK.
  • Originally, which social classes would enjoy an afternoon tea? How would they dress for the occasion?
    Upper social classes. They would wear formal clothes, such as gowns, gloves and hats.
  • Mention, at least, 2 traditions at Royal Ascot.
    The royal procession, betting, afternoon tea, and a strict dress code (wearing hats for women)
  • What do Brits do on Bonfire Night?
    Watch firework displays, light bonfires with models of Guy Fawkes, which they burn.
  • Which room in the house is the most appropriate one to have the afternoon tea?
    A drawing room or living room, but definitely not the dining room.
  • What is a "bank holiday"? Why is that term used? Mention two of them.
    A national holiday. Originally it was a day when banks were closed. 1st of January, 25th and 26th of December.
  • How did The Beatles influence society, especially in terms of culture?
    Hairstyles, colourful suits, hippie style, social change and rebellion, spiritual practices like meditation and yoga; peace, social justice, no war.
  • When does Boxing Day take place and why is it called like that?
    December 26th, because employers would give boxes with Christmas leftovers to their servants. Now, it represents Christmas Boxes given to employees before C.D.
  • Why do Brits find Royal Ascot so attractive?
    There are celebrities, the Royal family, and people from high society. Blend of luxury and traditions.
  • Main rival bands in the UK during the 90's and 00's.
    Oasis and Blur
  • Which album meant Queen's big breakthrough? What's the most popular song in it?
    A Night at the Opera - Bohemian Rhapsody
  • What do Brits celebrate on Bonfire Night?
    The failed attempt to kill King James I in 1605 by blowing up Parliament at its opening day.
  • Mention, at least, 4 of the big six football teams in the UK.
    Manchester City, Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Liverpool.
  • How many children does Mick Jagger have?
    7
  • What do Brits eat with the 5 o'clock tea?
    sandwiches, scones, pastries and little cakes
  • How did the tradition of the afternoon tea start?
    Introduced by the Duchess Anna in 1840 as she was hungry in the afternoon and could not wait until dinner time. She would invite friends over.