Chapter 5 - modern society

Question 1

Where are the Crown Jewels kept?

Answer 1

Tower of London

Question 2

a famous television series?

Monty Python’s

Answer 2

In 1969, Monty Python’s Flying Circus introduced a new type of progressive comedy.

Question 3

Who wrote The Planets suite?

Answer 3

Important composers include Gustav Holst (1874–1934), whose work includes The Planets, a suite of pieces themed around the planets of the solar system.

Question 4

Who wrote musicals such as Cats, The Phantom of the Opera and Evita?

Answer 4

Andrew Lloyd Webber

Question 5

Thomas Chippendale

Answer 5

Britain has produced many great designers, from Thomas Chippendale (who designed furniture in the 18th century) to Clarice Cliff (who designed Art Deco ceramics) to Sir Terence Conran (a 20th-century interior designer).

Question 6

In the year 1600 the population of the UK stood at what?

Answer 6

Just over 4 million

Question 7

Which town or city is famous for its celebration of the Hindu and Sikh festival of Diwali?

Answer 7

Leicester

Question 8

The Archbishop of Canterbury can most accurately be described as what?

Answer 8

The spiritual leader of the Church of England

Question 9

In 2007 television viewers voted which of these as ‘Britain’s Favourite View’?

Answer 9

Wastwater

Question 10

Hannukah

Answer 10

The Jewish festival of Hannukah is in November or December and is celebrated for eight days. It is to remember the Jews’ struggle for religious freedom.

Question 11

Andrew Lloyd Webber

Answer 11

Andrew Lloyd Webber has written the music for shows which have been popular throughout the world, including, in collaboration with Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar and Evita, and also Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.

Question 12

Gilbert and Sullivan

Answer 12

In the 19th century, Gilbert and Sullivan wrote comic operas, often making fun of popular culture and politics. These operas include HMS Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado.

Question 13

What is Historic Scotland?

Answer 13

Edinburgh Castle is a dominant feature of the skyline in Edinburgh, Scotland. It has a long history, dating back to the early Middle Ages. It is looked after by Historic Scotland, a Scottish government agency.

Question 14

In the Church of Scotland, who is the Moderator?

Answer 14

The chairperson of the General Assembly, who is appointed for one year only and often speaks on behalf of the Church.

Question 15

Cowes on the Isle of Wight is most famous in a sporting context?

Answer 15

Sailing