Exam 13 Flashcards
When is St George’s day?
St George’s day, patron of England is celebrated on the 23rd of April.
Which is the largest National Park in England?
The Lake District
Boudicca, was a tribal leader who fought against which foreign invaders?
The Romans
Which of the following poems is about a group of people going on a pilgrimage?
The Canterbury Tales
How are public holidays called?
Bank Holidays
How did Charles II manage to escape to Europe after his defeat in the Civil War?
Hiding in an oak tree
Who defeated the Vikings?
King Alfred the great
Who was William Caxton?
The first person in England to print books using a printing press
Where do Beefeaters serve as tour guides?
The Tower of London
During the rebellion of the clans in Scotland, Bonnie Prince Charlie was supported by clansmen from which Scottish region?
Highlands
What religion did Elizabeth I follow?
She was a Protestant
Who became famous for his tramp character in silent movies?
Charlie Chaplain
Which armed force was used in the Battle of Britain?
The Royal Air Force (Aerial Battle)
In the UK, you have to be 21 years old to be able to vote in a general election.
False
18years
Which of the following poets was inspired by nature?
William Wordsworth
Against which country did Britain fight at the Battle of Waterloo?
France
Who was William Wilberforce?
A politician
Who is the spiritual leader of the Church of England?
The Archbishop of Canterbury
James I was King of which country before becoming King of England?
Scotland
Which of the following statements is correct?
Most shops in the UK open seven days a week.
Which country sent a fleet of ships to England in 1588?
Spain (The Spanish Armada)
Where is the National Horseracing Museum located?
Newmarket, Suffolk
Which of the following castles is located in Scotland?
Crathes castle
Who was a famous Art Deco ceramic designer?
Clarice Cliff
