Exam 13 Flashcards

1
Q

When is St George’s day?

A

St George’s day, patron of England is celebrated on the 23rd of April.

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2
Q

Which is the largest National Park in England?

A

The Lake District

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3
Q

Boudicca, was a tribal leader who fought against which foreign invaders?

A

The Romans

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4
Q

Which of the following poems is about a group of people going on a pilgrimage?

A

The Canterbury Tales

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5
Q

How are public holidays called?

A

Bank Holidays

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6
Q

How did Charles II manage to escape to Europe after his defeat in the Civil War?

A

Hiding in an oak tree

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7
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Who defeated the Vikings?

A

King Alfred the great

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8
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Who was William Caxton?

A

The first person in England to print books using a printing press

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9
Q

Where do Beefeaters serve as tour guides?

A

The Tower of London

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10
Q

During the rebellion of the clans in Scotland, Bonnie Prince Charlie was supported by clansmen from which Scottish region?

A

Highlands

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11
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What religion did Elizabeth I follow?

A

She was a Protestant

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12
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Who became famous for his tramp character in silent movies?

A

Charlie Chaplain

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13
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Which armed force was used in the Battle of Britain?

A

The Royal Air Force (Aerial Battle)

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14
Q

In the UK, you have to be 21 years old to be able to vote in a general election.

A

False

18years

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15
Q

Which of the following poets was inspired by nature?

A

William Wordsworth

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16
Q

Against which country did Britain fight at the Battle of Waterloo?

A

France

17
Q

Who was William Wilberforce?

A

A politician

18
Q

Who is the spiritual leader of the Church of England?

A

The Archbishop of Canterbury

19
Q

James I was King of which country before becoming King of England?

A

Scotland

20
Q

Which of the following statements is correct?

A

Most shops in the UK open seven days a week.

21
Q

Which country sent a fleet of ships to England in 1588?

A

Spain (The Spanish Armada)

22
Q

Where is the National Horseracing Museum located?

A

Newmarket, Suffolk

23
Q

Which of the following castles is located in Scotland?

A

Crathes castle

24
Q

Who was a famous Art Deco ceramic designer?

A

Clarice Cliff