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When did the first Christian communities appear in Britain?
It was during the 3rd and 4th centuries AD that the first Christian communities began to appear in Britain.
Which flag has a white cross on a blue background?
Scottish flag has a white cross on a blue background because St Andrew was the Patron Saint of Scotland.
Which Two British film actors have recently won Oscars?
Colin Firth, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Dame Judi Dench, Kate Winslet and Tilda Swinton.
Where is the Cenotaph located?
Whitehall
Who was the first Briton to win the Olympic gold medal in the 10,000 meters?
Mo Farah
Where was Robert Burns from?
Scotland. He was a Scottish poet
What created the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland?
The Act of Union of 1800 created the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
Which charity works to preserve important buildings?
The National Trust- It aims to preserve important buildings, coastline, and countryside in the UK. The National Trust was founded in 1895 by three volunteers. There are now more than 61,000 volunteers helping to keep the organization running.
Who built the Tower of London?
William the conqueror
Which flower is associated with England?
rose
Which of these UK landmarks is in Wales?
Snowdonia is a national park in North Wales. It covers an area of 838 square miles. Its most well-known landmark is Snowdon, which is the highest mountain in Wales
When is St David’s day?
1st march
A famous classical musical event in uk:
The Proms is an eight-week summer season of orchestral classical music that takes place in various venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Which TWO are British Overseas territories?
St Helena and the Falkland Islands
Who appoints life peers?
Life peers are appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister
What did the Chartists campaign for?
The right to vote for the working class
What Palace was a cast-iron and plate-glass building originally erected in Hyde Park, London, England, to house the Great Exhibition of 1851?
crystal palace
What does the TV licence money pay for?
bbc
How long did the Romans stay in Britain?
400 years
When do pubs usually open?
11am
What must the police officer tell you if you get arrested?
reason for arrest
Who won gold medals in rowing in five consecutive Olympic Games?
Sir Steve Redgrave won gold medals in rowing in five consecutive Olympic Games and is one of Britain’s greatest Olympians.
What was the population of the UK in 1901?
40 million
Who became Prime Minister during WWII?
Winston Churchill
