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What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?

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London

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True or False: The UK is made up of four countries.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The UK consists of England, Scotland, Wales, and ______.

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Northern Ireland

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What is the official currency of the UK?

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Pound Sterling (GBP)

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Who is the current monarch of the UK as of 2023?

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King Charles III

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What is the UK Parliament’s two houses?

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House of Commons and House of Lords

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Which political party is traditionally associated with the color blue?

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Conservative Party

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What is the UK’s national flower?

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Rose

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True or False: The UK is a member of the European Union.

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False

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What is the primary language spoken in the UK?

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English

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Fill in the blank: The UK has a ______ system of government.

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Parliamentary

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What is the name of the UK’s national anthem?

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God Save the King/Queen

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Who is the Prime Minister of the UK as of 2023?

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Rishi Sunak

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What is the largest city in Scotland?

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Glasgow

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What is the significance of the Tower of London?

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It has served as a royal palace, fortress, and prison.

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True or False: The UK has a written constitution.

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False

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What is the British term for ‘apartment’?

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Flat

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What is celebrated on the 5th of November in the UK?

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Guy Fawkes Night

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Which sport is known as the national sport of England?

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Cricket

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What is the famous clock tower in London called?

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Big Ben

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Fill in the blank: The UK is known for its ______ tea culture.

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afternoon

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What is the name of the famous British author who wrote ‘1984’?

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George Orwell

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Which festival involves parades and floats, celebrated in June in the UK?

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Pride Month

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True or False: The UK has won the FIFA World Cup once.
True
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What is the traditional British breakfast item made of sausage and bacon?
Full English Breakfast
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What is the name of the UK’s highest mountain?
Ben Nevis
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Fill in the blank: The British royal family resides in ______ Palace.
Buckingham
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What is the popular British dish made of fish and batter?
Fish and Chips
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What is the UK’s most famous literary festival held annually in Hay-on-Wye?
Hay Festival
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True or False: The UK celebrates Christmas on December 25th.
True
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What is the name of the annual horse race held in Surrey, England?
Royal Ascot
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Which British author created the character Harry Potter?
J.K. Rowling
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What is the traditional British dessert made of sponge cake and custard?
Trifle
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Fill in the blank: The UK is known for its iconic ______, a type of hat.
bowler
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What is the term for the UK’s system of legal precedence?
Common Law
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What is the British term for 'elevator'?
Lift
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True or False: The UK is known for its diverse multicultural society.
True
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What is the name of the famous British rock band known for hits like 'Hey Jude'?
The Beatles
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What is the British term for 'sidewalk'?
Pavement
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What is the popular British television series featuring a time-traveling doctor?
Doctor Who
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Fill in the blank: The UK is bordered by the ______ Ocean to the west.
Atlantic
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What is the iconic British landmark known for its ancient stones?
Stonehenge
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What is the name of the British holiday celebrated on the last Monday of May?
Spring Bank Holiday
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True or False: The UK has a national health service known as NHS.
True
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What is the traditional British dish made of lamb and vegetables, often served in a pie?
Shepherd's Pie
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What is the name of the British university known for its prestigious reputation?
Oxford University
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Fill in the blank: The UK is known for its historic ______, which includes castles and cathedrals.
architecture
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What is the British term for 'flashlight'?
Torch
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What is the name of the UK's largest national park?
Cairngorms National Park
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True or False: The UK has a rich history of monarchy dating back over a thousand years.
True
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What is the famous British event that showcases inventions and innovations?
The Great Exhibition
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What is the name of the British government’s official residence?
10 Downing Street
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Fill in the blank: The UK is known for its famous rock formations, such as ______.
The White Cliffs of Dover
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What is the British term for 'cookie'?
Biscuit
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What is the name of the British seaside resort town known for its pier?
Brighton
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True or False: The UK has a parliamentary democracy.
True
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What is the name of the British festival that celebrates music and arts in Glastonbury?
Glastonbury Festival
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What is the British term for 'gasoline'?
Petrol
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What is the name of the famous British museum that houses the Rosetta Stone?
The British Museum
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Fill in the blank: The UK is known for its rich tradition of ______, including Shakespeare and Chaucer.
literature
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What is the British term for 'soda'?
Fizzy drink
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What is the name of the British award given for outstanding achievements in film?
BAFTA
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True or False: The UK has a history of colonization that has shaped its culture.
True
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What is the British term for 'sweater'?
Jumper
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What is the name of the famous British landmark that is a symbol of London?
The London Eye
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Fill in the blank: The UK is known for its famous ______, including the English Channel.
waterways
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What is the name of the British dish made with meat and gravy, often served with mashed potatoes?
Bangers and Mash
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True or False: The UK has a strong tradition of public schools.
True
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What is the name of the British tradition of afternoon tea?
Afternoon Tea
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What is the British term for 'vacation'?
Holiday
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What is the name of the British city known for its historic Roman baths?
Bath
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Fill in the blank: The UK is known for its famous ______, such as the Thames and the Severn.
rivers
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What is the name of the British event that celebrates the Queen's official birthday?
Trooping the Colour
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True or False: The UK has a robust system of public transportation.
True
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What is the name of the British term for 'trash can'?
Bin

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