Wales Flashcards
What is the capital city of Wales?
Cardiff
True or False: Wales is one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom.
True
What language is predominantly spoken in Wales?
Welsh
Fill in the blank: The first Welsh Assembly was established in _____.
1999
Who was the last Prince of Wales before the title was abolished in 1282?
Llywelyn ap Gruffudd
What significant event occurred in 1536 regarding Wales?
The Laws in Wales Acts were enacted, annexing Wales to England.
True or False: The industrial revolution had a major impact on Wales, particularly in coal mining.
True
What is the national flower of Wales?
Daffodil
Which famous Welsh poet wrote ‘Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night’?
Dylan Thomas
What is the ancient name for Wales in Latin?
Cambria
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a famous castle in Wales? A) Windsor B) Caernarfon C) Edinburgh
B) Caernarfon
What year did Wales play its first international football match?
1876
True or False: The Welsh flag features a red dragon.
True
Fill in the blank: The primary river in Wales is the _____ River.
Severn
Who is known as the ‘Father of Modern Wales’?
David Lloyd George
Which battle in 1282 marked the conquest of Wales by England?
The Battle of Orewin Bridge
What is the name of the Welsh national anthem?
Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau
Multiple Choice: Which of these is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Wales? A) The Tower of London B) The Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd C) The Roman Colosseum
B) The Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
What year did Wales vote for devolution in a referendum?
1997
Fill in the blank: The largest city in Wales is _____.
Cardiff
True or False: The Welsh Assembly Government was established in 1999.
True
What was the primary economic activity in Wales during the 19th century?
Coal mining
Who was the first female member of Parliament for a Welsh constituency?
Nancy Astor
Fill in the blank: The famous prehistoric monument in Wales is called _____.
Stonehenge
What is the name of the Welsh national park that covers over 800 square miles?
Snowdonia National Park
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major historical figure in Welsh history? A) Henry VIII B) Owain Glyndŵr C) William the Conqueror
B) Owain Glyndŵr
What major event took place in Wales in 1926?
The General Strike
True or False: The Welsh language has official status in Wales.
True
What is the highest peak in Wales?
Snowdon
Fill in the blank: The Wales Millennium Centre is located in _____.
Cardiff
Which historical period is known for the development of the Welsh coal industry?
The Industrial Revolution
What was the name of the Welsh national movement that arose in the 20th century?
Plaid Cymru
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a traditional Welsh dish? A) Cawl B) Haggis C) Bara Brith
B) Haggis
What year did Wales host the Rugby World Cup?
1999
True or False: The term ‘Celtic’ is often used to describe the culture and languages of Wales.
True
Fill in the blank: The Welsh name for Wales is _____.
Cymru
What is the significance of the year 1282 in Welsh history?
It marks the conquest of Wales by England.
Multiple Choice: Which event is commemorated by St. David’s Day? A) The founding of Wales B) The death of St. David C) The signing of the Magna Carta
B) The death of St. David
