The UK: basics

A scenic view of the UK landscape featuring the Union Jack flag, famous landmarks like Big Ben and Edinburgh Castle, and rivers flowing through lush greenery.

Test Your Knowledge of the UK!

Welcome to our fun quiz about the United Kingdom! Whether you're a local or just interested in UK culture, this quiz is designed to challenge your knowledge and teach you something new.

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14 Questions4 MinutesCreated by ExploringMap720

What is the full name of the UK?

Where is the the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland situated?

How many Crown Dependencies are there in the British Isles?

Which flag is flown when the King is in residency?

Union Jack

The Royal Standard

England's saint

Andrew

George

Patrick

David

Scotland's national flower

Daffodil

Rose

Shamrock

Thistle

The longest river in the UK

River Severn

River Thames

River Clyde

River Trent

Longest river in Scotland (7th longest in the UK)

River Dee

River Forth

River Tay

River Clyde

Ely, Taff, Towy, Wye. Through which country do these rivers flow?

England

Scotland

Wales

Northern Ireland

What is a punt?

An alcoholic beverage

A small Scottish squirrel

Another name for a bar

A long boat

The Cheviot Hills mark the border between

England and Wales

Wales and Northern Ireland

Scotland and Wales

England and Scotland

What is London's metro card called?

Kiwi

Oyster

Zebra

Rocket

How many Tube lines are there?

Which metro system is more complicated London's or Moscow's? Why do you think so? Write 5-7 sentences explaining your answer. (write down your name first)

The UK: basics

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