The United Kingdom: Geography Quiz for Year 5

Question 1

Why are industries in the United Kingdom located where they are?

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The financial industry is in London because it's always been a center of trade and finance, while manufacturing is in the Midlands and Northern England because of skilled workers and resources.

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Industries are spread evenly across the UK.

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Tourism is spread across the UK, agriculture is mainly in the north, and fishing is in the south.

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The technology industry is spread evenly across the UK.

Question 2

How did canals and waterways help the UK grow and develop?

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They made it cheaper and easier to move goods between cities and factories.

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People mostly used them for fun and relaxation.

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They weren't very important, they were mainly used to protect the country.

Question 3

Which statement best describes the different approaches to sustainability in the UK?

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Some regions focus on renewable energy, while others prioritize waste reduction.

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All regions use the same sustainability measures because of strict government rules.

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Sustainability practices only work in cities because they have more money.

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Sustainability practices have no effect on environmental issues in the UK.

Question 4

Why are special economic zones created by the government?

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To attract new businesses to an area.

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To build new homes for people moving to the area.

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To improve the environment in the area.

Question 5

Which industry transformed Manchester into a significant city during the 19th century?

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Textile Manufacturing

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Mining

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Farming

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Shipbuilding

Question 6

How has immigration changed the population of the UK?

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Made it more varied

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Made it smaller

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Made it harder to find jobs

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Had no impact

Question 7

How has the use of renewable energy sources, like wind and solar power, affected the UK's energy industry and the environment?

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Less use of fossil fuels, leading to lower greenhouse gas emissions.

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More energy being produced, leading to too much electricity.

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No real impact on the UK's energy industry or the environment.

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More reliance on importing renewable energy technology from other countries.

Question 8

How do the United Kingdom's location and natural resources affect its trade and economic relationships with other countries?

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The UK's location and natural resources have influenced its specialization in certain industries and its trading relationships with countries that have different resources.

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The UK's location as an island has limited its trade opportunities.

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The UK's many natural resources have made it self-sufficient and less reliant on trade.

Question 9

What is the capital city of Scotland?

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Edinburgh

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London

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Manchester

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Glasgow

Question 10

Which type of farming is the most environmentally friendly in the UK and why?

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Organic farming, which uses only natural methods

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Arable farming, which uses machines and no animals

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Mixed farming, which combines arable and pastoral farming

Question 11

What is the name of the water body that separates England from France?

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English Channel

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North Sea

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Irish Sea

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St George's Channel

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a major industry in the UK?

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Mining

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Agriculture

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Tourism

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Manufacturing

Question 13

What is the largest city in the UK?

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London

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Edinburgh

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Cardiff

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Belfast

Question 14

Which river flows through the city of London?

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Thames

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Severn

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Trent

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Mersey

Question 15

Which of the following is a characteristic of the UK's climate?

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Mild temperatures year-round

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Extreme cold in winter and heat in summer

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Very little rainfall

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Lots of snow throughout the year

Question 16

What is the name of the largest island in the British Isles?

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Great Britain

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Ireland

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Isle of Man

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Isle of Wight

Question 17

Which of these is a famous landmark in London?

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Big Ben

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Stonehenge

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Edinburgh Castle

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Giant's Causeway

Question 18

What is the currency used in the UK?

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Pound Sterling

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Euro

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Dollar

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Yen

Question 19

What is the tallest mountain in the UK?

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Ben Nevis

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Snowdon

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Mount Everest

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Mount Kilimanjaro

Question 20

Which is the capital of the UK?

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London

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Edinburgh

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Cardiff

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Dublin

Question 21

Which river flows through the city of York?

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River Ouse

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River Thames

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River Severn

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River Nile

Question 22

What is the name of the strait that separates England from France?

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English Channel

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Irish Sea

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North Sea

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Strait of Gibraltar

Question 23

Which is a popular English dish?

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Fish and chips

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Pasta

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Sushi

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Tacos

Question 24

Which is a major port city in the UK?

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Liverpool

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London

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Manchester

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Birmingham

Question 25

What is the name of the largest island in the UK?

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Great Britain

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Isle of Wight

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Isle of Man

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Ireland

Question 26

Which is the tallest mountain in the United Kingdom?

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Ben Nevis

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Scafell Pike

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Snowdon

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Cader Idris

Question 27

What is the name of the river that flows through the capital city of the United Kingdom?

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River Thames

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River Severn

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River Dee

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River Avon

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a capital city in the UK?

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Manchester

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London

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Edinburgh

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Cardiff

Question 29

What is a common feature of England's countryside?

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Rolling hills

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Large forests

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Towering mountains

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Sandy coastlines

Question 30

What is the name of the body of water that separates England from France?

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English Channel

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Irish Sea

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North Sea

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Atlantic Ocean

Question 31

Which of these places has the largest population in the UK?

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London

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Birmingham

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Glasgow

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Manchester

Question 32

Which of the following rivers is located in Wales?

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River Dee

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River Mersey

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River Clyde

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River Severn

Question 33

What is the name of the famous dance traditionally associated with Scotland?

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Highland Fling

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Irish Jig

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Morris Dance

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Flamenco

Question 34

Which mountain is the highest in the United Kingdom?

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Ben Nevis

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Mount Snowdon

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Scafell Pike

Question 35

What body of water separates the United Kingdom from France?

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English Channel

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Strait of Gibraltar

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Strait of Magellan

Question 36

Which of these industries is NOT a major part of the United Kingdom's economy?

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Farming

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Manufacturing

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Tourism

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Banking

Question 37

What is the capital of Scotland?

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Edinburgh

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London

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Cardiff

Question 38

Which of these countries is NOT part of the United Kingdom?

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Ireland

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England

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Scotland

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Wales

Question 39

Is it true that the United Kingdom is made up of many islands?

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Yes

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No

Question 40

What is the name of the money used in the United Kingdom?

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Pound Sterling

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Euro

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Dollar

Question 41

What is the name of England's longest river?

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The River Thames

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The River Severn

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The River Mersey

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The River Trent

Question 42

Which of these is not a major industry in the United Kingdom?

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Oil production

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Manufacturing

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Tourism

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Agriculture

Question 43

Which city is the capital of Wales?

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Cardiff

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London

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Edinburgh

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Belfast

Question 44

What is the main characteristic of the UK's climate?

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Mild winters and warm summers

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Hot summers and cold winters

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Rainy springs and dry autumns

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Snowy mountains and coastal fog

Question 45

Which major city is located in the north of England?

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Manchester

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London

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Birmingham

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Bristol

Question 46

What currency is used in the United Kingdom?

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The pound sterling

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The euro

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The dollar

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The yen

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a physical feature of the United Kingdom?

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The Great Sphinx of Giza

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The Highlands

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The River Thames

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The Irish Sea

Question 48

What is the capital city of England?

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London

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Edinburgh

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Cardiff

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Belfast

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a major industry in the United Kingdom?

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Gold mining

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Manufacturing

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Agriculture

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Tourism

Question 50

Which of the following is a major city in the United Kingdom?

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Manchester

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Dublin

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Paris

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Madrid

Question 51

What is the main type of climate in the United Kingdom?

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Temperate

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Tropical

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Polar

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Mediterranean

Question 52

Which of the following is a famous historic site in the United Kingdom?

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Stonehenge

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The Eiffel Tower

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The Great Wall of China

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The Parthenon

Question 53

What is the name of the body of water that separates the United Kingdom from France?

Accepted Answer

The English Channel

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The North Sea

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The Atlantic Ocean

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The Mediterranean Sea

Question 54

Which of the following rivers flows through London?

Accepted Answer

The River Thames

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The River Nile

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The River Amazon

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The River Mississippi

Question 55

What is the official currency of the United Kingdom?

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The Pound Sterling

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The Euro

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The Dollar

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The Yen

Question 56

What is a potential impact of climate change on the UK's coastal areas?

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Increased flooding and erosion

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Improved water sports opportunities

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Increased agricultural productivity

Question 57

What is a significant environmental problem currently faced by the UK?

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Air pollution

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Deforestation

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Water shortages

Question 58

How does tourism benefit the UK's economy?

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Creates jobs and boosts local businesses

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Only benefits London

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Damages the environment

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Makes no difference

Question 59

In the UK, the monarch (King or Queen) is the Head of State. How does this role influence the decision-making process in Parliament?

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The monarch can offer guidance and advice to the Prime Minister and Parliament on important issues.

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The monarch has the most power in decision-making.

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The monarch can reject any law passed by Parliament.

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The monarch has no influence on decision-making in Parliament.

Question 60

Which of these is NOT a country that makes up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland?

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Ireland

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England

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Scotland

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Wales

Question 61

What is the name of the highest mountain in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

Ben Nevis

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Mount Snowdon

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Scafell Pike

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Mount Everest

Question 62

Which city is the capital of the United Kingdom?

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London

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Edinburgh

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Cardiff

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Belfast

Question 63

What is the main type of climate found in the United Kingdom?

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Temperate oceanic

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Tropical monsoon

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Mediterranean

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Subarctic

Question 64

What is the name of the ancient stone circle located in Wiltshire?

Accepted Answer

Stonehenge

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Machu Picchu

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The Colosseum

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The Great Wall of China