Culture and Customs: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Modern Foreign Languages Year 3

Question 1

Which of these dishes is NOT typically eaten in Britain?

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Spaghetti Bolognese

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Fish and chips

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Shepherd's pie

Question 2

How can understanding British culture help you appreciate other cultures?

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Recognize that different cultures have different values and beliefs.

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Understand that all cultures are the same.

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Believe that your culture is superior to others.

Question 3

In the United Kingdom, people celebrate Bonfire Night on November 5th with bonfires and fireworks. Can you share a similar tradition or custom from your culture that also involves fire?

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Diwali, a festival of lights, where fireworks and firecrackers are used to celebrate.

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Singing carols around a bonfire during Christmas celebrations.

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Eating hot cross buns on Good Friday, a Christian holiday.

Question 4

What takes place during the 'Trooping the Colour' ceremony?

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Soldiers march in a parade, and airplanes fly overhead.

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The Queen wears a crown and a long dress.

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People sing a special song about the Queen.

Question 5

Which of these is a traditional British folk tale?

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The Pied Piper of Hamelin

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The Little Mermaid

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The Ugly Duckling

Question 6

In Britain, people from many different cultures live together. What makes this a special feature of British culture?

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It makes British culture unique and diverse.

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It makes British culture less interesting.

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It makes it difficult for people to communicate.

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It makes British culture less traditional.

Question 7

How does tourism impact British cultural heritage?

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It can help preserve it by providing money for upkeep and repairs.

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It can harm it by causing too much wear and tear.

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It has no effect on it because it's a different industry.

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It always improves it by making people more aware of and interested in it.

Question 8

Which instrument is unique to Scottish music?

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Bagpipes

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Guitar

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Drums

Question 9

How has immigration and cultural exchange shaped British culture?

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British culture has become more vibrant and diverse, influenced by other cultures.

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British culture has remained unchanged, unaffected by external influences.

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Immigrants to Britain have had to abandon their own cultures and adopt British culture.

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Cultural exchange has had no impact on Britain's economy or society.

Question 10

Which of these is the traditional Scottish clothing item?

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Kilt

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Bowler hat

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Beret

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Sombrero

Question 11

Scotland is part of the United Kingdom, and Edinburgh is its capital city. Which special event takes place every year in Edinburgh?

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The Edinburgh Fringe Festival

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Morris dancing

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The Notting Hill Carnival

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The Royal Tournament

Question 12

How has British culture been influenced by people and places from around the world?

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People and ideas from other countries have added to and changed British customs and ways of life.

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British culture has stayed the same over time.

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Globalization has caused British culture to lose its unique traditions.

Question 13

Why are sports like football, rugby, and cricket so important to British culture? What do they tell us about British values and traditions?

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Option 2: These sports show British values like teamwork, fair play, and a competitive spirit.

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Option 1: These sports are just popular hobbies in Britain, and don't have any special cultural meaning.

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Option 3: These sports show British values like politeness, respect, and a love of tradition.

Question 14

Which flag is the national symbol of the United Kingdom?

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The Union Jack

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The Rose

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The Red Dragon

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The Thistle

Question 15

Which sound is usually NOT found in traditional British folk music?

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Electronic drums

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Acoustic guitar

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Fiddle

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Tin whistle

Question 16

Who wrote the famous books about Harry Potter, the young wizard?

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J.K. Rowling

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William Shakespeare

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Charles Dickens

Question 17

How does cultural exchange impact British society? Discuss both its benefits and drawbacks.

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Cultural interactions introduce new ideas and perspectives, promoting innovation and economic growth.

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Cultural exchange fosters tolerance and understanding among different communities in British society.

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Cultural exchange can lead to the loss of traditional British customs and values.

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British culture is superior to other cultures and should not be influenced by external cultural exchanges.

Question 18

Why is it important to protect cultural heritage sites in Britain? What role does the National Trust play in preserving them?

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They help us learn about our history and heritage.

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They protect important buildings and landscapes.

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They are old and interesting to look at.

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They attract tourists and make money.

Question 19

When you meet someone in the United Kingdom, what is the most common way to say hello?

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Hello

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Bonjour

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Hola

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Guten Tag

Question 20

Which of these is the name of the iconic red double-decker bus in London?

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The Routemaster

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The Big Ben Bus

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The London Eye Bus

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The Buckingham Palace Bus

Question 21

What is the name of the event celebrated in Britain where people dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating?

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Halloween

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Christmas

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Bonfire Night

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Easter

Question 22

Who is the famous British writer that wrote 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' and 'Through the Looking-Glass'?

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Lewis Carroll

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William Shakespeare

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Charles Dickens

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Jane Austen

Question 23

Which traditional British dance is known for its precise footwork and graceful movements?

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Morris dancing

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Highland dancing

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Ballet

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Tap dancing

Question 24

Who is the British monarch that has reigned the longest in history?

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Queen Victoria

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King Henry VIII

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Queen Elizabeth I

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King George VI

Question 25

What is the name of the famous clock tower located in the Palace of Westminster in London?

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Big Ben

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Buckingham Palace Clock

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St. Paul's Cathedral Clock

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Windsor Castle Clock

Question 26

Which British sporting event is recognized worldwide for its prestigious tennis matches?

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Wimbledon

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The FA Cup

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The Grand National

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The Six Nations

Question 27

What is the name of the traditional British currency?

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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 28

What is the name of the famous Scottish dance?

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Highland Fling

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Morris Dance

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Waltz

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Tango

Question 29

What is the national flower of England?

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Rose

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Thistle

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Shamrock

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Daffodil

Question 30

What is the traditional outfit worn by women in Wales?

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Crys

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Kilt

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Dirndl

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Sari

Question 31

Which country celebrates Saint Patrick's Day?

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Ireland

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Scotland

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England

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Wales

Question 32

What is the name of the famous British clock tower?

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Big Ben

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Buckingham Palace

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Tower of London

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Windsor Castle

Question 33

Which of these is a typical British dish?

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Fish and chips

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Pizza

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Sushi

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Tacos

Question 34

What is the official language of the UK?

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English

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French

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Spanish

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Italian

Question 35

Which of these is NOT a cultural festival celebrated in the UK?

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Oktoberfest

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Glastonbury Festival

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Edinburgh Fringe Festival

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Royal Ascot

Question 36

What is the name of the money used in the UK?

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Pound Sterling

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Euro

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US Dollar

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Yen

Question 37

What is a famous dish that comes from England?

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Fish and chips

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Pasta

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Pizza

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Sushi

Question 38

Which of these is something that people in Britain don't usually do?

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Take a siesta

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Have afternoon tea

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Play cricket

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Do Morris dancing

Question 39

Do you know the name of the family that is in charge of the United Kingdom?

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The Windsors

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The Romanovs

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The Bourbons

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The Habsburgs

Question 40

What is the symbol of Scotland called?

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A thistle

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A rose

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A shamrock

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A dragon

Question 41

Which one of these languages is spoken in Wales?

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Welsh

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English

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Gaelic

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Cornish

Question 42

Can you name a well-known landmark that is in the United Kingdom?

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Big Ben

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The Eiffel Tower

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The Statue of Liberty

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The Taj Mahal

Question 43

Do you know what the name of the song is that British people sing when they are showing love for their country?

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God Save the Queen/King

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The Star-Spangled Banner

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La Marseillaise

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Deutschlandlied

Question 44

What is the money called that British people use?

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The pound

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The euro

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The dollar

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The yen

Question 45

Which city is the most important one in the United Kingdom?

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London

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Paris

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Rome

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Madrid

Question 46

Which food is not traditionally British?

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Pizza

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Fish and chips

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Bangers and mash

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Shepherd's pie

Question 47

What is the famous clock tower in London called?

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Big Ben

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The Tower of London

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Buckingham Palace

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Windsor Castle

Question 48

Who is the Queen of England?

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Elizabeth II

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Victoria

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Margaret Thatcher

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Theresa May

Question 49

Which of these is a traditional Welsh instrument?

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Harp

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Bagpipes

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Violin

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Piano

Question 50

What is the name of the British flag?

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Union Jack

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Stars and Stripes

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Maple Leaf

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Tricolour

Question 51

Which of these is not a traditional British dish?

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Pizza

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Fish and chips

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Shepherd's pie

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Roast beef

Question 52

Who is the current British monarch?

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Queen Elizabeth II

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King William

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Prince Charles

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Boris Johnson

Question 53

Which of these is a famous British landmark?

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Big Ben

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Eiffel Tower

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Statue of Liberty

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Taj Mahal

Question 54

What is the traditional British greeting?

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Hello

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Bonjour

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Hola

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Ciao

Question 55

Which of these is a British holiday?

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Christmas

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Thanksgiving

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Eid

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Mardi Gras

Question 56

What is the name of the British flag?

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Union Jack

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Stars and Stripes

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Tricolour

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Maple Leaf

Question 57

Which of these is a British author?

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William Shakespeare

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Herman Melville

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Fyodor Dostoevsky

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Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Question 58

What is the traditional British currency?

Accepted Answer

Pound sterling

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Euro

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Dollar

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Yen

Question 59

What is the name of the British anthem?

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God Save the Queen

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La Marseillaise

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The Star-Spangled Banner

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O Canada

Question 60

What is a well-known traditional food in the United Kingdom?

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Fish and chips

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Pasta

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Pizza

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Tacos

Question 61

What is the name of the iconic clock tower in London, England?

Accepted Answer

Big Ben

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The Eiffel Tower

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The Empire State Building

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The Statue of Liberty

Question 62

Which of these sports is particularly popular in the United Kingdom?

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Cricket

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Basketball

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American Football

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Baseball

Question 63

What is the name of the traditional Scottish garment worn by men?

Accepted Answer

Kilt

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Tartan

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Sporran

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Beret

Question 64

Which of these is a significant holiday celebrated in the United Kingdom?

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Christmas Day

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Independence Day

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Thanksgiving

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Memorial Day