UK Geography: Physical and Human Features - Interactive Quizzes

Question 1

Which climate zone is always hot and humid?

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Tropical

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Temperate

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Polar

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Mediterranean

Question 2

How does the location of water sources influence where people choose to live and the success of their communities?

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People tend to live near water sources because they need water to survive and do many things.

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Water sources are found everywhere, so people can live anywhere they want.

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Where water is found doesn't matter for where people live.

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People can live far from water sources because we can move water long distances.

Question 3

What human activity can lead to the loss of forests and the animals that live there?

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Cutting down trees to make space for farms

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Building houses that are good for the environment

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Reusing paper and plastic

Question 4

Which of the following natural resources is **not** found in the United Kingdom?

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Gold

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Oil

Question 5

Which physical feature is located in Scotland?

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Ben Nevis

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Lake Windermere

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River Thames

Question 6

How has the United Kingdom's climate changed over time, and what are the potential impacts of future climate change?

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The UK's climate has become warmer and wetter over time, and future climate change will likely make it even warmer and wetter.

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The UK's climate has become colder and wetter over time, and future climate change will likely make it even colder and wetter.

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The UK's climate has not changed over time, and future climate change is unlikely to have any impact on it.

Question 7

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

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Ben Nevis

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Mount Everest

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Scafell Pike

Question 8

What are two ways the government has tried to reduce economic inequality in the UK?

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Providing tax breaks for businesses in poorer areas

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Increasing taxes on the wealthy

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Reducing government spending

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Doing nothing

Question 9

How has the United Kingdom's involvement in organizations like NATO and the United Nations impacted its global influence?

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Increased opportunities to shape world decisions

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Reduced involvement in international conflicts

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Diminished influence over former British colonies

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Harmed the United Kingdom's economy

Question 10

How has the United Kingdom's location by the Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea affected its past and way of life?

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It helped the UK become a big country for building ships and trading.

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It meant the UK was often attacked and taken over.

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It kept the UK separate from the rest of Europe and stopped cultural exchange.

Question 11

How has the UK's membership in the EU affected its businesses and trade?

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The UK can trade more easily with other EU countries and has lower costs.

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The UK no longer has its own currency.

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Farming has become more important in the UK.

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The UK has become less connected to the rest of the world.

Question 12

Which of the following is a reason why London has a higher population density than Edinburgh?

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London has more job opportunities than Edinburgh.

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London has a larger area than Edinburgh.

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London has a more favorable climate than Edinburgh.

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London is closer to the sea than Edinburgh.

Question 13

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

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Ben Nevis

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Mount Everest

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Scafell Pike

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Snowdon

Question 14

Which of these rivers is NOT a major river in the United Kingdom?

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River Seine

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River Thames

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River Severn

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River Clyde

Question 15

Around how many people live in London, the capital city of the United Kingdom?

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10 million

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1 million

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5 million

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15 million

Question 16

Which industry is very important to the economy of the United Kingdom?

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Financial services

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Farming

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Making things

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Tourism

Question 17

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

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English Channel

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Strait of Gibraltar

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Bristol Channel

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North Sea

Question 18

What is the weather in the United Kingdom usually like?

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Mild and wet throughout the year

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Hot and dry summers

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Cold and snowy winters

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Extreme temperature variations

Question 19

Which of the following cities is NOT in Scotland?

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Manchester

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Edinburgh

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Glasgow

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Aberdeen

Question 20

What is a special thing about the flag of the United Kingdom?

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It shows the symbols of England, Scotland, and Ireland

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It is the only flag with a dragon on it

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It is the oldest flag in the world

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It is completely red, white, and blue

Question 21

Which of these is a mountain range in the United Kingdom?

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Pennines

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Alps

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Andes

Question 22

What is the name of the longest river in England?

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River Thames

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River Severn

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River Nile

Question 23

Which of the following is the highest mountain in Scotland?

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Ben Nevis

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Scafell Pike

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Mount Snowdon

Question 24

What type of climate is most common in the United Kingdom?

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Temperate

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Polar

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Mediterranean

Question 25

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 26

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

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English Channel

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North Sea

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Irish Sea

Question 27

Which of these is a traditional British dish?

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Fish and chips

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Sushi

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Tacos

Question 28

Which of these is a renewable natural resource found in the United Kingdom?

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Water

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Oil

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Natural gas

Question 29

What kind of climate does the United Kingdom have?

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Temperate

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Tropical

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Polar

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Mediterranean

Question 30

What is the main economic activity in the United Kingdom?

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Services

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Agriculture

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Industry

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Tourism

Question 31

Which of these is a natural resource found in the United Kingdom?

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Coal

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Oil

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Gold

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Diamonds

Question 32

True or False: The population of the United Kingdom is evenly spread across the country.

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False

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True

Question 33

Which of these is a cultural tradition celebrated in the United Kingdom?

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Afternoon tea

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Haggis

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Bullfighting

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Siesta

Question 34

What 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 35

Identify the feature that is NOT a physical characteristic of the United Kingdom.

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Tower of London

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English Channel

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Lake District

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Loch Lomond

Question 36

Which region of the UK generally has the highest temperatures?

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Southeast England

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Scotland

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Northern Ireland

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Wales

Question 37

What is the primary economic activity in the southeast of England?

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Services

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Agriculture

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Manufacturing

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Tourism

Question 38

Which city is the capital of Wales?

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Cardiff

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Edinburgh

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London

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Belfast

Question 39

Which mountain is the tallest in the United Kingdom?

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Ben Nevis

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Mount Snowdon

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Scafell Pike

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Cheviot Hill

Question 40

What is a key cultural difference between Scotland and England?

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Language

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Religion

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Food

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There are no significant cultural differences

Question 41

Which famous landmark can be found in London?

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Tower Bridge

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Stonehenge

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Giant's Causeway

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Edinburgh Castle

Question 42

Which is the tallest mountain in the United Kingdom?

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Ben Nevis

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Mount Snowdon

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Scafell Pike

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Mount Everest

Question 43

Which river flows through London?

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The River Thames

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The River Seine

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The River Nile

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The Mississippi River

Question 44

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

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The English Channel

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The Mediterranean Sea

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The Atlantic Ocean

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The North Sea

Question 45

What 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 46

Which language is mostly spoken in the UK?

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English

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Welsh

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Scottish Gaelic

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Irish

Question 47

Which symbol represents England?

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The rose

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The thistle

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The leek

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The shamrock

Question 48

Which mountain range is located in Scotland?

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The Grampian Mountains

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The Alps

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The Pyrenees

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The Pennines

Question 49

Which tall mountain is the most famous peak in the United Kingdom?

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Ben Nevis

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Snowdon

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Scafell Pike

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Mount Snowdon

Question 50

Which important industry brings in the most money for the UK today?

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Handling money and finances

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Farming

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Making things in factories

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Tourism

Question 51

What's the name of the main city in Wales?

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Cardiff

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London

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Edinburgh

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Manchester

Question 52

Which sea is between England and France?

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English Channel

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North Sea

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Irish Sea

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Atlantic Ocean

Question 53

What valuable resource that comes from the earth is found a lot in the UK?

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Coal

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Oil

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Timber

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Gold

Question 54

What kind of weather do we mostly have in the United Kingdom?

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Mild and wet at times

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Very hot and dry

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Very cold all year round

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Freezing cold in winter, very hot in summer

Question 55

Which Scottish city has the highest number of people living in it?

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Glasgow

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Edinburgh

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Aberdeen

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Dundee

Question 56

In London, what is the name of the famous red bus with two levels?

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Routemaster

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Tube

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Black Cab

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Big Ben

Question 57

Which of these countries is NOT a 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 58

What is the highest mountain in the United Kingdom?

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Ben Nevis

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Mount Everest

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Scafell Pike

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Mount Snowdon

Question 59

What type of climate is found in the United Kingdom?

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Temperate maritime

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Tropical rainforest

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Desert

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Polar

Question 60

What is the capital city 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 61

Which of the following is NOT a natural resource found in the United Kingdom?

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Diamonds

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Coal

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Timber

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Oil

Question 62

What is the name of the mysterious ancient stone circle in England?

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Stonehenge

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Avebury

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Callanish

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Maeshowe

Question 63

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

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Ben Nevis

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Ben Lomond

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Mount Snowdon

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Scafell Pike

Question 64

Which river flows through the city of London?

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River Thames

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River Seine

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River Nile

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River Amazon