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Who were the first people to arrive in Britain in what we call the Stone Age? start learning
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When did Britain become permanently separated from the continent by the Channel? start learning
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The Commonwealth has no power over its members and it cannot suspend their membership: start learning
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Which of the following statements regarding the Black Death is NOT true? start learning
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It affected children and old people only
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Who was reigning in England when Wales became formally united with England by the Act for the Government of Wales? start learning
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The Elizabethan period is known for the richness of its poetry and drama, especially for the plays and poems of which playwright? start learning
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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of British life? start learning
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Which TWO of the following are environmental charities? start learning
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The National Trust / Friends of the Earth
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Which flag has a diagonal red cross on a white ground? start learning
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The cross of St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland
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Where is the city of Swansea located? start learning
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When is Christmas Eve celebrated? start learning
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Which British sportsman won five consecutive gold medals at the Olympic Games in the rowing category? start learning
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What is the name of the centrepiece to the Remembrance Day service located in Whitehall, London? start learning
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Who was the inventor of the World Wide Web? start learning
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What does the UK offer to its residents or citizens (choose FIVE answers)? start learning
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freedom of belief and religion, freedom of speech, freedom from unfair discrimination, a right to a fair trial and a right to join in the election of a government
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When did the Wars of the Roses start? start learning
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How many members does the Scottish Parliament have? start learning
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What does the term ‘coalition’ refer to? start learning
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If no political party wins a majority, two parties may join and govern together
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The public can listen to debates in the Palace of Westminster from public galleries in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. start learning
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Pool and darts are traditional pub games. start learning
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When did the UK join the European Economic Community (EEC)? start learning
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What is the minimum age requirement in the UK to drink wine or beer with a meal provided you are with someone over 18? start learning
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Who is the spiritual leader of the Church of England? start learning
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The Archbishop of Canterbury
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Civil servants cannot stand for public office: start learning
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