The British empire

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How big was the British Empire in 1922?

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25% of the world's population and land mass

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What was the Britain's primary goal in building an Empire?

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Gaining power and wealth

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Who were the majority of the first British people in Australia?

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Criminals

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What does the phrase "the sun never sets over the British Empire" mean?

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it shows how large their empire was

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Which British company was responsible for trading with Asia?

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The East India Company

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What is the reason most Australians speak English?

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The UK settled and brought their language.

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How many countries are in the Commonwealth?

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53

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Who is the head of the Commonwealth of Nations?

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the British Monarch

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How many people are there in the Commonwealth?

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1.8 billion people

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When did Gibraltarians vote against becoming part of Spanien?

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2002