Life in the UK - A modern, thriving society - Sport

Which of the following statements is correct?

• There is a yearly sailing race on the River Thames between Oxford and Cambridege Universities.

• There is a yearly rowing race on the River Thames between Oxford and Cambridege Universities.

Which is the most popular sport in the UK?

• Football

• Rugby

• Golf

• Tennis

Which TWO of the following are linked to football?

• The Ashes

• UEFA

• Premier League

• The Open

Which TWO of the following are major horse racing events in the UK?

• The Open Championship

• Scottish Grand National

• Six Nations Championship

• Royal Ascot

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A famous sailing event is held at Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

• A famous sailing event is held in the city of Belfast.

Which of the following statements is correct?

• The first professional Uk football clubs were formed in the late 19th century.

• The first professional Uk football clubs were formed in 1066.

Is the statement below is TRUE or FALSE.

Mo Farah and Jessica Ennis are well-known athletes who won gold medals at the 2012 Olympics.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following statements is correct?

• Sir Steve Redgrave is a famous rower who won gold medals in five conseutive Olympic Games.

• Sir Steve Redgrave is a famous film actor who won several BAFTAs

Which of the following statements is correct?

• Andy Murray is the first British man to sail around the world.

• Andy Murray is the first British man to win a singles tennis title in a Grand Slam tournament sicne 1936.

Which of the following statements is correct?

• Rugby was introduced to ancient Britian by Viking invaders.

• Rugby originated in England in the early 19th century.