UK Culture Quiz

What makes up the United Kingdom?

• Wales, England and Scotland

• Wales, England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

• Wales, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland

What is the minimum compulsory school leaving age in the UK?

• 21

• 18

• 16

What do the British celebrate on Bonfire night on 5th November?

• The formation of the United Kingdom

• The end of the Great Fire of London

• The failure of Guy Fawkes to blow up the Houses of Parliament

How often is a general election held in the UK?

• Every four years, on the last Thursday in May

• Every five years or sooner if the Prime Minister decides

• Every five years, on the first Thursday in May

The day after Christmas is known as ... day.

• Cold Turkey's

• Boxing

• Thanksgiving

The Queen, Britain's official head of state, has ..........power.

• absolute

• little real

• no

The Parliament consists of an elected House of Commons and an unelected House of .....

• Lords

• Senators

• Donors

St Patrick's Day is celebrated on

• 1st March

• 17th March

• 30th November

The initials GCSE stand for:

• General Certificate of Secondary Education

• General Certificate of Special Education

• Grade Certificate of School Education

When do people in the UK wear poppies:

• Valentine's Day

• Remembrance Sunday

• Mother's Day