British literature & culture

What makes up the United Kingdom?

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

• Wales, England and Scotland

• Wales, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland

Which title do many British women use to avoid indicating whether or not they are married?

• Miss

• Ms

• Mrs

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

• 21

• 18

• 16

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

• The end of the Great Fire of London

• •  The formation of the United Kingdom

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

Which of the following nationalities has the largest number of UK residents?

• Irish

•  Polish

• Indian

After English (and Welsh in Wales), which language is the most commonly spoken mother tongue in the UK?

• French

• Polish

• Punjabi

What is the most prominent religion in the UK?

• Islam

• Catholicism

• Anglicanism (Church of England)

Which of the following was not invented in the UK?

• Marmite

• Peanut butter

• Chicken tikka masala

How often is a general election held in the UK?

•  Every four years, on the last Thursday in May

• Every five years, on the first Thursday in May

•  Every five years or sooner if the Prime Minister decides

Which of the following is considered poor etiquette in the UK?

• Eating lunch at your desk

• Arriving at someone's house to say 'hello' uninvited

• Arriving for dinner at someone's house 15 minutes late