THE UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN ISLAND

When was the UK formed?

• 1603

• 1707

• 1922

• 1801

Answer explanation

The UK was formed in 1801 when the Kingdom of Great Britain and the Kingdom of Ireland merged to create the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.

What is the national flower of England?

• Daffodil

• Thistle

• Shamrock

• Rose

Answer explanation

The national flower of England is the Rose, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Which country is not represented in the Union Flag?

• Scotland

• Wales

• Ireland

• England

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Wales because it is not represented in the Union Flag, while Scotland, Ireland, and England are all part of it.

What is the highest mountain in the UK?

• Ben Nevis

• Scafell Pike

• Snowdon

• Slieve Donard

Answer explanation

Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the UK, standing at 1,345 meters (4,413 ft) above sea level.

What is the national anthem of the UK?

• Jerusalem

• Land of Hope and Glory

• Rule Britannia

• God Save the Queen

Answer explanation

The national anthem of the UK is 'God Save the Queen', making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Which language is increasingly used in schools and by some local authorities in the UK?

• Gaelic

• Welsh

• Scots

• Cornish

Answer explanation

Welsh is increasingly used in schools and by some local authorities in the UK, making it the correct choice.

What is the name of the female embodiment of Britain?

• Albion

• Eire

• Britannia

• Caledonia

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Britannia, as she is the female embodiment of Britain in mythology and symbolism.

Which part of the UK has its own legislative assemblies and systems of law?

• Isle of Man

• Channel Islands

• Northern Ireland

• Scotland

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Isle of Man as it has its own legislative assemblies and systems of law.

What is the national flower of Northern Ireland?

• Rose

• Thistle

• Shamrock

• Daffodil

Answer explanation

The national flower of Northern Ireland is the Shamrock, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Which country was united with England in 1543?

• Scotland

• Ireland

• Wales

• France

Answer explanation

Wales was united with England in 1543, making it the correct choice among the options provided.