English speaking countries culture

Who was the first president of the USA?

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Answer explanation

George Washington (February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799) was an American Founding Father, military officer, and politician who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797.

What is the capital of Australia?

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Answer explanation

In 1908 the site of the nation's capital was chosen as a compromise between rival cities, Sydney and Melbourne.

What do children say on Halloween?

• Trick or Sleep
• Treat and Run
• Trick or Treat
• Sweets or money

Answer explanation

A Halloween practice in which children wearing costumes go from door to door in a neighborhood saying "trick or treat" when a door is opened to ask for treats with the implied threat of playing tricks on those who refuse

When is Independence Day in the USA?

• 11 November

• fourth Thursday in November

• July 4th
• third Monday in January

Answer explanation

The Congress voted to approve independence by passing the Lee Resolution on July 2 and adopted the Declaration of Independence two days later, on July 4, 1776.

Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches, and ceremonies, in addition to other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States.

The fourth Thursday of November is Thanksgiving.

Who is the current monarch of the United Kingdom?

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Answer explanation

King Charles III, formerly known as The Prince of Wales, became King on the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II on 8 September 2022. Charles was the oldest person to succeed to the British throne, at the age of 73.

What are the native Australians called?

• Aborigines

• Apaches

• Maori

• Pygmies

Answer explanation

Australia's first people—known as Aboriginal Australians—have lived on the continent for over 65,000 years.

About 3 percent of Australia's population has Aboriginal heritage.

Who wrote the play 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Answer explanation

William Shakespeare (1564 – 1616) was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.

Who invented the sandwich?

• George Washington

• King Henry VIII

• Earl of Sandwich

• Queen Victoria

Answer explanation

In 1762, John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, invented the meal that changed dining forever. As the story goes, he was playing cards and did not want to leave the gaming table to eat. He asked for a serving of roast beef to be placed between two slices of bread so he could eat with his hands. Thus, the Sandwich was born.

In which town is Hyde Park?

• Manchester
• London
• Birmingham
• Liverpool

Answer explanation

The park was established by Henry VIII in 1536, when he took the land from Westminster Abbey and used it as a hunting ground. It opened to the public in 1637 and quickly became popular, particularly for May Day parades. The park also became a place for duels.

Free speech and demonstrations have been a key feature of Hyde Park since the 19th century. Speakers' Corner has been established as a point of free speech and debate since 1872.

The park covers 140 ha of space.

What is the flag of the USA called?

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Answer explanation

Nicknames for the flag include "the Stars and Stripes" and "Old Glory".

Maple Leaf is Canadian, Union Jack is English, and Tricolour is French flag.