United Kingdom

Which of the following regions is NOT part of the United Kingdom?

• Scotland

• Wales

• Ireland

• Northern Ireland

What is the role of the monarch in the United Kingdom?

• Speaker of the House

• Head of State

• Head of Government

• Prime Minister

What historical structure houses the Crown Jewels?

• Edinburgh Castle

• Tower of London

• Windsor Castle

• Buckingham Palace

At its peak, what fraction of the world's land area did the British Empire cover?

• One-half

• One-fourth

• One-fifth

• One-third

What was a major factor in the UK's rise to wealth and power during the Industrial Revolution?

• Discovery of oil

• Invention of water-powered machines

• Development of nuclear energy

• Expansion of agriculture

Which region of the UK is known for its numerous islands and lakes?

• Scotland

• Wales

• Northern Ireland

• England

What is the primary climate characteristic of the United Kingdom?

• Arid and dry

• Tropical and humid

• Temperate and rainy

• Cold and snowy