Quiz on England Karpiuk the 9th form

Which country is the biggest part of the United Kingdom?

• Scotland

• England

• Wales

• Northern Ireland

What does the name "England" mean?

• Land of the Celts

• Land of the Angles

• Land of the Saxons

• Land of the Normans

What is the capital of England and the UK?

• Manchester

• Birmingham

• London

• Liverpool

What is the national flag of England called?

• The Union Jack

• The St George’s Cross

• The Tudor Rose

• The Red Dragon

When is St George’s Day celebrated?

• 23 April

• 1 May

• 14 February

• 30 June

Which flower is the national symbol of England?

• Thistle

• Daffodil

• Shamrock

• Tudor Rose

Which universities are the most famous in England?

• Oxford and Cambridge

• Harvard and Yale

• Edinburgh and Glasgow

• Trinity College and King’s College

What is the most popular sport in England?

• Tennis

• Cricket

• Football

• Rugby

Which of these is NOT mentioned as a popular sport in England?

• Squash

• Basketball

• Badminton

• Rugby

Who is NOT mentioned as a famous English writer?

• William Shakespeare

• J.R.R. Tolkien

• Charles Dickens

• Mark Twain