Britain's Census Results: Ethnicity, Religion & Identity

Britain's Census Results: Ethnicity, Religion & Identity

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explores the history and significance of the UK census, highlighting key findings from the 2021 data release. It covers changes in ethnic and national identity, demography, migration, and the status of UK Armed Forces veterans. The data reveals a more diverse and multicultural Britain, with shifts in population, household composition, and religious affiliation. The video concludes by noting the rapid changes in British society and the implications for future censuses.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did the regular national census start taking place in the UK?

1801

1941

2021

1086

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant change in the 2021 census regarding national identity?

Increase in those identifying as English

Decrease in those identifying as British

Decrease in those identifying as English

Increase in those identifying as Irish

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which non-UK nationality saw a significant rise in the 2021 census?

Romanian

German

French

Italian

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the percentage decrease in those identifying as Christian in the UK from 2011 to 2021?

13.1%

10.1%

15.1%

5.1%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the population growth in England and Wales from 2011 to 2021?

2.5 million

3.5 million

4.5 million

5.5 million

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of households in England and Wales were considered deprived in 2021?

51.7%

41.7%

71.7%

61.7%

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which area in England and Wales had the highest proportion of veterans according to the 2021 census?

Manchester

Gosport

Birmingham

London