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Who were the original inhabitants of Great Britain?

Britons (correct)

Celtic tribes

Romans

Anglo-Saxons

What was the likely purpose of Stonehenge constructed by the early inhabitants?

A marketplace

A defensive fortress

A temple or astronomical clock (correct)

A burial site

What significant structure did the Romans build to protect their northern territories?

The Roman Road

The Fort of Dover

The Great Wall

Hadrian's Wall (correct)

What characterized the social structure of the Celts?

Tribal organization led by the strongest warrior Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the contributions of Alfred the Great during the Anglo-Saxon period?

He translated books into Old English Signup and view all the answers

What motivated the Vikings to invade Britain in 800 AD?

Overcrowding in Scandinavia and a desire for treasures. Signup and view all the answers

What significant action did King Alfred the Great take against the Vikings?

He divided England with the Vikings. Signup and view all the answers

Which geographical region did the Vikings originate from?

Scandinavia Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements shows the Viking influence in Britain?

Town names ending in -by or -thorpe. Signup and view all the answers

What technological advantage did the Vikings have as sailors?

Their ships could navigate through shallow waters. Signup and view all the answers

Which country is NOT part of the United Kingdom?

Ireland Signup and view all the answers

What is the capital city of Scotland?

Edinburgh Signup and view all the answers

Brexit indicates the departure of the UK from which organization?

European Union Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of prose?

Plot and characters Signup and view all the answers

What literary device involves the repetition of the same consonant sound?

Alliteration Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of a tragedy in drama?

Serious themes and often death Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the author of plays?

Playwright Signup and view all the answers

What is the capital of the United Kingdom?

London Signup and view all the answers