British History Overview Quiz
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British History Overview Quiz

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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?

    <p>Tribal organization led by the strongest warrior</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>He translated books into Old English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated the Vikings to invade Britain in 800 AD?

    <p>Overcrowding in Scandinavia and a desire for treasures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>He divided England with the Vikings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which geographical region did the Vikings originate from?

    <p>Scandinavia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Town names ending in -by or -thorpe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological advantage did the Vikings have as sailors?

    <p>Their ships could navigate through shallow waters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is NOT part of the United Kingdom?

    <p>Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capital city of Scotland?

    <p>Edinburgh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Brexit indicates the departure of the UK from which organization?

    <p>European Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic feature of prose?

    <p>Plot and characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Alliteration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of a tragedy in drama?

    <p>Serious themes and often death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the author of plays?

    <p>Playwright</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capital of the United Kingdom?

    <p>London</p> Signup and view all the answers

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