The United Kingdom: Facts and Geography

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Which of the following is NOT a country within the United Kingdom?

  • Wales
  • Scotland
  • Republic of Ireland (correct)
  • England

The United Kingdom is located in northwestern Africa.

False (B)

What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?

London

The highest peak in the United Kingdom is __________.

<p>Scafell Pike</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body of water does NOT surround the United Kingdom?

<p>Mediterranean Sea (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The official language of the United Kingdom is Gaelic.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the longest river in the United Kingdom?

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

The currency used in the United Kingdom is __________.

<p>Pound Sterling</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the country with their capital city

<p>England = London Scotland = Edinburgh Wales = Cardiff Northern Ireland = Belfast</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following foods is considered a typical dish of the United Kingdom?

<p>Fish and Chips (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Countries in the UK?

England, Scotland, North Ireland, and Wales.

Waters around the UK?

Atlantic Ocean, North Sea, English Channel, Celtic Sea, and Irish Sea.

What type of nation is the UK?

An island nation in northwestern Europe.

UK Population?

Approximately 56 million.

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What is the capital of the UK?

London (population 14.9 million).

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UK currency?

Pound Sterling.

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Highest peak in the UK?

Scafell Pike (978 meters).

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Longest river in the UK?

River Severn (220 miles).

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Popular UK food?

Fish and chips.

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Official language of the UK?

English.

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Study Notes

General Facts

  • The United Kingdom consists of four countries: England, Scotland, North Ireland and Wales.
  • The United Kingdom is an island nation situated in northwestern Europe.
  • The population is 56 million.
  • The capital is London (14.9 million).
  • The currency is the Pound Sterling.
  • A popular food is fish and chips.
  • English is the official language.

Geography

  • The United Kingdom is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea, and the Irish Sea.
  • The highest peak is Scafell Pike (978 meters).
  • The longest river is the Severn (220 miles).

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