12 Questions
What is the term used to refer to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland?
The United Kingdom
What is the name of the river that is the longest in the UK?
Severn
What is the currency used in the UK?
GB£
What is the term used to refer to England, Wales, and Scotland?
Great Britain
What is the population of the UK as of 2024?
67,927,275
What is the form of government in the UK?
Constitutional monarchy with parliamentary government
What is the primary difference between 'English' and 'British'?
One refers to England, the other to Great Britain
Why is the term 'Britain' often considered outdated?
It does not include Northern Ireland
What is the primary reason for the distinction between 'British Isles' and 'United Kingdom'?
One includes Ireland, the other does not
What is the name of the largest river in the UK by a significant margin?
Severn
What is the term used to describe the system of government in the UK?
Constitutional monarchy with parliamentary government
What is the name of the capital city of the UK?
London
This quiz covers the physical setting of British civilization, including the distinction between England and Britain, national loyalties, and the composition of the UK and British Isles.
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