How Much Do You Really Know About The British Culture!

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    Which of the following cities is not in the UK? 

    • Birmingham
    • Bradford
    • Bristol
    • New Jersey
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In the UK, the English language is spoken by approximately 98% of the population in numerous dialects. Accents can vary tremendously from West to East, North to South. Scottish Gaelic, Irish Gaelic, and Welsh are some of the regional language speakers. This short quiz will test your knowledge of what you know about British culture.

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  • 2. 
    Which of the following is a premier league team?  - ProProfs

    Which of the following is a premier league team? 

    • Juventus

    • Barcelona 

    •  Manchester United

    • Real Madrid

    Correct Answer
    A.  Manchester United
    Explanation
    Manchester United is a premier league team. The Premier League is the top professional football league in England, and Manchester United is one of the most successful and popular clubs in the league. They have a rich history and have won numerous league titles, making them a well-known premier league team. Juventus, Barcelona, and Real Madrid are not premier league teams; they belong to other leagues such as Serie A and La Liga.

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  • 3. 
    Which of these British cultural events is specifically associated with cheese rolling?  - ProProfs

    Which of these British cultural events is specifically associated with cheese rolling? 

    • Bonfire Night 

    • Notting Hill Carnival 

    • Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake 

    • Glastonbury Festival

    Correct Answer
    A. Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake 
    Explanation
    Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake is an annual event held near Gloucester, England, where participants race down a steep hill chasing a rolling wheel of Double Gloucester cheese. This unique and slightly dangerous tradition has its roots in the 1800s and attracts both locals and international visitors. The other options are unrelated to cheese rolling: Bonfire Night commemorates the failed Gunpowder Plot, Notting Hill Carnival is a celebration of Caribbean culture, and Glastonbury Festival is a renowned music and performing arts festival.

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  • 4. 
    Which of the following is a city in the UK?  - ProProfs

    Which of the following is a city in the UK? 

    • Brussels 

    • Berlin

    • Detroit 

    • Dundee

    Correct Answer
    A. Dundee
    Explanation
    Dundee is a city in the UK.

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  • 5. 
    Which of the following is not a premier league team?  - ProProfs

    Which of the following is not a premier league team? 

    • Manchester City 

    • Newcastle

    • Liverpool

    • Real Madrid

    Correct Answer
    A. Real Madrid
    Explanation
    Real Madrid is not a premier league team. The premier league refers to the top professional football league in England, while Real Madrid is a Spanish football club that competes in La Liga, the top professional league in Spain.

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  • 6. 
    What is the British Lower house called?  - ProProfs

    What is the British Lower house called? 

    • House of Lords 

    • Senate 

    • House of Commons 

    • House of Representatives

    Correct Answer
    A. House of Commons 
    Explanation
    The British Lower house is called the House of Commons. This is the principal legislative body in the United Kingdom, consisting of Members of Parliament (MPs) who are elected by the public. The House of Commons is responsible for debating and passing laws, scrutinizing the government, and representing the interests of the people. It is one of the two houses of the British Parliament, with the other being the House of Lords.

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  • 7. 
    Which of the following is not a British Cuisine?  - ProProfs

    Which of the following is not a British Cuisine? 

    • Fish and chips

    • Cockles

    • Yorkshire pudding

    • Apple Pie

    Correct Answer
    A. Apple Pie
    Explanation
    Apple Pie is not a British Cuisine because it originated in America. While it is popular in many countries, including Britain, it is not considered a traditional British dish. British cuisine is more commonly associated with dishes like fish and chips, cockles, and Yorkshire pudding, which have deeper roots in British culinary history.

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  • 8. 
    When was Northern Ireland created?  - ProProfs

    When was Northern Ireland created? 

    • 1920

    • 1921

    • 1922

    • 1932

    Correct Answer
    A. 1922
    Explanation
    Northern Ireland was created in 1922 as a result of the Government of Ireland Act. This act partitioned Ireland into two separate entities - Northern Ireland and Southern Ireland. Northern Ireland was established as a separate political entity with its own devolved government and remained part of the United Kingdom. The creation of Northern Ireland aimed to address the political and religious divisions between the Protestant and Catholic communities in Ireland.

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  • 9. 
    How many clubs are in the premier league?  - ProProfs

    How many clubs are in the premier league? 

    • 20

    • 24

    • 22

    • 18

    Correct Answer
    A. 20
    Explanation
    There are 20 clubs in the Premier League.

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  • 10. 
    Where is the highest point in the British Isles? - ProProfs

    Where is the highest point in the British Isles?

    • Mt. Snowdon

    • Big Ben 

    • Ben Nevis

    • Scafell Pike

    Correct Answer
    A. Ben Nevis
    Explanation
    Ben Nevis, located in Scotland, is the highest point in the British Isles, standing at 1,345 meters (4,413 feet) above sea level. It is a popular destination for hikers and climbers. The other options, such as Mt. Snowdon, Scafell Pike, and Big Ben, are significant landmarks but are not as high as Ben Nevis.

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