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Would you care for "a cuppa"?
- A couple of cookies.
- A second helping.
- A look at the wine list.
- A cup of tea.

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Have you ever heard of British slang? British slang is English language slang that is commonly used in modern language. Sometimes it relates to a particular class or group. The slang language is continually evolving, which makes it challenging to keep pace with, and not only does British slang have its own set of words, but they also have different See morespellings. This quiz will be the center of your attention when you discover all the different British slang.

2.

She spotted him at a nearby "zebra crossing."
- Zoo.
- Popular nightclub.
- Crosswalk.
- Starbucks.
Correct Answer

A. Crosswalk.
3.

The British call fries "chips." What do they call chips?
- Biscuits.
- Jolly canoes.
- Crisps.
- Fry snacks.
Correct Answer

A. Crisps.
4.

The family welcomed a "pigeon pair."
- Elderly birdwatchers, who often stay with families in the country.
- Boy and girl twins.
- A break in the routine.
- Foreign-exchange students.
Correct Answer

A. Boy and girl twins.
5.

He called the movie's plot "codswallop."
- Confusing.
- Overly long.
- Nonsense.
- Derivative.
Correct Answer

A. Nonsense.
6.

She hoped to find an "eiderdown" at Ikea that she liked.
- Armoire.
- Living-room set.
- Floor lamp.
- Comforter.
Correct Answer

A. Comforter.
7.

The restaurant was known for its "afters."
- Desserts.
- Late-night crowds.
- Customer service.
- Coffee.
Correct Answer

A. Desserts.
8.

There are more than 200 nations competing in the Olympics -- that's a lot of languages (and more than a few translators). The Rosetta Stone, whose discovery in the 19th century enabled modern scholars to understand Egyptian hieroglyphics, is on display where?
- The Houses of Parliament.
- The British Museum.
- The British Library.
- The Tower of London.
Correct Answer

A. The British Museum.
9.

The Olympic runner was "pipped at the post."
- Hung over the day after his victory.
- Excited to be at the Games.
- Disqualified right before the race.
- Just beaten in the race.
Correct Answer

A. Just beaten in the race.
10.

He could hear the "tip lorry" approaching.
- Express bus.
- Thunderstorm.
- Helicopter.
- Dump truck.
Correct Answer

A. Dump truck.
11.

It's a big year for Britain, and not just because of the Olympics. Queen Elizabeth II is celebrating her Diamond Jubilee this year. How many years has she been on the throne?
- 50.
- 55.
- 60.
- 75.
Correct Answer

A. 60.
12.

Visitors from around the world soon will be swarming London's streets, and it doesn't take many clues to deduce that some will be fans of Sherlock Holmes. To what address will they flock to take a photo of the fictional detective's lodgings?
- 84 Charing Cross Road.
- 10 Downing Street.
- 127A Russell Street.
- 221B Baker Street.
Correct Answer

A. 221B Baker Street.
13.

"Bob's your uncle."
- How embarrassing
- There you have it.
- The game is afoot.
- The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
Correct Answer

A. There you have it.
14.

"On your bike!"
- Not on your life!
- Go away!
- You're kidding me!
- Absolutely!
Correct Answer

A. Go away!
15.

He hoped there would be a "pillar box" on the next block.
- Pub known for its hearty fare.
- Mailbox.
- Public restroom.
- Entrance to the subway.
Correct Answer

A. Mailbox.
16.

Catching live Olympic events on TV will prove a challenge. How many hours ahead of Arizona time is London during the Games?
- 7.
- 8.
- 9.
- 10.
Correct Answer

A. 8.
17.

This will mark the third time London has hosted the Olympics, more than any other city. What were the previous years it saw the Games?
- 1924 and 1972.
- 1932 and 1960.
- 1904 and 1964.
- 1908 and 1948
Correct Answer

A. 1908 and 1948
18.

What are the Olympic mascots' names?
- Sherlock and Shropshire.
- Wenlock and Mandeville.
- Liddell and Abrahams.
- Neville and Malory.
Correct Answer

A. Wenlock and Mandeville.
19.

The London Olympics' official McDonald's is the largest in the world. How many square feet is it?
- 25,000.
- 28,000.
- 32,000.
- 41,000.
Correct Answer

A. 32,000.
20.

The Olympic torch relay will pass through all 32 London boroughs and the square-mile City of London financial district, not to mention traversing part of the Chunnel underneath the English Channel. Approximately how long is that tunnel?
- 31 miles.
- 52 miles.
- 20 miles.
- 65 miles.
Correct Answer

A. 31 miles.
21.

She sought work as an "agony aunt."
- Advice columnist.
- Temporary secretary.
- Midwife.
- Helpline operator.
Correct Answer

A. Advice columnist.
22.

Rhyming slang: "Apples and pears."
- Who cares?
- Bus fares.
- Wares.
- Stairs.
Correct Answer

A. Stairs.
23.

It was her goal to one day see the "merry dancers."
- A show on Broadway.
- Pamplona's annual running of the bulls.
- Northern lights.
- The changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.
Correct Answer

A. Northern lights.
24.

The whole evening was a "rum do."
- Wild party.
- Confusing incident.
- Well-planned outing.
- Expensive.
Correct Answer

A. Confusing incident.
25.

The London Aquatics Centre, which will house the Olympic swimming and diving events, is said to look like what animal?
- A stingray.
- An oyster.
- A beluga whale.
- A hammerhead shark.
Correct Answer

A. A stingray.
26.

What are the mascots named after?
- The main characters in "Chariots of Fire."
- An inventor and a legendary coach.
- A village and a hospital.
- Politicians who helped London get named as an Olympic location.
Correct Answer

A. A village and a hospital.
27.

Rhyming slang: "German beer."
- Fear.
- Engineer.
- All clear.
- Near.
Correct Answer

A. Engineer.
28.

Rhyming slang: "Adam and Eve."
- Sleeve.
- Believe.
- Weave (as in wig).
- Deceive.
Correct Answer

A. Believe.
29.

The building was "scheduled."
- Zoned for commercial usage.
- Scheduled for demolition.
- Designated as historic.
- Government built and operated.
Correct Answer

A. Designated as historic.
30.

The tourist arrived in London for the Games only to realize he'd forgotten to pack "pants."
- Trousers made of wool.
- Tennis shoes.
- Floss.
- Underwear.
Correct Answer

A. Floss.

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She spotted him at a nearby "zebra crossing."

The British call fries "chips." What do they call chips?

The family welcomed a "pigeon pair."

He called the movie's plot "codswallop."

She hoped to find an "eiderdown" at Ikea that she liked.

The restaurant was known for its "afters."

There are more than 200 nations competing in the Olympics -- that's a lot of languages (and more than a few translators). The Rosetta Stone, whose discovery in the 19th century enabled modern scholars to understand Egyptian hieroglyphics, is on display where?

The Olympic runner was "pipped at the post."

He could hear the "tip lorry" approaching.

It's a big year for Britain, and not just because of the Olympics. Queen Elizabeth II is celebrating her Diamond Jubilee this year. How many years has she been on the throne?

Visitors from around the world soon will be swarming London's streets, and it doesn't take many clues to deduce that some will be fans of Sherlock Holmes. To what address will they flock to take a photo of the fictional detective's lodgings?

"Bob's your uncle."

"On your bike!"

He hoped there would be a "pillar box" on the next block.

Catching live Olympic events on TV will prove a challenge. How many hours ahead of Arizona time is London during the Games?

This will mark the third time London has hosted the Olympics, more than any other city. What were the previous years it saw the Games?

What are the Olympic mascots' names?

The London Olympics' official McDonald's is the largest in the world. How many square feet is it?

The Olympic torch relay will pass through all 32 London boroughs and the square-mile City of London financial district, not to mention traversing part of the Chunnel underneath the English Channel. Approximately how long is that tunnel?

She sought work as an "agony aunt."

Rhyming slang: "Apples and pears."

It was her goal to one day see the "merry dancers."

The whole evening was a "rum do."

The London Aquatics Centre, which will house the Olympic swimming and diving events, is said to look like what animal?

What are the mascots named after?

Rhyming slang: "German beer."

Rhyming slang: "Adam and Eve."

The building was "scheduled."

The tourist arrived in London for the Games only to realize he'd forgotten to pack "pants."