P5 Extra Class - English Quiz
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This quiz will test your research and search skills on the internet. It will also challenge your knowledge of England, the language, the people and the culture.
You have to keep a record of all the questions in your english notebooks. Answer all questions on the site and also all the questions in your notebooks.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the population of the uk?
- A.
4913
- B.
49,138,831
- C.
49000
- D.
1
Correct Answer
B. 49,138,831Explanation
The correct answer is 49,138,831. This number represents the population of the UK. It is the most accurate and reasonable option among the given choices.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What percentage of English people are white skinned?
- A.
83.6%
- B.
8.3%
- C.
833%
- D.
76.5%
Correct Answer
A. 83.6%Explanation
The correct answer is 83.6%. This percentage represents the proportion of white-skinned people among the English population. It suggests that a significant majority of English people have white skin.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What percentage of people living in England are from South Asian (Inculding Thai)?
- A.
1.7%
- B.
5.6%
- C.
10%
- D.
0.7%
Correct Answer
D. 0.7%Explanation
The correct answer is 0.7%. This means that only a very small percentage of people living in England are from South Asian countries, including Thailand.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What religion do most people in England follow?
- A.
Christian
- B.
Buddhist
- C.
Muslim
- D.
None
Correct Answer
A. ChristianExplanation
Most people in England follow the Christian religion. This is evident from the historical influence of Christianity in England and the presence of numerous Christian denominations across the country. The Church of England, also known as the Anglican Church, is the largest Christian denomination in England. Additionally, Christianity has played a significant role in shaping English culture, traditions, and values over the centuries.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is the name of the exams English school children aged 15-16 sit at school?
- A.
THNSE
- B.
FSJNF
- C.
GCSE's
- D.
FHBV
Correct Answer
C. GCSE'sExplanation
GCSE's refers to the General Certificate of Secondary Education, which is an academic qualification in the United Kingdom. It is typically taken by students aged 15-16 in English schools. This exam assesses a student's knowledge and skills in various subjects, including English, mathematics, and sciences. The correct answer, GCSE's, is the name of the exams that English school children aged 15-16 sit at school.Rate this question:
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- 6.
List 3 famous English landmarks.
- 7.
List 3 English festivals/events.
- 8.
What is the current English Prime Ministers name?
- A.
Michael Jackson
- B.
Gordon Brown
- C.
The Queen
- D.
John Smith
Correct Answer
B. Gordon BrownExplanation
Gordon Brown is the correct answer because he served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2007 to 2010. He succeeded Tony Blair and was a member of the Labour Party. During his tenure, he faced various challenges such as the global financial crisis and implemented policies to address them. Therefore, Gordon Brown is the current English Prime Minister's name.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who is next in line to the English throne after the current Queen?
- A.
Prince Charles
- B.
Prince Andrew
- C.
Prince William
- D.
Prince Harry
Correct Answer
A. Prince CharlesExplanation
Prince Charles is next in line to the English throne after the current Queen because he is the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II. According to the rules of succession, the throne passes to the eldest child of the reigning monarch, and in this case, it would be Prince Charles.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Write down any English address in the correct format.
- 11.
An English landmark.The ________ cliffs of dover.
- A.
Black
- B.
White
- C.
Brown
- D.
Grey
Correct Answer
B. WhiteExplanation
The correct answer is "white" because the adjective "white" is commonly used to describe the cliffs of Dover in England. The white color of the cliffs is due to the presence of chalk, which gives them their distinctive appearance.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Whats the capital city of England?
- A.
Manchester
- B.
Liverpool
- C.
London
- D.
Newcastle
Correct Answer
C. LondonExplanation
London is the correct answer because it is the capital city of England. It is a major global city and a leading financial center, known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum. London is also the political, economic, and cultural hub of the United Kingdom, making it the logical choice for the capital city.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which of these is NOT an English airport?
- A.
Heathrow
- B.
Gatwick
- C.
Helstone
- D.
Luton
Correct Answer
C. HelstoneExplanation
Helstone is not an English airport because it does not exist. The other options, Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton, are all well-known airports in England. However, there is no airport called Helstone, making it the correct answer as the option that is not an English airport.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What is the name of the train which travels from England straight under the sea to France?
- A.
Euro
- B.
Euro fighter
- C.
Eurostar
- D.
Eurotrain
Correct Answer
C. EurostarExplanation
Eurostar is the correct answer because it is the name of the train that travels from England straight under the sea to France. Euro refers to Europe, and star conveys the idea of speed and luxury, which accurately represents the high-speed train service that connects London with Paris and Brussels through the Channel Tunnel. Eurofighter, Eurotrain, and Euro are incorrect options as they do not correspond to the specific train mentioned in the question.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What are the colours in the English flag?
- A.
Red and Blue
- B.
Red, Blue and White
- C.
Red and White
- D.
Red and Black
Correct Answer
C. Red and WhiteExplanation
The English flag, also known as the St. George's Cross, consists of a red cross on a white background. Therefore, the correct answer is red and white.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which of these letters is a vowell?
- A.
F
- B.
Y
- C.
U
- D.
S
- E.
B
Correct Answer
C. UExplanation
The letter "u" is a vowel because it represents a sound made with an open vocal tract, without any obstruction or closure of the lips, teeth, or tongue. In English, the letter "u" can be found in words like "cup," "cut," and "hut," where it represents the vowel sound /ĘŚ/.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which one of these letters is a consonant?
- A.
E
- B.
A
- C.
P
- D.
I
- E.
O
Correct Answer
C. PExplanation
The letter "p" is a consonant because it is not a vowel. In English, consonants are all the letters of the alphabet except for the vowels (a, e, i, o, u). The letter "p" is pronounced with a sound made by blocking the airflow with the lips, which is a characteristic of consonant sounds.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Which one of these words is a noun?
- A.
Dog
- B.
Running
- C.
Ran
- D.
Pretend
Correct Answer
A. DogExplanation
Dog is a noun because it is a common name for a type of domesticated mammal. It is a person, place, thing, or idea, which is the definition of a noun. Running, ran, and pretend are not nouns because they are not names for a person, place, thing, or idea. Running is a verb, ran is the past tense of the verb run, and pretend is a verb as well. Therefore, the correct answer is Dog.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Which one of these words is a verb?
- A.
Dog
- B.
Read
- C.
John
- D.
Teacher
Correct Answer
B. ReadExplanation
The word "read" is a verb because it refers to an action or a process of interpreting written or printed material. It represents the act of reading, which is an action performed by someone. The other options, such as "dog," "John," and "teacher," do not indicate any action or process and therefore are not verbs.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Which one of these words is an adjective?
- A.
Dog
- B.
Fox
- C.
Quick
Correct Answer
C. QuickExplanation
"Quick" is the only word among the given options that is an adjective. It describes the speed or swiftness of something or someone. "Dog" and "fox" are both nouns, referring to animals.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Which one of these words is in the past tense?
- A.
Running
- B.
To run
- C.
Ran
- D.
Runned
Correct Answer
C. RanExplanation
The word "ran" is in the past tense. It is the past tense form of the verb "run." When we talk about an action that happened in the past, we use the past tense. In this case, "ran" indicates that the action of running has already occurred in the past.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Which one of these words is in the present tense?
- A.
Ringing
- B.
Rang
- C.
Ringed
Correct Answer
A. RingingExplanation
The word "ringing" is in the present tense. This is because it is the base form of the verb "ring" and is used to describe an action that is happening currently or regularly. "Rang" is the past tense form of the verb, indicating that the action already occurred in the past. "Ringed" is not a correct form of the verb in any tense.Rate this question:
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