British & UK Culture - Pop Quiz

Label the countries.

b

c

d

e

a

Northern Ireland

Scotland

Wales

England

Ireland

What countries make up England?

• England

• Wales

• Scotland

• Ireland

• Northern Ireland

What are the people from England referred to?

• Engligian

• English

• Englandish

• Englandese

What countries make up Great Britain?

• England

• Wales

• Scotland

• Ireland

• Northern Ireland

What are the people from Great Britain referred to?

(There are 3 answers)

• British

• Greats

• Britains

• Britons

• Brits

Answer explanation

People from Great Britain are referred to as the British, the Britons and the Brits.

• The more general term is British.

• Britons is more formal.

• Brits is very informal.

What countries make up the United Kingdom?

• England

• Wales

• Scotland

• Ireland

• Northern Ireland

Answer explanation

There is not a specific referential term for people from the UK, but we may be referred to as 'UK Citizens' or 'UK Nationals'.

What countries make up the British Isles?

• England

• Wales

• Scotland

• Ireland

• Northern Ireland

Answer explanation

There is not a specific referential term for people from the British Isles.

What is the most watched sport in Britain?

• Basketball

• Tennis

• Football

Answer explanation

British football culture is deeply ingrained in society, with passionate support for teams passed down through generations. Match days are celebrated events, with fans gathering early to create a vibrant atmosphere in stadiums filled with chants and cheers. Football serves as a focal point for community bonding, bringing people together regardless of background. Pubs also play a significant role, serving as social hubs where fans gather to watch matches and discuss the sport. Overall, football is more than just a game in Britain—it's a way of life that fosters camaraderie and pride across the nation.

What is the traditional Sunday Lunch?

• Fried eggs and bacon

• Roast meat

• Fish and Chips

Answer explanation

A Sunday roast or roast dinner is a traditional British meal. Although it can be consumed throughout the week, it is traditionally consumed on Sunday.

It consists of roasted meat, roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes, and vegetables, as well as, Yorkshire pudding, stuffing and gravy.

What is the name of the highest mountain in Britain?

• Snowdon

• Scafell Pike

• Ben Nevis

Answer explanation

Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in Scotland, the United Kingdom, and the British Isles. The summit is 1,345 metres above sea level.