Exploring structure and language in 'London is the Place for Me' | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

Lord Kitchener was born in which island nation? Trinidad and ...

• Cuba.

• Haiti.

• Tobago.

• Jamaica.

Answer explanation

Aldwyn Roberts was born on April 18 1922 in Arima, Trinidad and Tobago.

Put the following historical events into chronological order.

• First World War, 1914-1918

• National Health Service (NHS) established, 1948

• Queen Elizabeth II becomes Queen, 1952

• Second World War, 1939-1945

• Notting Hill Carnival established, 1966

Answer explanation

The Notting Hill Carnival celebrates Caribbean cultural expression and community, with calypso music becoming a key feature.

The potential for higher earnings and improved living standards was a __________ factor for people from the Caribbean.

• push

• pull

• stationary

Answer explanation

Push factors describe the reasons why individuals might emigrate from their home country.

Which of these definitions best describes the theme of optimism?

• the process of adapting to a new environment

• being hopeful and confident about the future

• being social and interacting with others in a warm way

Answer explanation

The theme of optimism is shown through Lord Kitchener’s enthusiastic portrayal of London as a city full of opportunities, comfort and enjoyment.

Which of the following strategies can be used to identify themes in songs?

• considering actions and characteristics of the speaker and people they mention

• looking at the title of the song

• identifying repetition (actions, emotions, traits)

Answer explanation

There are many possible themes that can be drawn out from the song. Readers may interpret themes and their importance differently.

The British Nationality Act was established in which year?

• 1939

• 1945

• 1948

• 1966

Answer explanation

Many people from the Caribbean worked as part of the NHS, making it what it is today.