British Culture: Trivia Questions

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    What is the British currency?

    • Dollars
    • Naira
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The British culture has its roots in the United Kingdom‘s rich history, the people and the four constituent countries (England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland). Each of these countries is made up of their respective unique traditions and customs. 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 stadium in the UK? - ProProfs

    Which of the following is a stadium in the UK?

    • Ohio

    • Rose Bowl

    • Cotton Bowl

    • Wembley 

    Correct Answer
    A. Wembley 
    Explanation
    Wembley is a stadium in the UK. It is a famous venue located in London, known for hosting major football matches and other sporting events. It is the home stadium for the England national football team and also hosts the FA Cup Final. Wembley Stadium has a rich history and is considered one of the most iconic stadiums in the world.

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  • 3. 
    What is Liverpool famous for? - ProProfs

    What is Liverpool famous for?

    • The Queens

    • The Beatles 

    • Shakespeare

    • Winston Churchill

    Correct Answer
    A. The Beatles 
    Explanation
    Liverpool is famous for being the birthplace of The Beatles, one of the most influential and successful bands in the history of music. The Beatles originated in Liverpool in the 1960s and achieved worldwide fame with their innovative and groundbreaking music. Their impact on popular culture and the music industry is undeniable, and their legacy continues to be celebrated in Liverpool through various attractions and landmarks dedicated to the band. Therefore, The Beatles are the correct answer to the question.

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  • 4. 
    Where is Shakespeare born? - ProProfs

    Where is Shakespeare born?

    • Stratford Upon Avon

    • Newcastle

    • Manchester

    • Liverpool

    Correct Answer
    A. Stratford Upon Avon
    Explanation
    Shakespeare was born in Stratford Upon Avon. This is a well-known fact and is widely accepted by historians and scholars. Stratford Upon Avon is a town located in Warwickshire, England, and is famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare. He was born in 1564 and lived in Stratford Upon Avon for most of his life. The town has since become a popular tourist destination for Shakespeare enthusiasts, with many attractions dedicated to his life and works.

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  • 5. 
    Which of the following is not a stadium in the UK? - ProProfs

    Which of the following is not a stadium in the UK?

    • Celtics park

    • Stamford Bridge

    • Memorial

    • Old Trafford

    Correct Answer
    A. Memorial
    Explanation
    Memorial is not a stadium in the UK. The other options, Celtics park, Stamford Bridge, and Old Trafford, are all well-known stadiums in the UK.

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  • 6. 
    When did the English civil war begin? - ProProfs

    When did the English civil war begin?

    • 1642

    • 1645

    • 1655

    • 1644

    Correct Answer
    A. 1642
    Explanation
    The English civil war began in 1642. This was a conflict between the Parliamentarians (Roundheads) and the Royalists (Cavaliers) in England. It was primarily fought over the authority and power of the monarchy, with the Parliamentarians seeking to limit the king's power. The war lasted for several years and resulted in the execution of King Charles I in 1649.

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  • 7. 
    Which kind of system of government practised in Britain? - ProProfs

    Which kind of system of government practised in Britain?

    • Unitary Government

    • Parliamentary Governemt

    • Monarchy Government

    • Unitarry Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

    Correct Answer
    A. Unitarry Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
    Explanation
    The system of government practiced in Britain is a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. In this system, power is centralized in a single government, the Parliament holds the majority of the decision-making authority, the country is ruled by a monarch as the head of state, and there is a constitution that outlines the basic principles and framework of the government.

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  • 8. 
    When did John Major assume office? - ProProfs

    When did John Major assume office?

    • 1900 

    • 1911

    • 1914

    • 1923

    Correct Answer
    A. 1900 
  • 9. 
    When did Boris Johnson assume office? - ProProfs

    When did Boris Johnson assume office?

    • 23 July 

    • 24 July

    • 25 July

    • 26 July

    Correct Answer
    A. 23 July 
    Explanation
    Boris Johnson assumed office on 23 July.

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  • 10. 
    When was the UK Prime Minister Born? - ProProfs

    When was the UK Prime Minister Born?

    • 19 June 

    • 20 June

    • 21 June

    • 22 June

    Correct Answer
    A. 19 June 
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 19 June. This answer indicates that the UK Prime Minister was born on 19 June.

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