Life in the UK Prep Life in the UK test what is the uk questions
A short chapter on the four nations of the United Kingdom, the difference between the UK and Great Britain, and the Crown dependencies and overseas territories.
Below are 3 free practice questions from the What is the UK? chapter of Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents. Pick an answer, then tap the question to check it. Focus on:
- The four nations and their capitals
- Great Britain vs the United Kingdom
- Flags and patron saints
- Crown dependencies
1. Which countries make up the United Kingdom?
- England, Scotland and Wales only
- England, Scotland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland
- England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
- England, Wales and Northern Ireland only
Answer: C, England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK is England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Great Britain is England, Scotland and Wales.
2. What is the capital city of Scotland?
- Glasgow
- Edinburgh
- Aberdeen
- Dundee
Answer: B, Edinburgh. Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and home of the Scottish Parliament.
3. What does the cross of St George look like?
- A red cross on a white background
- A white diagonal cross on a blue background
- A red diagonal cross on a white background
- A blue cross on a white background
Answer: A, A red cross on a white background. The cross of St George, patron saint of England, is a red cross on a white background.
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