Quiz Question about UK

All UK Quiz Questions

• 1What was the main purpose of the Magna Carta signed in 1215?

  To establish the Church of England

  To limit the powers of the kingCorrect answer

  To declare war on France

  To unify the kingdoms of Scotland and England

  Multiple Choice 0 013th centuryukhistorypolitics

  The Magna Carta was signed to limit the arbitrary power of King John and establish that everyone, including the king, was subject to the law.
• 2Which British monarch was known as the 'Victorian Era' monarch?

  Queen Elizabeth I

  Queen VictoriaCorrect answer

  King George III

  King Henry VIII

  Multiple Choice 0 0historyuk

  Queen Victoria reigned from 1837 to 1901, a period known as the Victorian Era, marked by industrial, cultural, political, scientific, and military change.
• 3Who was the British leader during World War II?

  Clement Attlee

  Winston ChurchillCorrect answer

  Neville Chamberlain

  Anthony Eden

  Multiple Choice 0 0historyukwinston churchillworld war ii

  Winston Churchill was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during most of World War II, known for his leadership and inspiring speeches.
• 4Which country was the first to declare war on Germany after its invasion of Poland in 1939?

  United KingdomCorrect answer

  France

  United States

  Soviet Union

  Multiple Choice 0 0world war iiukhistory

  The United Kingdom declared war on Germany on September 3, 1939, just two days after Germany invaded Poland, marking its entry into World War II.
• 5What was the name of the famous Scottish rebel who was captured and executed by the Kingdom of England in the early 14th century?

  William WallaceCorrect answer

  Robert the Bruce

  James Douglas

  Edward Balliol

  Multiple Choice 0 0historyscotlanduk14th centrury

  William Wallace was a key figure in the Scottish Wars of Independence and was executed in London for leading the fight against English rule. Fun fact: His story was famously depicted in the film 'Braveheart'.
• 6Who claimed Australia as a British territory in 18th centrury?

  James CookCorrect answer

  George Vancouver

  Ferdinand Magellan

  Abel Tasman

  Multiple Choice 0 0history18th centruryuk

  James Cook claimed Australia for Britain during his first voyage, marking the beginning of British interest in the continent.
• 7The ____ ended with the Battle of Bosworth Field?

  War of the RosesCorrect answer

  English Civil War

  Hundred Years War

  The Great War

  Fill in Blank 0 0historywarsuk

  The War of the Roses was a series of civil wars for the English throne, and Richard III's death marked the end of the conflict.
• 8Devils on horseback are an hot appetizer or small savoury dish where prunes are stuffed with almonds and wrapped in _____.

  BaconCorrect answer

  Ham

  Turkey

  Chicken

  Multiple Choice 0 0foodculinaryuk

  Devils on horseback refers to a traditional British hot appetizer where prunes or dates are stuffed with nuts or cheese and wrapped in bacon, providing a sweet and savory flavor profile.
• 9What is the alternative name for a carpenter?

  ChippyCorrect answer

  Builder

  Craftsman

  Mason

  Multiple Choice 0 0termsgeneraluk

  The term 'chippy' is often used informally in the UK to refer to a carpenter.
• 10During the Battle of Britain in 1940, the famous air battle between the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Luftwaffe where both sides suffered heaviest losses, is known as __________.

  The Hardest DayCorrect answer

  The Longest Day

  Dunkirk Air Raid

  Operation Sea Lion

  Fill in Blank 0 0historyair forceukworld war ii

  The Hardest Day' refers to a significant battle during the Battle of Britain where the RAF faced heavy losses. It highlights the intense aerial combat during WWII.
• 11What is the alternative name for a police officer in the UK?

  BobbyCorrect answer

  Constable

  Officer

  Sheriff

  Multiple Choice 0 0ukpoliceterms

  Bobby is a colloquial term for a police officer in the UK, originating from Sir Robert Peel, who established the Metropolitan Police Service.
• 12How would you call a traffic circle in British English?

  RoundaboutCorrect answer

  Junction

  Intersection

  Crossroads

  Multiple Choice 0 0british englishvocabularytermsuktraffic

  In British English, a traffic circle is called a "roundabout." This term is also used in other Commonwealth countries like Australia and New Zealand.
• 13What do people in the UK commonly call a hospital orderly?

  PorterCorrect answer

  Custodian

  Nurse Assistant

  Attendant

  Multiple Choice 0 0healthukterms

  The term 'Porter' is commonly used in the UK to refer to a hospital orderly, responsible for transporting patients and materials around the hospital. Interestingly, the role is vital for ensuring smooth operations in healthcare settings.
• 14What is another name for a shopping cart in the UK?

  TrolleyCorrect answer

  Basket

  Wagon

  Shopping car

  Multiple Choice 0 0british englishvocabularytermsuk

  In the UK, a shopping cart is called a "trolley." In some parts of the southern United States, it's also called a "buggy."
• 15The British term for an elevator is:

  liftCorrect answer

  Open Ended 0 0british englishvocabularytermsuk

  In British English, an elevator is called a "lift."
• 16The first transatlantic telegraph message was sent in 1858 by which person?

  Queen VictoriaCorrect answer

  President James Buchanan

  Napoleon III

  King William III

  Multiple Choice 0 0historyuktechnology19th century

  Queen Victoria was the first monarch to send a transatlantic telegraph message.
• 17Which Scottish king was slain in battle in 1057 by Malcolm, the son of Duncan?

  MacbethCorrect answer

  Duncan

  William

  Robert

  Multiple Choice 0 0historyscotlanduk

  Macbeth was the king of Scotland who was killed in battle, a historical figure often known through Shakespeare's famous play.
• 18ARM Holdings, which designs chips used in most smartphones, is originally from the _____.

  UKCorrect answer

  France

  Japan

  Taiwan

  Fill in Blank 0 0techeuropeuk

  ARM was founded in Cambridge, UK in 1990. It was bought by Japan's SoftBank in 2016, then by NVIDIA (blocked), and went public again in 2023.
• 19The unicorn is the national animal of _____.

  ScotlandCorrect answer

  Basque

  Ireland

  Iceland

  Fill in Blank 0 0funscotlanduk

  Scotland chose the unicorn in the 12th century because it symbolized purity, power, and pride. In Celtic mythology, it represented dominance and chivalry. Today, it appears on the Royal Coat of Arms.
• 20The Battle of Hastings took place in the year _____.

  1066Correct answer

  1086

  1100

  1215

  Fill in Blank 0 0british historyuk

  1066 is the most famous date in British history. William the Conqueror defeated Harold Godwinson on October 14, ending Anglo-Saxon rule and beginning Norman control of England.
• 21The Magna Carta was signed at _____ in 1215.

  Westminster

  RunnymedeCorrect answer

  Winchester

  Canterbury

  Fill in Blank 0 0british history13th centuryuk

  King John signed the Magna Carta at Runnymede, a meadow by the Thames near Windsor. This document limited royal power and established principles that influenced constitutional law worldwide.
• 22King John was forced to sign the Magna Carta because of his military failures and high taxes.

  TrueCorrect answer

  False

  True or False 0 0british history13th centuryuk

  True! John's loss of Normandy to France, failed attempts to reclaim it, and heavy taxation to fund wars angered the barons. They rebelled and forced him to sign the Magna Carta limiting royal power.
• 23In 1066, William of Normandy defeated King Harold II in which battle?

  The Battle of Agincourt

  The Battle of HastingsCorrect answer

  The Battle of Bannockburn

  The Battle of Bosworth

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historyuk

  William of Normandy defeated King Harold II in the Battle of Hastings on October 14, 1066. This decisive battle led to William's coronation as King of England.
• 24What is the name of the agreement that united the kingdoms of England and Scotland into Great Britain?

  Acts of UnionCorrect answer

  Treaty of Edinburgh

  The Bill of Rights

  The Bill of Britain

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historyscotland18th centuryuk

  The agreement that united the kingdoms of England and Scotland into the Kingdom of Great Britain was the Treaty of Union, signed on July 22, 1706, and formalized by the separate Acts of Union passed by the English and Scottish Parliaments in 1707, with the union taking effect on May 1, 1707.
• 25The Domesday Book was commissioned by _____.

  Alfred the Great

  William the ConquerorCorrect answer

  Henry II

  Edward I

  Fill in Blank 0 0british historyuk

  William the Conqueror ordered the Domesday Book in 1086, a comprehensive survey of England's lands and resources for taxation. It's an invaluable historical record of medieval England.
• 26The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was an attempt to blow up Parliament and King James I.

  TrueCorrect answer

  False

  True or False 0 0british history17th centuryuk

  True! Catholic conspirators led by Robert Catesby (Guy Fawkes was the explosives expert) tried to blow up Parliament on November 5, 1605. The plot's failure is still celebrated as Guy Fawkes Night.
• 27Who was the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom?

  Margaret ThatcherCorrect answer

  Theresa May

  Elizabeth Fry

  Emmeline Pankhurst

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historywomenpoliticsuk

  Margaret Thatcher served 1979-1990, the longest-serving PM of the 20th century. Known as the "Iron Lady," she was followed by Theresa May (2016-2019).
• 28Stonehenge was built by the ancient Druids.

  True

  FalseCorrect answer

  True or False 0 0british historymythsuk

  False! Stonehenge was built 2500-1500 BCE, long before the Druids (Celtic priests from around 500 BCE). The Druid connection is a myth created by 17th-18th century antiquarians.
• 29The Great Fire of London occurred in _____.

  1665

  1666Correct answer

  1667

  1670

  Fill in Blank 0 0british history17th centurydisasteruk

  The Great Fire started September 2, 1666 at a bakery on Pudding Lane. It destroyed 13,200 houses and 87 churches including old St. Paul's Cathedral, but only 6 verified deaths were recorded.
• 30Which Prime Minister led Britain during most of World War II?

  Neville Chamberlain

  Winston ChurchillCorrect answer

  Clement Attlee

  Anthony Eden

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historywwiiuk

  Winston Churchill served 1940-1945 (and 1951-1955), replacing Chamberlain after the Norway Debate. His speeches and leadership became legendary, though he lost the 1945 election to Attlee.
• 31The English defeated the Spanish Armada in _____.

  1585

  1588Correct answer

  1591

  1595

  Fill in Blank 0 0british history16th centuryukbattles

  The Spanish Armada of 130 ships was defeated in 1588 by the English fleet and storms ("Protestant Wind"). This victory established England as a major naval power and secured Elizabeth I's reign.
• 32Which king had the nickname "Lionheart"?

  Richard ICorrect answer

  Edward I

  Henry V

  William I

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historycrusadesmedieval12th century

  Richard I "the Lionheart" (1189-1199) spent most of his reign abroad on the Third Crusade and in France. Despite being an English king, he spoke little English and visited England rarely.
• 33The Great Exhibition of 1851 was held in the _____ Palace.

  CrystalCorrect answer

  Glass

  Winter

  People's

  Fill in Blank 0 0british history19th century

  The Crystal Palace was a massive iron and glass structure built in Hyde Park for the Great Exhibition, showcasing British industrial might. It was later moved to Sydenham where it burned down in 1936.
• 34The Black Death reached England in which year?

  1348Correct answer

  1365

  1400

  1415

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historymedieval14th centuryuk

  The Black Death arrived in 1348 via ship at Dorset, killing 30-50% of England's population. It returned periodically, including the Great Plague of London in 1665-1666.
• 35Who was known as "Bloody Mary"?

  Mary, Queen of Scots

  Mary I of EnglandCorrect answer

  Mary II

  Mary of Teck

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historytudorscatholicsuk

  Mary I (1553-1558), daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, earned the nickname for burning 280 Protestants while trying to restore Catholicism. Not to be confused with Mary, Queen of Scots.
• 36Which of these were causes of the English Reformation?

  Henry VIII's desire for divorceCorrect answer

  Protestant theologyCorrect answer

  Monastery wealthCorrect answer

  Popular demand

  Spanish invasion

  Select All That Apply 0 0british historychurchuk

  Henry's divorce needs, Protestant ideas from Europe, and desire for monastery wealth all contributed. Popular demand was mixed, and Spanish invasion came later as a result, not cause.
• 37The first successful English colony in America was established at _____ in 1607.

  Plymouth

  JamestownCorrect answer

  Roanoke

  Boston

  Fill in Blank 0 0british historycoloniesusa17th centuryuk

  Jamestown, Virginia was the first permanent English settlement in America. Plymouth came later (1620 by Pilgrims), Roanoke failed (1580s "Lost Colony"), Boston was founded 1630.
• 38What was the primary cause of the War of the Roses?

  Religious differences

  Succession disputeCorrect answer

  Scottish invasion

  French aggression

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historyukwars

  The War of the Roses (1455-1487) was a dynastic conflict between Houses Lancaster (red rose) and York (white rose) over the English throne, ultimately won by Henry Tudor (Lancaster).
• 39Queen Victoria's reign lasted _____ years.

  43

  54

  63Correct answer

  71

  Fill in Blank 0 0british historyvictorian eramonarchy19th centuryuk

  Victoria reigned 63 years (1837-1901), the second-longest in British history after Elizabeth II (70 years). Her reign saw the height of the British Empire and the Industrial Revolution.
• 40Which monarch had the longest reign in British history?

  Victoria

  Elizabeth IICorrect answer

  George III

  Henry III

  Multiple Choice 0 0british historymonarchuk

  Elizabeth II reigned 70 years (1952-2022), surpassing Victoria's 63 years. She saw 15 Prime Ministers from Churchill to Truss and became the longest-reigning monarch in British history.
• 41Which of these were wives of Henry VIII?

  Catherine of AragonCorrect answer

  Eleanor of Aquitaine

  Anne BoleynCorrect answer

  Jane SeymourCorrect answer

  Mary Tudor

  Select All That Apply 0 0british historytudorsuk

  Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, and Jane Seymour were three of Henry's six wives. Eleanor of Aquitaine was Henry II's wife (medieval), Mary Tudor was Henry's sister.
• 42The Acts of Union joining England and Scotland were passed in _____.

  1603

  1649

  1707Correct answer

  1801

  Fill in Blank 0 0british historyscotland18th centuryuk

  The 1707 Acts of Union created the Kingdom of Great Britain. While James VI/I united the crowns in 1603, the countries remained separate until 1707. The 1801 Acts added Ireland.
• 43Which of these monarchs never married?

  Elizabeth ICorrect answer

  Edward VIII

  Victoria

  Edward VICorrect answer

  Select All That Apply 0 0british historymonarchuk

  Elizabeth I (the "Virgin Queen") and Edward VI (died age 15) never married. Edward VIII married Wallis Simpson after abdicating, and Victoria married Albert.
• 44England had a republican government (Commonwealth) for 11 years.

  TrueCorrect answer

  False

  True or False 0 0british historyukpolitics17th century

  True! From 1649-1660, England was a republic called the Commonwealth (later Protectorate) under Oliver Cromwell and briefly his son Richard, between Charles I's execution and Charles II's restoration.
• 45The Glorious Revolution of 1688 was called "glorious" because it was bloodless.

  TrueCorrect answer

  False

  True or False 0 0british history17th centuryuk

  True! William of Orange and Mary overthrew James II without significant bloodshed in England (though there was fighting in Ireland and Scotland). It established parliamentary supremacy over the monarchy.
• 46Which king was executed during the English Civil War?

  Charles ICorrect answer

  Charles II

  James I

  Henry IV

  Multiple Choice 0 0british history17th centuryuk

  Charles I was executed January 30, 1649 after losing the Civil War to Parliament's forces. His death led to the Commonwealth period under Oliver Cromwell until the monarchy's restoration in 1660.
• 47Which of these battles were English/British victories?

  AgincourtCorrect answer

  WaterlooCorrect answer

  Hastings

  TrafalgarCorrect answer

  Bannockburn

  Yorktown

  Select All That Apply 0 0british historybattlesuk

  Agincourt (1415 vs France), Waterloo (1815 vs Napoleon), and Trafalgar (1805 naval vs France/Spain) were victories. Hastings was a Norman victory over England, Yorktown was American victory, and Bannockburn was a Scottish victory.
• 48Which of these events happened during the reign of Henry VIII?

  English ReformationCorrect answer

  Dissolution of monasteriesCorrect answer

  Spanish Armada

  Six marriagesCorrect answer

  American colonies founded

  Select All That Apply 0 0british historytudorsuk

  Henry VIII broke from Rome (English Reformation), dissolved monasteries for wealth, and famously had six wives. The Spanish Armada was during Elizabeth I's reign (1588), American colonies came later.
• 49Which of these monarchs were part of the Tudor dynasty?

  Elizabeth ICorrect answer

  James I

  Mary ICorrect answer

  Victoria

  Select All That Apply 0 0british historytudorsmonarchyuk

  Elizabeth I and Mary I were granddaughters of Henry VII (who founded the Tudor dynasty). James I was a Stuart, Victoria was from the House of Hanover.