The UK

Which is the oldest university in the UK?

The Conservative Party and the Labour Party are the two main political parties in the UK.

Which famous wizard was “born” at King’s Cross Station, Platform 9¾?

Which of these is a Scottish island group?

The Union Jack combines elements of three national flags.

The British monarch has the right to veto laws passed by Parliament.

Which British tradition dates back to the 13th century and still exists today?

In which UK town was the first modern Olympic Games medal for women won?

Which capital city is the northernmost in the UK?

Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the British Prime Minister.

The UK has a written constitution.

Which sea lies to the east of England?

Great Britain and the United Kingdom are the same thing.

The River Thames is the longest river in the UK.

The United Kingdom consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland.

The British Prime Minister is elected directly by the people.

The UK Parliament is located in the Palace of Westminster.

The UK does not have a formal separation of powers.

Scotland has its own parliament with devolved powers.

The Speaker of the House of Commons must be politically neutral.

What is the name of the UK’s longest national trail?

The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh.

The British Parliament is made up of the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

English is the only official language spoken in the UK.

What river flows through London?

Which country is located to the west of the UK across the Irish Sea?

Which is the UK’s smallest city by population?

What is the highest mountain in the UK?

The UK is a constitutional monarchy.

Which of these is NOT part of the United Kingdom?

The Prime Minister lives at Buckingham Palace.

The House of Lords is made up only of hereditary peers.

General elections in the UK are held every 5 years.

Which UK city has more canals than Venice?