How well do you know Britain?

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How well do you know Britain?

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How well do you know Britain?Round ONE From the History of Great Britain

Question 1 There are no high mountains in Great Britain in the north the Cheviots separate England from Scotland, the Pennines, are a range of hills separating North West England from Yorkshire and North East England, the Highlands of Scotland are the tallest of the British mountains.What mountains occupy the greater part of Wales? Why are they called so?

Question 2 Scotland is a very mountainous country; three-quarters of thearea of Scotland is occupied by mountains having a great amount of moorland, in which few people live. The Cheviot Hills separate England from Scotland. What are the Cheviot Hills famous for?

Question 3 There are a lot of famous women in the British history, but only one of them is known as the Iron Lady.

Do you know her real name? Why was she called so?

Question 4

The Tower of London is the most famous of all the historical buildings in London. It has played a prominent role in English history and stands today almost unchanged since first it was built in the 11th century. What was the Tower of London used for in the past and what is it nowadays?

Question 5 Remember, remember the fifth of November,Gunpowder, treason and plot.I see no reason, why gunpowder treason,Should ever be forgot. What national holiday does this rhyme describe? Do you know why this day is celebrated?

Question 6 St. Patrick's Day (17th March) is an official Bank Holiday in Northern Ireland. The work of St. Patrick was a vital factor in the spread of Christianity in Ireland. Born in Britain, he was carried off by pirates, and spent six years in slavery before escaping and training as a missionary.

What do the Irishmen wear on this day? Why? Give arguments.

Question 7 Education in Britain is compulsory and free for all children between the ages of 5-16. About 93 percent of all children are educated in state schools and the rest attend private schools. At the age of 16 about two thirds of these pupils leave school and get jobs or undertake further college courses. What examination do the British pupils pass at the age of 16?

Question 8 Queen Elizabeth II is a Constitutional Monarch. This means that although she is officially the head of the state, the country is actually run by a government led by the Prime-Minister.

How many birthdays does the Queen have? What does the Trooping of the Colour refer to?

Question 9

What is the flag of the United Kingdom called? What does it symbolize?

Question 10 St Pauls Cathedral is one of the most famous and most recognizable sights of London. It is a Church of England cathedral, the seat of the Bishop of London. At 365 feet (111 m) high, it was the tallest building in London from 1710 to 1962, and its dome is also among the highest in the world. In terms of area, St Pauls Cathedral is the second largest church building in the United Kingdom after Liverpool Cathedral. St Pauls Cathedral is a busy working church, with hourly prayer and daily services. Many famous people are buried there.Who was the first person to be buried there and what is written above the tomb?

Questions for the supporters

Question 1

Good friends, for Jesus sake forbear To dig the dust enclosed here, Blessed be he, that spares these stones, And cursed be he that moves my bones. Who do these words belong to?What do you know about this person?

Questions for the supporters

Question 2What can you see in this picture? What do you know about this place?

How well do you know Britain?Round TWO From the History of Great Britain

Question 1 Who is known as the Father of English literature, the first poet buried in Poets Corner of Westminster Abbey. What is the name of the book he is best known for ?

Question 2 What happened in England on 14 October, 1066?

Question 3 London is the capital of England and the United Kingdom. It is the biggest city in the United Kingdom and in western Europe. It is the world's largest financial centre. Who founded London?

Question 4 What do you know about William the Conqueror?

Question 5Was Elizabeth I the last queen of the Windsors or the Tudors? What was her reign famous for?

Question 6What events are known as The Wars of the Roses? Why are they called so?

Question 7The Great Charter of the Liberties of England. What do you know about this document?

Question 8What do you know about King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table? Why was the table round? What historical events are described in the legends about King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table?

Question 9When was the British Empire called "The Empire on which the sun never sets"?Why?

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Question 10 WHAT IS BEHIND THE WELL-KNOWN PHRASE SHEEP ATE PEOPLE?

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Listen to the song performed by the main character in Russian and say who wrote the original English lyrics to the song. Do you know this well-known poet?

Questions for the supportersQuestion 3

You are going to see a video clip about a well-known museum. You should guess what museum it is and where it is situated.


You are going to see a video clip about a well-known museum. You should guess what museum it is and where it is situated.


Secret Garden

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Vlad Slovinsky

Are the captains ready to compete?

Look at the screen and listen to a piece of music. You should identify what part of Britain it belongs to. Speak about this wonderful land for a minute.

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Romeo and Juliet Waltz by Gradovska Albina Goncharenko Dariya

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