TEST 8

Who were the first people to start living in Britain?
Hunter-gatherers
Where did the Vikings come from?
 Norway and Denmark
Which Scottish poet wrote “The Bruce”?
John Barbour
When did the English defeat the Spanish Armada?
1588
What is the “King James” Bible?
A new translation into English
When did the English Civil war begin?
1642
Why is it called ‘The Glorious Revolution’?
Because there was no fighting
Who lost a lot of their power after the Battle of Culloden in 1746?
The Clans
What were the working conditions like during the Industrial Revolution?
Very Poor
Which country(s) did Britain fight against during the Battle of Trafalgar?
Spain and France
What medal was introduced during the Crimean War?
The Victoria Cross
What event is known as the evacuation of 300,000 people from the beaches?
The Dunkirk spirit
Which party won the election in 2010?
It was a coalition
What country is Swansea in?
Wales
What is the Church of England usually known as in other countries?
The Anglican Church
What is the day before Lent called?
 Pancake Day
Which country invented Cricket?
England
Which of these venues is located in Greenwich?
The O2
Who designed the Cenotaph?
Sir Edwin Lutyens
Which river banks the London eye?
Thames
What did the Chartists campaign for?
Every man to have a vote
Who is responsible for crime and immigration?
Home Secretary
What organisations try to influence government policy?
Pressure and lobby groups
How many member states does the UN have?
190