United KingdomThe UK 2 · What is the UK
Which countries together form Great Britain?
- aEngland, Scotland and WalesCorrect answer
- bEngland, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
- cEngland and Wales only
- dEngland, Scotland and Northern Ireland
Why?
Great Britain means England, Scotland and Wales. Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom but not part of Great Britain.
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What is the full official name of the country?Correct answer:The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Which city is the capital of the United Kingdom?Correct answer:London
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What is the capital city of Scotland?Correct answer:Edinburgh
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What is the capital city of Wales?Correct answer:Cardiff
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