Chapter 4 Practice Test 2
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Which of the following British actresses has NOT won an Oscar?
Recent British actors to have won Oscars include Colin Firth, Sir Antony Hopkins, Dame Judi Dench, Kate Winslet and Tilda Swinton. Emily Watson has not won an oscar.
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Which British actor has recently won an Oscar?
Recent British actors to have won Oscars include Colin Firth, Sir Antony Hopkins, Dame Judi Dench, Kate Winslet and Tilda Swinton.
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During Halloween people carve lanterns out of ______ and put a candle inside of them.
During Halloween people carve lanterns out of pumpkins and put a candle inside of them.
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How many pence are there in a pound?
There are 100 pence in a pound.
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Which of the following sports can be traced as far back as the Roman times?
There is a very long history of horse racing in Britain, with evidence of events taking place as far back as Roman times.
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Which of the following movies played an important role in boosting morale during the Second World War?
During the Second World War, British movies (for example, In Which We Serve) played an important part in boosting morale.
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Do you need a TV licence for watching TV on a mobile phone?
Everyone in the UK with a TV, computer or other medium which can be used for watching TV must have a television licence.
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Which of the following is NOT a city of the UK?
Dublin is not a city of the UK.
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Which of the following sports began in the UK?
Many famous sports, including cricket, football, lawn tennis, golf and rugby, began in Britain.
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Which flower is associated with England?
The rose is the flower associated with England.
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On average, boys leave school with better qualifications than girls.
False. On average, girls leave school with better qualifications than boys.
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When was the first tennis club founded in the UK?
The first tennis club was founded in Leamington Spa in 1872.
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Which British landmark was built as part of the UK’s celebration of the new millenium?
The London Eye was originally built as part of the UK’s celebration of the new millennium and continues to be an important part of New Year celebrations.
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Who looks after Edinburgh Castle?
Edinburgh castle is a dominant feature of the skyline in Edinburgh, Scotland. It has a long history, dating back to the early Middle Ages. It is looked after by Historic Environment Scotland.
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Which of the following is a showcase of mainly theatre and comedy performances?
The Fringe is a showcase of mainly theatre and comedy performances.
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Which of the following statements regarding Scottish television is TRUE?
In Scotland, some Scotland-specific programmes are shown and there is also a channel with programmes in the Gaelic language.
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Which British painter is considered to be the artist who raised the profile of landscape painting?
Joseph Turner (1775-1851) was an influential landscape painter in a modern style. He is considered the artist who raised the profile of landscape painting.
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Who was the first person to sail single-handed around the world without stopping?
A British sailor, Sir Francis Chichester, was the first person to sail singlehanded around the world, in 1966/67. Two years later, Sir Robin Knox- Johnston became the first person to do this without stopping.
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Royal Ascot is a four-day horse race meeting in Berkshire attended by members of the Royal Family:
Royal Ascot, a five-day race meeting in Berkshire attended by members of the Royal Family.
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When is Diwali normally celebrated?
Diwali normally falls in October or November and lasts for five days.
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What was the population of the UK in 1700?
The population of the UK in 1700 was 5 million people.
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Who was Henry Purcell?
Henry Purcell (1659-95) was the organist at Westminster Abbey. He wrote church music, operas and other pieces, and developed a British style distinct from that elsewhere in Europe.
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What was the population of the UK in 1901?
The population of the UK in 1901 was 40 million people.
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How many times have the Olympic Games been hosted in the UK?
The UK has hosted the Olympic games on three occasions: 1908, 1948 and 2012.
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