About This Quiz
There are many beautiful parts of the United Kingdom, and today we're testing your knowledge on the geographical aspects of British countries, mountains, lakes, and more! We'll also test your knowledge of various landmarks of the United Kingdom. For instance, do you know where Stonehenge is located? Or how about where the RMS Titanic was built, the ship on which the movie called "Titanic" was based on? This quiz will also look at castles and palaces, so we hope you know where some of them are located!
Many people get England, the United Kingdom, and Great Britain mixed up. If you know the difference between these three, you'll get your chance to shine with this quiz! You'll also be asked to name some of the capitals of certain British countries, as well as where lakes and islands are located.Â
The United Kingdom is home to rolling hills, lush scenery, and some tall mountains as well. It's a popular tourist spot for people around the world, and is considered to be a gorgeous place to live! If you love geography and everything British, this quiz is perfect for you! Now that you're warmed up and ready to take this British geography quiz, we challenge you to score at least 90% now!
Known for its rich culture and transportation system, London is one of the most populated cities in the United Kingdom. It's also the capital of both the United Kingdom and England.
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Paris is not only the capital of France, but it is also located southeast of the English Channel. The English Channel is a body of water that separates the United Kingdom from France and Belgium.
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River Severn is 220 miles long and is the longest river in Great Britain. This river flows through towns like Upton, Newtown and Bewdley.
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The British Isles is home to Ben Nevis, the highest mountain at about 4,411 feet. "Ben Nevis" stems from the word "'Beinn Nibheis."
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Cardiff is the capital of Wales, and is considered to be a port city. It is also the largest city in Wales, and has a population of over 350,000 people.
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Dublin is located west of the Irish Sea. The Irish Sea is the body of water in between Ireland and the United Kingdom.
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Rye is a small town in England that features cobbled grounds. It's also known for Rye Castle and the Lamb House.
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The Pacific Ocean is not one of the seas that borders the United Kingdom. The rest of the answers do border the United Kingdom, as well as the Atlantic Ocean.
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France is not part of the United Kingdom; it's a country in Europe that is located south of the United Kingdom. The missing country from the list is Northern Ireland.
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England is the largest country in the United Kingdom, and features a white flag with a red cross on it. The capital of England is London.
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London is home to the famous clock tower called the Big Ben. It's specifically located in the Palace of Westminster.
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The Scottish Opera is located in Glasgow, which is a city in Scotland. Scotland is one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom.
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The North Sea is located east of Scotland, as well as the United Kingdom. It's also located southwest of Norway.
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Located in Scotland, Loch Morar is the deepest lake in all of the United Kingdom. The lake is about 1,017 feet deep.
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The Loch Ness Monster, or "Nessie," is a legendary aquatic monster that is said to inhabit the Loch Ness lake. This lake is located in Scotland.
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Buckingham Palace is located in London, which is the capital of England (and the United Kingdom). It was designed and built by several architects, including John Nash and William Winde.
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Scafell Pike is about 3,209 feet tall, and is the tallest mountain in England. Specifically, it's located in Cumbria, England.
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Windsor Castle is over 900 years old and is the oldest castle in the United Kingdom. This castle is said to have been built during the 11th century.
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Brittany is not a county of England; it's actually a county of France, which is located south of the United Kingdom. The rest of the answers are counties in England.
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Belfast is both the capital of Northern Ireland and its largest city. The city is known for several landmarks, including the Titanic Belfast, Belfast Castle and the Ulster Museum.
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Tyrone is not a county of Scotland, but it is a county of Northern Ireland. Other counties, or shires, of Scotland include Stirling, Fife and Dunbarton.
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Inverness is not located in Wales, but in Scotland. This city is known for the Inverness Cathedral and the Victorian Market.
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In between England and Northern Island is the Isle of Man. Its capital is Douglas and the island is known for the Calf of Man and the Peel Castle.
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Here's the main difference between Great Britain and the United Kingdom: The UK consists of Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England. Great Britain consists of Scotland, Wales, and England, but NOT Northern Ireland.
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Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, and contains many landmarks. Some popular tourist attractions include the Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street and Arthur's Seat.
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Located in England, Stonehenge is a famous landmark that features a large circle of vertical rock slabs. The stones weigh roughly 22.6 metric tons.
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Lake Gairdner is actually located in Australia, and features small hills and various types of vegetation. The lake is about 100 miles long.
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Snowdon is the highest point in Wales, which is about 3,560 feet high. This mountain is also home to various lakes in the area, such as Llyn Llydaw and Glaslyn.
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The Cairngorms National Park is located in Scotland, while the rest of the parks in the list are located in England. This park is known for its scenic beauty regarding lush landscapes and rolling hills.
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Located southwest of Glasgow, within the coast of Scotland, is the Firth of Clyde. This is a body of water that is near the Isle of Arran.
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Located in Tyrone County of Northern Ireland is Cookstown. It's Northern Ireland's fourth biggest town and is located about 45 miles from Belfast.
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Northern Ireland is home to Lough Neagh, which is one of the largest lakes in the British Isles. Its area by square miles is about 151.
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Bute, Hoy, and Jura are all islands within the British Isles, which are all specifically located in Scotland. There are many other islands in the British Isles, such as Islay, Isle of Arran and Tiree.
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Belfast, Northern Ireland was where the RMS Titanic was built. The movie "Titanic" was based on the sinking of the RMS Titanic, which occurred in 1912.
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You won't find the Havasu Falls in the United Kingdom, which is actually located in the Grand Canyon of Arizona. The United Kingdom is home to many beautiful waterfalls, including the other three in the list.
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