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31. Who defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo?
In 1815, the French Wars ended with the defeat of the Emperor Napoleon by the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo.
32. What is the National Anthem of the UK?
The National Anthem of the UK is 'God Save the King/Queen'. It is played at important national occasions.
33. Who was the first Danish King?
The first Danish King was Cnut, also called Canute.
34. How long is Hanukkah celebrated for?
Hanukkah is in November or December and is celebrated for eight days. It is to remember the Jews' struggle for religious freedom.
35. How old do you have to be to buy a lottery ticket or a scratch card?
As of 2021, people under 18 are not allowed to participate in the National Lottery. This includes buying Scratch Cards.
36. How many 'local authorities' does the city of London have?
London has 33 local authorities, with the Greater London Authority and the Mayor of London coordinating policies across the capital.
37. Who developed important Economics ideas?
Many of the great thinkers of the Enlightenment were Scottish. Adam Smith developed ideas about economics which are still referred to today.
38. What happens at 11:00 on the Remembrance Day?
At 11.00 am on Remembrance Day, there is a two-minute silence across the country to remember those who died in wars.
39. What was the purpose of the Emancipation Act?
In 1833, the Emancipation Act abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.
40. When was the famous satirical magazine 'Punch' published?
Satirical magazines began to be published. The most famous was Punch, which was first published in the 1840s.
41. How old do you have to be to go into betting shops or gambling clubs?
You must be 18 to go into betting shops or gambling clubs.
42. In which TWO countries were PCCs (Police and Crime Commissioners) elected in?
Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are elected in England and Wales to oversee the local police force.
43. When did newspapers begin to operate without a government licence?
From 1695, newspapers were allowed to operate without a government licence. This meant a free press was born.
44. What is the monarch's ceremonial role?
The Monarch has important ceremonial roles, such as the opening of the new parliamentary session each year.
45. Under which king did the people unite to defeat the Vikings?
The Anglo-Saxon kingdoms in England united under King Alfred the Great, who defeated the Vikings.
46. What did the first farmers build in Britain?
The first farmers built houses, tombs and monuments on the land.
47. Which operas were written by Gilbert and Sullivan?
Gilbert and Sullivan wrote comic operas, often making fun of popular culture and politics. These operas include HMS Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado.
48. What were the working conditions like during the Industrial Revolution?
Working conditions during the Industrial Revolution were very poor. There were no laws to protect employees, who were often forced to work long hours in dangerous situations.
49. Which TWO are compulsory in the UK if you own an old car?
If your car is over three years old, it must pass an annual MOT test. You must also have valid motor insurance.
50. Which of these is a charity working with animals?
The PDSA (People's Dispensary for Sick Animals) is a veterinary charity.
51. Who makes a speech which summarises the government's policies for the year ahead?
At the State Opening of Parliament, the Monarch makes a speech (the King's or Queen's Speech) which summarises the government's policies for the year ahead.
52. Until what time do people play jokes on one another on April Fool's Day?
April Fool's Day is 1 April. People play jokes on each other until midday.
53. In which UK country can you find the best preserved prehistoric village in northern Europe?
Skara Brae on Orkney, off the north coast of Scotland, is the best preserved prehistoric village in northern Europe.
54. What are the parliaments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland also known as?
The Welsh Government, the Scottish Government and the Northern Ireland Executive are known as the devolved administrations.
55. Select TWO famous Paralympians.
Ellie Simmonds and Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson are famous British Paralympians.
56. Which TWO of these are associated with Sir Francis Drake?
Sir Francis Drake was one of the commanders in the defeat of the Spanish Armada (1588) and was the first Englishman to sail around the world.
57. Which TWO major welfare changes were introduced between 1945 and 1950?
Following the Second World War, a welfare state was established, introducing a National Health Service (NHS) and a social security system for all.
58. How many member states does the Commonwealth have?
The Commonwealth is an association of 56 independent countries.
59. What is the fundamental principle of British life?
The rule of law is one of the fundamental principles of British Life.
60. Which word comes from the Viking language?
Grimsby and Scunthorpe are examples of words that come from the Viking languages.