Test your knowledge of British traditions, local slang, and everyday aspects of life in the UK. Discover interesting cultural insights and see how much you really know about this fascinating country!
1. What does the British slang word 'brolly' refer to?
A bicycle
A sweater
An umbrella
A sandwich
2. Which holiday involves fireworks and the burning of effigies to commemorate the foiling of a plot in 1605?
Trooping the Colour
St. George's Day
Guy Fawkes Night
May Day
3. Which famous British landmark is the main residence of the monarch?
Buckingham Palace
Windsor Castle
Kensington Palace
Holyrood Palace
4. What is a traditional British breakfast called?
Haggis Feast
Full English
Afternoon Tea
Sunday Roast
5. How do the British often express politeness in their conversations?
Using 'please' and 'thank you'
By addressing everyone formally
By using polite indirectness
By being vague
6. What does the slang term 'dodgy' imply?
Outdated or old-fashioned
Suspicious or unreliable
Very expensive
Absolutely wonderful
7. In British slang, what is a 'sarnie'?
A kind of hat
A type of drink
A sandwich
A hairstyle
8. What sport is often associated with British culture and has an annual championship at Wimbledon?
Tennis
Rugby
Cricket
Football
9. What is the name given to the British slang term for being extremely tired?
Peckish
Skint
Knackered
Dodgy
10. What traditional UK event features the display of a regimental flag known as the 'colour'?
Guy Fawkes Night
Trooping the Colour
State Opening of Parliament
Remembrance Sunday
11. What is the name of the famous British dish made from leftover vegetables, typically mashed potatoes and cabbage?
Bubble and squeak
Bangers and mash
Shepherd's pie
Yorkshire pudding
12. In which British city would you find the iconic Tower Bridge?
