Страноведческая викторина "Туманный Альбион"

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  Country-specific quiz
  
  “The Foggy Albion”
  Учитель английского языка
  МКОУ лицей №11
  г.Россоши Воронежской обл.
  Руденко С.А.
  

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  The land and the people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
  

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  History and geography
  

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  The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the UK) is the official name of the state which is situated on the British Isles.
  

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  The British Isles is a group of islands off the north-western coast of Europe.
  

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  Great Britain is often the same as Britain and refers only to Scotland, England and Wales which are situated on the island of Great Britain.
  

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  They used to be different countries before they became united and got the name of the United Kingdom
  

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  Map of England within the United Kingdom
  England is the largest area within the United Kingdom. (see the map) Most of England comprises the central and southern part of the island of Great Britain in the North Atlantic. The country also includes over 100 smaller islands such as the Isles of Scilly and the Isle of Wight.
  

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  Location of Scotland within the United Kingdom and in the European continent
  Scotland is part of the United Kingdom occupying the northern third of the island of Great Britain. It borders on England in the south and is washed by the North Sea in the east, the Atlantic Ocean in the north and west, and the North Channel and Irish Sea in the southwest.
  

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  Location of Wales in Europe
  The population of Wales comes up to three million people and its total area is 20,8 thousand square kilometers.
  

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  Location of Northern Ireland within the United Kingdom and
  in the European continent
  Northern Ireland is situated in the north-east of the island of Ireland;
  

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  If you look at the map of Europe, you will see that Great Britain is not large. The territory of the UK is 244 820 kм², it takes the 22nd place among all states. Its population is 61,6 million people.
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  UK
  

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  The flag of the United Kingdom is known as “The Union Jack”.
  It consists of several different flags. Do you know where are they from?
  

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  Can you name the biggest rivers in Great Britain
  

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  The highest mountain of Great Britain
  

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  What seas and oceans are the British Isles washed by?
  

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  This lake is the place of living of one of the most legendary creatures in Scotland
  
  

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  Places of interest
  

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  The official residence of the Queen in London
  

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  Name of the huge clock, which is on the St. Stephen’s Tower of the Westminster Palace
  

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  This famous cathedral was built by Sir Christopher Wren
  

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  The oldest university in England
  

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  You can find the biggest collection of books in this famous museum
  

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  This square is the centre of London
  

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  This attraction is one of the most famous in the world
  
  

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  Famous people
  

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  The first English king
  

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  The eldest son of
  Queen Elisabeth II. He is the Prince of Wales
  

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  This writer was born in Stratford-upon-Avon
  

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  The author of books about Harry Potter.
  

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  This famous museum in Baker Street is devoted to this person
  

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  This is one of the most famous comedy actors.
  
  

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  What is the most famous invention of English scientist Alexander Bell?
  
  

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  This English scientist wrote evolutional theory about origin of people.
  

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  Customs and traditions
  

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  National clothes of Scottish men
  

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  National musical instrument of Scotland
  

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  Traditional Christmas dessert in England
  

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  Traditional Scottish dish served with mashed potato
  

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  Do the crossword and you will know the name of British holiday that marks the anniversary of Guy Fawkes who failed Gunpowder Plot. This day is commemorated with displays of fireworks.
  
  

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  1. Game often watched on a Thanksgiving dinner.
  2. Popular holiday on the last day of October
  3. Scary creature
  4. Most people celebrate Thanksgiving with their …
  5. Day of love, celebrations and romance is St. …’s Day
  6. Star on a Thanksgiving dinner
  7. This is the hottest season of the year
  8. During this season people can ski/ skate/ sledge/ play snowballs
  9. In this country St. Patrick’s Day is a national holiday. It is Northern …
  10. We can see small green leaves on the trees in this season
  11. The most popular holiday on December, 25
  12. A character from fairy tales who often rides a broom