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UK and Europe Quiz

UK

What continent is the UK based in?

The UK is based in the continent of Europe.

Below is a diagram showing the location of

the UK within Europe.

What is the currency used in Britain?

The British currency is Pound Sterling.

GBP=Great British Pound.

Since decimalisation in 1971, the

pound has been split into 100 pence.

Decimalisation

40 years ago Britain went decimal and hundredsof everyday currency was turned into history overnight on 14 February that year, there were12 pennies to the shilling and 20 shillings to thepound.

Old money =

What are the names of the capital cities in the UK?

London!

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Belfast

Which seas surround the UK?

The north Atlantic sea and the north sea both surround the UK

What are the populations of each of the countries in the UK?

In 2019 there was 66.65 million people!

Lets move on to

Europe

Europe

How many countries are there in Europe?

There are 44 countries in Europe

such as: Russia, Germany, England,

France and Italy (not including

dependant territories).

If you visited Madrid what landmarks could you have your picture taken at?

• I would like my picture taken at the Muso Nacionaldel prado (the national museum) ,in front of knight statue as the image shows.

• I would also like to have my picture taken at the Royal palace of Madrid as it is extremely beautiful.

What are the main climate zones in Europe?

There are many climate zones in Europe such as the marine west, humid continental, Mediterranean, subnautic and tundra.

What is the smallest and largest mountains in Europe?

The smallest mountain in Europe is Mount Wycherproof, located in Australia it is 86 feet above sea level and a mere 141 above the ground.

The highest mountain in Europe is Mount Elbrus, it is 18,510 feet above sea level and is located in Russia.

Did you know Mount Elbrus is actually a volcano

What are the shortest and longest rivers?

Shortest river in Europe is the Ombla river, located in Croatia at a total distance of 29 metres.

The longest river in Europe is the Volga river, it travels through Russia and into the Capsian sea with a total distance of 2294 miles.

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UK by...KAYDIE GRAY

Jai Goldswarthy-Gray

Have a nice day!