British Isles - Nations and Islands

This quiz addresses part of the requirements of the National Curriculum KS1 for children aged 5 and 6 in years 1 and 2 in Geography. Specifically it looks at the nations and islands of the British Isles. It is one of 50 quizzes to help you understand the world around you.

We live on two islands, Great Britain and Ireland. There are two countries - the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. There are also some smaller islands. Altogether, we live in the British Isles. The British Isles are just off the north-west coast of the main continent of Europe. In school you will have found out about the British Isles. You will also have found out about the nations of the British Isles. See how much you know already.