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Geography Quiz - Britain (Questions)

Explore the geography of Britain, from mountains and rivers to cities and coastlines, and find out how the United Kingdom fits into the wider world.

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Fascinating Fact:

Important rivers include the Thames in England, the Severn on the border between England and Wales, and the Clyde in Scotland.

In KS2 Geography, you learn about Britain’s countries, rivers, mountains, and cities. You also discover where Britain lies in the world and how maps help you understand its landscapes.

Key Terms

United Kingdom: A country made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Physical features: Natural parts of the landscape, such as rivers, mountains, and coasts.
Human features: Things people have built, like towns, roads, bridges, and ports.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What countries make up the United Kingdom in KS2 Geography?

The United Kingdom is made up of four countries, which are England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, all joined together under one government.

What are the main physical features of Britain for KS2?

Key physical features of Britain include mountain ranges like the Scottish Highlands, long rivers such as the Thames and Severn, rolling hills, lowland plains, and long coastlines.

How can I remember important British rivers for KS2 Geography?

You can remember important British rivers by linking them to cities, such as the Thames and London, the Clyde and Glasgow, and the Mersey and Liverpool, then practising them on a map.

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Which continent is Britain part of?

[ ]	Africa
[ ]	North America
[ ]	Europe
[ ]	Asia

Britain is part of the United Kingdom together with ....... ?

[ ]	The Republic of Ireland
[ ]	Northern Ireland
[ ]	France
[ ]	Australia

Which of these islands is not off the coast of Britain?

[ ]	The Isle of Wight
[ ]	The Isle of Man
[ ]	Anglesey
[ ]	Malta

What is the currency used in Britain?

[ ]	The Euro
[ ]	The Pound
[ ]	The Dollar
[ ]	The Yen

What is the climate in Britain?

[ ]	Temperate
[ ]	Polar
[ ]	Tropical
[ ]	Arid

Which has the largest population?

[ ]	England
[ ]	Scotland
[ ]	Wales
[ ]	Isle of Man

Which city is the capital of England?

[ ]	Birmingham
[ ]	York
[ ]	London
[ ]	Cardiff

By population, which is the largest city in Scotland?

[ ]	Edinburgh
[ ]	Aberdeen
[ ]	Glasgow
[ ]	Dundee

Which is the longest river in Britain?

[ ]	Severn
[ ]	Thames
[ ]	Mersey
[ ]	Tyne

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Which is the highest mountain in Britain?

[ ]	Snowdon
[ ]	Ben Nevis
[ ]	Ben Macdui
[ ]	Skiddaw

Geography Quiz - Britain (Answers)

Which continent is Britain part of?

[ ]	Africa
[ ]	North America
[x]	Europe
[ ]	Asia

Britain lies to the Northwest of mainland Europe

Britain is part of the United Kingdom together with ....... ?

[ ]	The Republic of Ireland
[x]	Northern Ireland
[ ]	France
[ ]	Australia

The capital of Northern Ireland is Belfast

Which of these islands is not off the coast of Britain?

[ ]	The Isle of Wight
[ ]	The Isle of Man
[ ]	Anglesey
[x]	Malta

Malta is in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea

What is the currency used in Britain?

[ ]	The Euro
[x]	The Pound
[ ]	The Dollar
[ ]	The Yen

Many other countries in Europe use the Euro

What is the climate in Britain?

[x]	Temperate
[ ]	Polar
[ ]	Tropical
[ ]	Arid

A temperate climate is one with cool summers and mild winters with rain year round

Which has the largest population?

[x]	England
[ ]	Scotland
[ ]	Wales
[ ]	Isle of Man

England is the largest country in the UK, both in area and in population

Which city is the capital of England?

[ ]	Birmingham
[ ]	York
[x]	London
[ ]	Cardiff

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and Cardiff is the capital of Wales

By population, which is the largest city in Scotland?

[ ]	Edinburgh
[ ]	Aberdeen
[x]	Glasgow
[ ]	Dundee

Despite being the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh's population is not as large as Glasgow's