LITUK Core Knowledge and Fundamentals 5

Question 1

What is the name of the river that flows through London?

Accepted Answer

The Thames

Answer

The River Thames flows through central London and is the longest river entirely in England.

Question 2

Which document, passed in 1689, established the constitutional rights of Parliament and citizens?

Accepted Answer

The Bill of Rights

Answer

The Bill of Rights 1689 established parliamentary supremacy and set out fundamental civil rights following the Glorious Revolution.

Question 3

What is the minimum age to vote in a UK general election?

Accepted Answer

18

Answer

You must be at least 18 years old to vote in a UK general election, though Scotland and Wales allow 16-year-olds to vote in devolved elections.

Question 4

Which city is the capital of Northern Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Belfast

Answer

Belfast is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland.

Question 5

What is the name of the agreement that brought peace to Northern Ireland in 1998?

Accepted Answer

The Good Friday Agreement

Answer

The Good Friday Agreement (also known as the Belfast Agreement) was signed on 10 April 1998 and largely ended the Troubles.

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