LITUK Traditions and Culture 2

Question 1

Which flower is traditionally associated with Wales and worn on St. David's Day?

Accepted Answer

Daffodil

Answer

The daffodil (and leek) are the national symbols of Wales, worn on St. David's Day on 1 March.

Question 2

What is the name of the famous annual horse race held at Epsom Downs in June?

Accepted Answer

The Derby

Answer

The Derby is a famous flat horse race held at Epsom Downs, Surrey, every June and is one of the UK's most prestigious sporting events.

Question 3

Which Scottish poet wrote 'Auld Lang Syne', sung at New Year celebrations?

Accepted Answer

Robert Burns

Answer

Robert Burns wrote 'Auld Lang Syne', which is traditionally sung at midnight on New Year's Eve (Hogmanay) across the UK and worldwide.

Question 4

What tradition takes place on the fifth of November in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Bonfire Night

Answer

Bonfire Night (also called Guy Fawkes Night) is celebrated on 5 November with bonfires and fireworks to commemorate the failure of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605.

Question 5

Which day of the week is traditionally associated with British chip shops serving fish and chips?

Accepted Answer

Friday

Answer

Friday is the traditional day for eating fish and chips in Britain, a custom linked historically to the Christian practice of eating fish on Fridays.

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LITUK Traditions and Culture 2