Slide 1

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 2

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 3

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 4

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 5

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 6

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 7

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 8

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 9

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 10

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 11

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 12

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 13

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 14

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 15

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 16

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 17

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 18

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 19

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 20

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 21

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 22

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 23

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 24

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 25

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 26

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 27

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 28

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 29

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 30

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 31

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 32

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 33

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 34

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 35

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 36

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 37

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 38

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 39

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 40

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 41

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 42

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 43

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 44

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 45

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 46

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 47

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 48

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 49

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 50

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 51

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 52

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 53

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 54

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 55

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 56

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 57

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 58

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 59

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 60

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 61

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 62

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 63

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 64

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 65

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 66

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 67

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.


Slide 68

1. Where is Britain?
a) Western Europe
b) Eastern Europe
c) Scandinavia
d) America

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

2. What does EU stand for?
a) Environmental Unit
b) Eastern Union
c) European Union
d) Everything Undone

Where is Britain?




Britain lies off the west
coast of mainland
Europe.
Britain (UK) is part of
the European Union
(yellow).

3. The United Kingdom is…
a) England, France, Ireland, Northern Ireland
b) England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
c) England, Wales, Germany, Scotland
d) England, Denmark, France, Germany

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

4. The British Climate is…
a) Just like Taiwan
b) Generally mild
c) Very cold and wet
d) Tropical

The British Climate






Very variable – changes so frequently that it
is difficult to forecast.
Britain does not experience “extreme”
weather. Not “very” hot – not “very” cold.
Summers generally cool. Winters mild
Does not rain all the time. September to
January are wettest.
4 distinct seasons

The British Climate: Rainfall

The British Climate:
Winter Temperatures

The British Climate:
Summer Temperatures

5. Which is correct?
a) Shire < Region < County
b) Region > Country > County
c) County < Region < Country
d) County > Region > Country

Today







Today’s counties are a mix of
the old shires and the old
counties.
Boundaries have changed a
lot.
Some old shires and
counties have disappeared.
There are some “new”
counties

Regions of
England






North West
West Midlands
South West



North East



Yorkshire



East Midlands



East of England



Greater London



South East

What is “Britain”?




The United Kingdom is
the name for England,
Scotland, Wales, and
Northern Ireland.
This is a “political”
name for those
countries ruled from
London.

6. Where would you find Derby?
a) Derbyshire
b) Devonshire
c) Derby Town
d) France

e.g. Nottinghamshire




Some Counties still retain
the name “shire” as a suffix.
E.g. the city of Nottingham
is in the county of
Nottinghamshire

7. The capital of the UK is…
a) England
b) Roman
c) London
d) Leeds

London









London is the capital city of the United Kingdom
and of England.
Worldwide influence and a major financial
centre.
Population of Greater London is 7,421,228 (a
population of over 12 million in the wider
metropolitan area).
The largest city in the European Union.
A very diverse range of peoples, cultures, and
religions.
It has a great number of important buildings,
including world-famous museums, theatres,
concert halls, airports, railway stations, palaces,
and offices.

8. Scotland is…
a) East of England
b) Beside Wales
c) North of England
d) Below Ireland

Scotland
Consists of a mainland area
and several island groups,
including Shetland, Orkney,
and the Hebrides
 3 main geographical areas
make up the mainland:
From north to south
1. The mountainous Highlands.
2. The low-lying Central Belt.
3. The hilly Southern Uplands.


9. In order of size…
a) Wales > England > Scotland
b) Scotland > Wales > England
c) England > Wales > Scotland
d) England > Scotland > Wales

Side by side

10. The capital of Ireland is…
a) Dublin
b) Belfast
c) London
d) Leeds

Ireland




Northern Ireland is
unofficially known as
'Ulster'. Northern Ireland
is a region of the United
Kingdom.
The Republic of Ireland,
with its capital in Dublin.
This state is also called
"Ireland" or "Éire".

11. The Thistle is the symbol of…
a) England
b) Wales
c) Scotland
d) France

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

12. The Flag of Scotland is…
a) a white cross on blue
b) a red cross on white
c) a white cross on red
d) a red dragon on green and white

Flags & Symbols - Scotland


The Scotch Thistle



The cross of St Andrew

13. The population of the UK is about…
a) 39,000,000
b) 49,000,000
c) 59,000,000
d) 69,000,000

Demographics

Part

Population %

England

50,093,800 83.7

Scotland

5,078,400

8.5

Wales

2,952,500

4.9

Northern Ireland

1,710,300

2.9

United Kingdom

59,834,900 100

14. Most people in England…
a) were born overseas
b) were born in the UK
c) are from India
d) are from Ireland

Demographics


Population (England)
–
–
–



male: 23,922,144
female: 24,216,687
total: 49,138,831

Place of birth
–
–
–

UK: 90.7%
EU: 2.3%
Outside EU: 6.9%



Ethnicity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–

White: 90.9%
Indian: 2.1%
Pakistani: 1.4%
Mixed: 1.4%
Black Caribbean: 1.1%
Black African: 0.9%
Chinese: 0.4%
Black Other: 0.2%

15. Most foreigners in Britain live…
a) overseas
b) in the South West
c) in the South East
d) in Ireland

Location of foreign-born population





7.5% of people living in
Britain were born abroad.
The non-native-born
population tends to be
strongly attracted to London
and the South East region
1.7 million foreign-born live
in London, representing 25%
of the city's total population,
although 52% of Wembley's
population was born abroad.

16. Where is the Gaelic language spoken?
a) England & Scotland
b) Scotland & Ireland
c) Ireland & Wales
d) Wales & England

Regional Languages










Welsh is spoken by about 20% of the population of Wales
(~600,000 speakers).
However, not all speakers are 100% fluent.
Many Welsh people are proud to speak Welsh.

Scottish Gaelic has about 60,000 speakers (~1% of Scotland).
In Northern Ireland, ~7% speak Irish Gaelic (~110,000 speakers)
and 2% speak Scots (~ 30,000 speakers).
Cornish is spoken by ~3,500 people (0.6% of Cornwall).
Scots is spoken by 30% of Scottish people (~ 1.5 million).
British Sign Language (for the deaf) is understood by less than
0.1% of the total population of the UK.

17. The correct order is…
a) Bronze age  Neolithic  Iron age
b) Iron age  Bronze age  Neolithic
c) Neolithic  Iron age  Bronze age
d) Neolithic  Bronze age  Iron age

Overview of Early British History







Stone Age – The Neolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
The Romans
The Invasions – Anglo Saxon, Jutes, Vikings

18. The Romans left Britain because
a) Rome was under attack
b) The Britons made them leave
c) It was too cold
d) All of the above

Roman departure from Britain






Because Rome was
being invaded, the
Roman soldiers were
moved from Britain to
defend Rome
The Romans had left
Britain by 410.
The inhabitants were
forced to look to their
own defences and
government

19. Britain was invaded by…
a) Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Romans
b) Spanish, Vikings, Welsh
c) Anglo-Saxons, English, Normans
d) Vikings, Normans, Irish

The Romans







Britain is a land of agricultural
and mineral wealth
In 43AD, the Roman Emperor
Claudius invaded Britain with
approximately 50,000 men.
They quickly occupied the
South East and then moved
inland.
Within 25 years much of
England and Wales had been
absorbed into the province of
Britannia.

Anglo-Saxons




The Angle, Saxon, and Jute tribes who invaded
Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries are known as the
Anglo-Saxons.

They left their homelands in northern Germany,
Denmark and northern Holland and rowed across
the North Sea in wooden boats.

Vikings









The Vikings came
from three countries
in Scandinavia:
Denmark, Norway
and Sweden.
They were also
known as the Norse
people. They were
mostly farmers, but
some worked as
craftsmen or traders.
Many Vikings were great travellers and sailed all over Europe and
the north Atlantic Ocean in their longships.
Some went as fierce pirate raiders: they stole treasure and attacked
local people.
But most Vikings who sailed overseas were simply searching for
better land for their farms.
The Viking Age began about 1,200 years ago in the 8th Century AD
and lasted for 300 years.

20. The Normans invaded in…
a) 1056 AD
b) 1066 AD
c) 1076 AD
d) 1086 AD

The Norman Conquest (1066)


In 1066 the Anglo-Saxon King of England
died without an heir



Two people claimed the Kingdom:
1. Harold, The Earl of Wessex
2. William, The Duke of Normandy



Harold had himself crowned King but his
position was not secure.



By August 1066 William had assembled
a force of about 5,000 knights for
invasion



William defeated Harold at the Battle of
Hastings (Oct 14 1066).



This resulted in profound political,
administrative, and social changes in the
British Isles.

21. The Normans brought with them…
a) Religion, French
b) Feudalism, Religion
c) French, Feudalism
d) Feudalism, Ice-cream

What the Normans did…


There were considerable changes
in the social structure of the
British kingdoms as a new
aristocracy was introduced



However, the Anglo-Saxon central
and local governments and
judicial system were retained



The “English” language
disappeared in official documents,
it was replaced by Latin, then by
Norman-French.



Written English slowly reappeared
in the 13th century.

 Feudalism originated
in France, and
Knights
&
Feudalism
was brought to England by the

Normans


The obligations and relations between
lord, vassal and fief form the basis of
feudalism

1.

Lords (Land owners),
Vassals (Knights)
Fiefs (Land).

2.
3.


In exchange for use of the fief, the
vassal would provide military service to
the lord.



Knights were supported by peasants
who worked to produce food and
ideologically supported by the church.

22. The bubonic plague…
a) started the industrial revolution
b) was invented by the French
c) is good for acne
d) killed many people

The Black Death (1348)












In 1348, the bubonic plague arrived
in Britain through the southern coast
ports.
Known as the Black Death, the
disease was spread by fleas living in
the fur of rats.
The plague reached London by
September 1348 and Scotland,
Wales and Ireland in the winter of
1349.
Between 10-30% of the population
died
The plague returned periodically until
the seventeenth century. The first
few outbreaks severely reduced the
fertility and density of the population.
Labour became scarcer
Poorer land was simply abandoned,
and many villages were never reoccupied.

23. Henry VIII started…
a) a new fashion in hats
b) break dancing
c) the Church of England
d) running for fun

Tudors (1485 – 1602)


Known as the “Early Modern” period of British
history.



The Tudors ruled in England and the Stuarts in
Scotland. In both realms, as the century progressed,
there were new ways of approaching old problems.



Henry VIII of England and James IV of Scotland
were both cultured, educated Renaissance princes
with a love of learning and architectural splendour.



Henry broke away from the Catholic Church to form
the Church of England (of which he had himself
proclaimed Head).



The early modern period was an era where women
exercised more influence:
Catherine de Medici in France, Elizabeth and Mary
in England and Mary in Scotland ruled as their male
counterparts had done before them.

24. Francis Drake is famous because…
a) he became King
b) he sailed around the world
c) he invented printing
d) he discovered America

Circumnavigation of the globe 1578 - 1580










On 13 December 1577, Francis Drake,
on board his ship the Pelican, left
Plymouth on a voyage that would take
him round the world.
In August 1578, Drake passed through
the Magellan Strait (the south of South
America) and entered the Pacific
Ocean.
By June 1579, Drake had landed on
the coast of modern California (which
he claimed for England as 'New
Albion').
On 26 September 1580, the navigator
returned to Plymouth in his ship,
renamed as the Golden Hind.
The following April, Drake was knighted
by Elizabeth I on board ship.

25. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain…
a) because of the cold weather
b) because it is in Western Europe
c) because France was too busy
d) because of its many natural resources

Why the Industrial Revolution started
in Britain




Britain was able to succeed in the Industrial Revolution because
of its plentiful resources.
Britain had a dense population for its small geographical size.
The agricultural revolution made a supply of labour readily
available (urbanisation).



Local supplies of coal, iron, lead, copper,
tin, limestone and water power, resulted
in excellent conditions for the
development and expansion of industry.



The stable political situation in Great
Britain from around 1688

26. World War I started in…
a) 1913
b) 1914
c) 1915
d) 1916

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to
the Austrian thrown

27. World War I started because…
a) Germans don’t like ice-cream
b) Austria hates England
c) an Archduke was assassinated
d) Serbia wanted to be in the EU

What Started World War I ?






World War I was
sparked by a single
event…
On June 28, 1914
Serbian fanatic, Gavrilo
Princip, assassinated
Archduke FranzFerdinand of Austria in
Sarajevo.
Archduke FranzFerdinand was heir to

28. The “Blitz” was…
a) the bombing of England by Germany
b) the end of World War II
c) the Battle of Britain
d) a new kind of ice-cream

The Blitz


The Blitz was the sustained and intensive bombing of the United
Kingdom by Nazi Germany during 1940–1941.



It was carried out by the Luftwaffe against a range of targets across
the UK, particularly concentrating on London.



The Blitz killed
~43,000 people and
destroyed over a
million houses



It failed to achieve
the Germans'
objectives of
knocking Britain out
of the war or
rendering it unable
to resist an invasion.

29. The Allied leaders during WW2 were…
a) Thatcher, Hitler, Stalin
b) Roosevelt, Stalin, Bush
c) Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin
d) Stalin, Churchill, Hitler

World War 2







In June 1941, Hitler invaded the Soviet Union, thereby
making war on two fronts.
The war increased in December 1941 when America
declared war on the Japanese after they bombed Pearl
Harbour.
Hitler's declaration
of war on America
was his big
mistake.
With American
entry, British Prime
Churchill
Stalin
Roosevelt
Minister Winston
Churchill felt sure
of victory.

30. India became independent in…
a) 1937
b) 1947
c) 1957
d) 1967

India and Pakistan gain Independence
1947








India was the most valuable part
of the British Empire, its
possession was proof of British
world power.
The war had strained Britain's
ability to govern its empire so it
was decided that India would
self-govern.
However the two factions in
India (the Indian National
Congress and the Muslim
League) could not agree on a
constitution.
As a result, India was divided
into the modern states of India
and Pakistan.