WEBQUEST – PLACES – UNITED KINGDOM

1. You are going on a trip to the United Kingdom. Sit in pairs. Write
down five things you already know about this place.

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2. Check out the following sites and answer the questions below:

http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/places/find/united-kingdom/
http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/countries/england.html

http://primaryfacts.com/1488/united-kingdom-facts-and-interesting-
information/

a. What countries make up the United Kingdom?

b. What is the name of the river that runs through London?
c. Is it the longest river in the United Kingdom?
d. What is the name of the currency used in the United Kingdom?
e. Which is the most populated country in the United Kingdom?
f. What is the capital of England?
g. What is the name of the United Kingdom´s flag?
h. How was it designed?
i. Who is this famous person and what did he do?

j. Can you name some important bands and pop stars who came
from England?
k. Have the Olympic Games ever been held in United Kingdom?
When?
l. Name the most popular sports.
 m. Name the following famous tourist attractions in London. Do you
know any more?

n. Does the United Kingdom have a president?

o. Who runs the country?
p. Where do they live?

3. Watch the video below and take notes of the 10 interesting facts
about London. Write a short sentence for each one.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16ztSXkbquo

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