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Chapter 3: What is the UK?

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In this chapter you will learn about the countries that make up the Union as well as the various phrases used to describe them. Although this chapter is very short you should make sure that you read and understand all the facts presented. For instance it is very likely there will be questions about the differences between Great Britain, the British Isles and Britain, or what the Crown dependencies are.

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What is the UK?

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Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

‘Great Britain’ and 'the United Kingdom’ have the same meaning.

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Where does the UK Parliament sit?

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Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

The Channel Islands and the Isle of Man are part of the UK.

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Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

The Republic of Ireland is a part of the UK.

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The Isle of Man is which of the following?

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Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

Northern Ireland is part of Great Britain.

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Which of the following statements is correct?

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Which countries make up 'Great Britain'?

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Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

British overseas territories are part of the UK.

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Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are governed only by the parliament sitting in Westminster.

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Which two of the following are British overseas territories?

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Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

'Great Britain' refers to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

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