How much do you really know about England? These England quiz questions are designed to test your knowledge. The Country of England has Scotland to the North and Wales to the West. Famous for sporting events including tennis and football, fish and chips and black cabs in London.
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England Quiz Questions Round 1
What date in February 1952 did Elizabeth II become Queen of England?
Elizabeth II became Queen of England on February 6th 1952
What is the Capital City of England?
London is the Capital City of England
Platform 9 ¾ goes from which London train station to Hogwarts in Harry Potter?
You’ll find platform 9 ¾ at Kings Cross station in London
In what year did the Brexit Referendum take place?
The Brexit Referendum took place in 2016
What is England’s largest National Park?
England’s largest National Park is The Lake District National Park
England Quiz Questions Round 2
What is the National fruit of England?
The National fruit of England is the apple
How many of Henry VIII’s wives were beheaded?
Two of Henry VIII’s wives were beheaded – Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard
In which English City were the rock band The Beatles formed?
The Beatles were formed in Liverpool
True or False – Manchester is the largest City in England
This is FALSE – London is the largest City in England
Which famous English writer died in April 1616 on what was believed to be his birthday?
William Shakespeare
England Quiz Questions Round 3
Which historic King of England began his reign in 1066?
William the Conqueror
Tower Bridge crosses which English river?
The river Thames runs under Tower Bridge
Who is the Patron Saint of England?
St George is the Patron Saint of England
“Please Sir, can I have some more?” is a famous line written by which English author?
Charles Dickens wrote the line “Please Sir, can I have some more?” in Oliver Twist
In which English City will you find Cadbury World?
Cadbury World is in Birmingham
England Quiz Questions Round 4
What year did England win the World Cup?
1966
Who was the first English royal to live in Buckingham palace?
Queen Victoria moved in in 1837 and was the first English royal to have Buckingham Palace as her residence.
Enid Blyton wrote The Famous Five books which was set where in England?
The Famous Five was set in Dorset
Strawberries and cream are famously eaten at which English sporting event?
What does BBC stand for?
BBC stands for British Broadcasting Corporation
England Quiz Questions Round 5
In which county will you find one of England’s most famous landmarks, Stonehenge?
Stonehenge is in Wiltshire
What year did Margaret Thatcher become UK Prime Minister on 3rd May?
Margaret Thatcher became Prime Minister in 1979
Who formally opened the 2012 London Olympic Games?
Queen Elizabeth II opened the 2012 London Olympic Games
What is the common name for Guy Fawkes night in November?
Bonfire Night
In which English City was the Mary Rose built?
The Mary Rose was built in Portsmouth
England Quiz Questions Round 6
What is the second largest City in England?
Birmingham in the West Midlands is the second largest City in England
What is the name of the 90s movie that was set in the same place as the title starring Julia Roberts as Anna?
Notting Hill
Which English tennis tournament takes place in June?
Wimbledon takes place in June
At what famous London landmark does the old lady in Mary Poppins feed the birds in front of?
St Paul’s Cathedral is where the birds are being fed
Where does Sherlock Holmes live?
Sherlock Holmes lives at 221b Baker Street in London
England Quiz Questions Round 7
Which English sport has a red rose flower as their emblem?
The England Rugby team
Which direction do horses race in England?
Horses race counterclockwise in England
Which port in England did the RMS Titanic depart from?
The RMS Titanic departed from Southampton in England
Where in England will you find the Doctor Who museum?
The Doctor Who museum is in London
What is the highest mountain in England?
Scafell Pike is the highest mountain in England
England Quiz Questions Round 8
Which fictional animal lives at 32 Windsor Gardens in London?
Which English cheese is referred to as the “King of cheeses”?
Stilton is referred to as the “King of cheeses”
What is the most expensive property on the English Monopoly board game?
Mayfair is the most expensive property on the English Monopoly board game
What was the dog’s name in the Famous Five book series?
Timmy the dog
Who did Mr Carson eventually marry in the English TV series Downton Abbey?
Mr Carson married Elsie Hughes
England Quiz Questions Round 9
In which English county will you find Durdle Door?
Durdle Door is in Dorset
What is the French name for England?
The French name for England is Angleterre
What novel did Charles Dickens publish in 1843 which was set in Victorian England featuring the Cratchit family?
Charles Dickens published A Christmas Carol in 1843
In what year did wearing a car seat belt become law in England?
Wearing a seat belt became a law in 1983 in England
What colour is the cross on the flag of England?
The flag of England has a red cross
England Quiz Questions Round 10
Roald Dahl’s The Witches is set in England and what other Country?
The Witches is set in England and Norway
What racecourse does the Grand National take place at?
The Grand National takes place at Aintree Racecourse
Where was the RMS Titanic sailing to after it left England when it sank?
The Titanic was sailing to New York City
“If I had a flower every time I thought of you… I could walk through my garden forever” Is a quote from which English poet?
Alfred Lord Tennyson
What’s the first line of the England National Anthem?
God save our gracious King is the first line of the England National Anthem
