英语国家概况复习资料(超细致).doc

Major English-Speaking Countries – Final Exam Study Guide Important This is not a substitute for a semester of participation and proper study habits. This is merely a means of self-evaluation, a way to determine which topics you need to review before the final exam. There may be questions on the test that ask about information that isn’t in this study guide. It is your responsibility to look over your notes and the information in the textbook. Don’t focus on specific numbers. For example, years are not important, but you should know that the Revolutionary War happened before the American Civil War. Don’t study the night before the test. You will “burn out.” Let your brain rest before the exam. Good luck! Exam Overview True or False:?25 questions,?25% Matching:?50 questions,?25% Multiple Choice:?25 questions,?25% Short Answer:?5 question,?25% The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Symbols Flag Also known as the Union Jack A combination of three flags England’s flag, Scotland’s flag, Ireland’s flag National Anthem “God Save the Queen” Country and People The United Kingdom The U.K.’s full title: The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland The current Prime Minister is David Cameron Great Britain consists of England, Scotland, and Wales Capital City of the U.K.: London Population: 59.6 million people 90% live in urban areas, 10% live in rural areas Demographics: 94% white 1.5% Indian 0.3% Chinese 0.03% African 1.5 million Muslims Second largest Jewish population Official language is English Religion 8.4 million church goers (44.3% of the population) 20.9% are Anglican (Church of England) 9% are Roman Catholic 2.8% are Presbyterian (Church of Scotland) The U.K. consists of four countries England Capital: London Landmass: 53.7% of the United Kingdom Population: 50 million The “backbone” of England: The Pennines Mountains Second longest river: Thames Origin of the English language Language derived from the Normans and Anglo-Saxons Scotland Ca