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19:36 10/8/24 Uncovering the UK Source: VIDEO
THE MAIN POINTS OF THE VIDEO
Fact 1: The difference between the name "The United Kingdom" and "Great Britain".
Fact 2: The population in England and the major rule of its capital – London.
Fact 3: The Monarchy of the United Kingdom.
Fact 4: Legal drinking age in United Kingdom.
Fact 5: The origin of famous invented sports and well-known artists in United Kingdom.
Fact 6: The History of the First Woman Prime Minister.
Fact 7: The industrial revolution in the United Kingdom.
Fact 8: The special relationship between the United States and United Kingdom.
WHAT YOU MAY LEARN FROM THE VIDEO
1. Differences between United Kingdom and Great Britain
United Kingdom and Great Britain are completely different.
The United Kingdom consists of the member states of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Great Britain has only 3 members: England, Scotland, and Wales, excluding Northern Ireland.
2. Head of the United Kingdom
The head of the British kingdom was Queen Elizabeth II
An autobiographical film about Margaret Thatcher - Britain's first female prime
minister, was released in 2011. She is famous for her tough politics and leadership style.
3. The rule of the United Kingdom
Constitutional monarchy with a federal parliamentary style of government.
Queen Elizabeth II is the official head of state and legal ruler of the countries of the Commonwealth.
4. Influence on Global Sports and Literature
The UK has made significant contributions to global sports, literature, and
politics. Inventions like rugby, soccer, boxing, cricket, and golf originated in Britain.
Renowned literary figures such as Shakespeare and JK Rowling emerged from the UK.
5. Drinking alcohol in the UK about:blank 1/2 19:36 10/8/24 Uncovering the UK
Drinking alcohol is legal for children over the age of 5 but only at home and in private spaces.
On the contrary, when children under 18 years old drink alcohol in public places, it is a criminal offense.
6. A major turning point in British history
The Industrial Revolution brought economic and social development and change
due to the development of steam-powered machinery and mass production.
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