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England
Questions related to the country of England, which is located on the island of Great Britain. The island lies close to the Atlantic coast of Europe. England together with Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales comprises the nation called The United Kingdom.
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How many lighthouses in England?
There are an estimated 92 lighthouses that are located in the UK. A few of the lighthouses are called South Gare lighthouse, Shoreham lighthouse, and Bamburgh lighthouse.
York Minster is the popular name for the Anglican Cathedral in the City of York in England.
It's full, correct name is The Cathedral and Metropolitical Church of St Peter in York.
An extract from the Minster's web site explains the word "Minster"
"Minster Churches are basically churches that were established in the Anglo Saxon period as missionary teaching churches. York Minster is also the Church of the Archbishop of York. He is the most senior bishop in the North of England. It is where he has his seat, called a Cathedra, which makes York Minster a Cathedral as well. Not all Minsters are Cathedrals, and not all Cathedrals are Minsters, but York Minster is both. The present Minster is the largest Gothic Cathedral in northern Europe and was built over a period of 250 years"
What does Germany and England have in common?
They were all imperialistic.They each had a fascist dictatorship, though Japan was not to fascist.
How tall is the white cliff of dover?
There are at least seven white cliffs, known as the Seven Sisters.
What type of currency was used in England in World War 1?
The currency of Britain in 1914 was the (predecimal) British Pound Sterling in which one pound (£1) was equal to 20 shillings (20/-) and each shilling was equal to 12 pennies (12d), so one pound was equal to 240 pennies.
Why was the theatre so popular in Elizabethan England?
She loved the theatre and also Shakespeare was alive and thrived at that time. Because Shakespeare was so good at writing plays many people of all classes went to see his plays.
What changes in the court system helped protect individual rights in the early 1100s in England?
The decisions of royal judges contributed to a growing body of common law.
Warrington is not a county. It is a town in the North-West of England.
Geographically, Warrington is in the county of Cheshire.
Politically, Warrington is not governed by the County Council of Cheshire, its local government is a separate unitary authority: Warrington Borough Council.
How long does it take to get to wales in a car from dorset?
It obviously depends on... where in Dorset you start from, where in Wales you are going, what route you take and how fast you drive.
What was the main 3 ways people from New England earn a living?
It would be fishing, whaling, and sea trade.
What cities are bigger than London?
London used to be the biggest city in the world and is still the biggest city in the UK with a population of around 8 million. However, globally London is way down the world rankings in both area and population. Shanghai, Mexico City, Tokyo and many others are bigger than London.
What is the size of Isle of Wight?
It has an area of about 147 square miles, and is about 26 miles across.
What forced the colonies to trade only the England?
The Navigation Acts forced the colonists to trade with England and limited trade with other countries.
Can you use a twenty pound sterling Irish banknote in England?
Northern Ireland is part of the UK and its currency is completely interchangeable with England. However, very few shops would accept Irish notes, simply because they are unfamiliar and they wouldn't know how to verify they aren't counterfeit. Any high-street bank will exchange a NI note for an English one free of charge.
Ireland, or Eire (i.e. the rest of the island of Ireland) is part of the EU and now uses Euros for currency. (The UK has not yet adopted the Euro.) Until fairly recently, Ireland had its own currency, the Irish pound or Punt. These notes would not now be valid but could probably be changed at Irish Banks. (The Punt was worth a bit less than the pound sterling.)
How did the Danish invations change England?
The towns grew bigger and more important because the Danes made them centers of trade. Anglo-Saxon English borrowed many new words from Danish. English kings were eventually forced to be of Danish descent.
Why do Americans hate british people?
this is a crazy notion that just is not true!! Americans do not hate anyone or any one nation! sometimes nations do have differences even the USA and Canada, but that is like good friends that have a difference of opinion.
How long does it take to go by train from London to dundee?
About six hours depending on which train you catch.
What was the legal age for marriage in England in 1750?
12 for girls & 14 for boys. In 1763 the legal age was increased to 16 for both.
Is there a prison on the isle of wight?
Yes, there is one active prison on the Isle of Man. It is near Jurby, in the north of the island.
