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West Coast Mountainous
Southeast of the Highlands Hilly Lots of Coal
Flows towards the English Channel Flat Fertile Soil for farming
Trade is focused in the Mediterranean Sea Difficult for ships to pass through the Straight of Gibraltar England is on the outside of trade routes How does this change when the America’s are discovered?
Founded by the Romans along the Thames River. Largest city in the U.K The World’s most visited city in terms of international arrivals
Introduced in 1829 Single level Horse Drawn 1908 they were given the signature two stories Routemaster
Colored red to make them easier to spot. Can be found in several U.K territories. Design came from a competition in 1924.
London had the World’s first underground railway.
The Queen or King serves as the “head of state”. Also hold the sovereignty over his/her subjects. Must be politically neutral. Must follow the constitution. The ability to make legislation does not reside in the monarch. Monarchs are also the head of the Anglican Church. Supporters claim it gives a sense of continuity to the government.
Her majesty the Queen Duke of Edinburg Prince of Wales Prince William Prince George
Monarch Prime Minister House of Lords House of Commons Parliament
America America England England
Watch the two videos. When we are finished you will be asked to write an essay response to this question: “Should Britain remove the monarchy or embrace the tradition?” (Reference information from the videos)
“Should Britain remove the monarchy or embrace the tradition?” (Reference information from the videos)
London is the ONLY country to host the Olympics three times.
While you watch: Write out 10 things from their pop culture that has influenced our own culture. (I am looking for things FROM THE CEREMONY!)