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Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in Britain.

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Explore the geography of Britain, from mountains and rivers to cities and coastlines, and find out how the United Kingdom fits into the wider world.

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Fascinating Fact:

Important rivers include the Thames in England, the Severn on the border between England and Wales, and the Clyde in Scotland.

In KS2 Geography, you learn about Britain’s countries, rivers, mountains, and cities. You also discover where Britain lies in the world and how maps help you understand its landscapes.

  • United Kingdom: A country made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
  • Physical features: Natural parts of the landscape, such as rivers, mountains, and coasts.
  • Human features: Things people have built, like towns, roads, bridges, and ports.
What countries make up the United Kingdom in KS2 Geography?

The United Kingdom is made up of four countries, which are England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, all joined together under one government.

What are the main physical features of Britain for KS2?

Key physical features of Britain include mountain ranges like the Scottish Highlands, long rivers such as the Thames and Severn, rolling hills, lowland plains, and long coastlines.

How can I remember important British rivers for KS2 Geography?

You can remember important British rivers by linking them to cities, such as the Thames and London, the Clyde and Glasgow, and the Mersey and Liverpool, then practising them on a map.

1 .
Which city is the capital of England?
Birmingham
York
London
Cardiff
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and Cardiff is the capital of Wales
2 .
Which has the largest population?
England
Scotland
Wales
Isle of Man
England is the largest country in the UK, both in area and in population
3 .
By population, which is the largest city in Scotland?
Edinburgh
Aberdeen
Glasgow
Dundee
Despite being the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh's population is not as large as Glasgow's
4 .
What is the currency used in Britain?
The Euro
The Pound
The Dollar
The Yen
Many other countries in Europe use the Euro
5 .
What is the climate in Britain?
Temperate
Polar
Tropical
Arid
A temperate climate is one with cool summers and mild winters with rain year round
6 .
Which continent is Britain part of?
Africa
North America
Europe
Asia
Britain lies to the Northwest of mainland Europe
7 .
Which of these islands is not off the coast of Britain?
The Isle of Wight
The Isle of Man
Anglesey
Malta
Malta is in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea
8 .
Which is the longest river in Britain?
Severn
Thames
Mersey
Tyne
The Severn begins in Wales then flows through England
9 .
Which is the highest mountain in Britain?
Snowdon
Ben Nevis
Ben Macdui
Skiddaw
Ben Nevis is in Scotland
10 .
Britain is part of the United Kingdom together with ....... ?
The Republic of Ireland
Northern Ireland
France
Australia
The capital of Northern Ireland is Belfast
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Geography of the UK

Author:  Amanda Swift (Primary School Teacher & Educational Content Developer)

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