Study topic
The four countries of the UK and their capitals
A common Life in the UK Test question is simply how the United Kingdom is made up. The UK is a union of four countries, each with its own capital city.
Key facts to remember
- ◆ England — capital London.
- ◆ Scotland — capital Edinburgh.
- ◆ Wales — capital Cardiff.
- ◆ Northern Ireland — capital Belfast.
- ◆ “Great Britain” means England, Scotland and Wales; the “UK” also includes Northern Ireland.