Scotland—Edinburgh
Explanation
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland. Glasgow is a major Scottish city, while Cardiff and Belfast are the capitals of Wales and Northern Ireland.
50 states
Explanation
The United States consists of 50 states. The nearby figures are not the established number of states in the country.
A confederation of 53 countries formerly part of the British Empire
Explanation
The Commonwealth is a confederation of 53 countries that were part of the British Empire. The United Kingdom itself has four constituent countries, so it is not equivalent to the Commonwealth.
England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
Explanation
The United Kingdom comprises England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. The Commonwealth is a broader association of countries and is not the name for these four constituent countries.
1789
Explanation
George Washington became the first American president in 1789. The year 1776 refers to the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.
July 4, 1776
Explanation
Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The year 1789 marks George Washington’s rise to the presidency, not the declaration.
It was voted for in 2016 and became effective in 2020.
Explanation
Brexit was voted for in 2016 and became effective in 2020. The other timelines change either the referendum year or the year in which Brexit took effect.
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How many states does the United States have?
50 states.
On which date was the American Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776.
What annual holiday celebrates the American Declaration of Independence?
Independence Day.
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