Life in the UK test practice question · History
In 1707, the Act of Union joined two kingdoms to form the Kingdom of Great Britain. Which two?
Answer options
- England and Ireland
- England and Wales
- England and ScotlandCorrect
- Scotland and Ireland
Answer: England and Scotland
England and Scotland became one kingdom, Great Britain, on 1 May 1707. Ireland joined later, in 1801.
Checked 8 November 2026