The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England — many people are confused by what these different names mean. So what is the difference between them, if any? to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle.
In the 16th century, the country of Wales was joined to the Kingdom of England. Later, in the 18th century, the country Scotland was joined to create the Kingdom of Great Britain. In the 19th century, the Kingdom of Ireland was added to create the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. , in the 20th century, the southern part of Ireland broke away from the UK, which in the full name we have today: the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Most people just use the shortened name: "the United Kingdom" or "the UK". People from the UK are called "British", which means the UK is also often to as Britain or Great Britain.
The four countries that to the United Kingdom work together in some areas. They use the same flag, known as the Union Jack, as well as share the same currency and . However, they also have some differences. For example, England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland all have different education systems and systems. They also have their own , like their own national days and national dishes. And they even have their own football teams for competitions like the World Cup!
