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London is the capital of England and the UK; Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland; Cardiff is the capital of Wales; Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland
Related questions (3)
easysingle choice
What is the capital city of Scotland?
Glasgow
Edinburgh
Aberdeen
Dundee
Explanation
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland. Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland but is not the capital.
easysingle choice
What is the capital city of Wales?
Swansea
Newport
Cardiff
Bangor
Explanation
Cardiff is the capital city of Wales. Swansea and Newport are also significant Welsh cities but are not the capital.
mediummultiple choice
Which TWO of the following are capital cities of UK nations? (Select 2 answers)
Dublin
Cardiff
Glasgow
Belfast
Explanation
Cardiff is the capital of Wales and Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland. Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland (not part of the UK). Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland but Edinburgh is its capital.