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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.