📙 Chapter 4: A Modern, Thriving Society
What is the highest mountain in the UK?
Correct answer: Ben Nevis
A Snowdon
B Scafell Pike
✓ Ben Nevis
D Slieve Donard
💡 Explanation
Ben Nevis in the Scottish Highlands is the highest mountain in the UK.
Key facts to remember
- Edinburgh Castle on Castle Rock — most visited attraction
- Royal Mile connects Edinburgh Castle to Holyroodhouse
- Ben Nevis — highest mountain in UK; Loch Lomond
Why this is the answer
From the official Life in the UK study material — 4.7.2 Historic sites in Scotland:
Scotland has many famous landmarks. Edinburgh Castle sits on Castle Rock in the centre of Edinburgh and is one of the most visited attractions in Scotland. The Royal Mile connects Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Loch Lomond and the Trossachs form Scotland's first national park. The Scottish Highlands are famous for their dramatic scenery, including Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK.
More questions from this topic
Ready to practice more?
Take a full mock exam with 24 questions - just like the real test.
Take a Practice Test