📙 Chapter 4: A Modern, Thriving Society
Where is the Derby horse race held?
Correct answer: Epsom
A Aintree
B Ascot
✓ Epsom
D Newmarket
💡 Explanation
The Derby is held at Epsom.
Key facts to remember
- Horse racing — 'sport of kings'
- Royal Ascot, Grand National (Aintree), Derby (Epsom)
- Grand National — famous steeplechase
Why this is the answer
From the official Life in the UK study material — 4.4.5 Horse racing:
Horse racing has a long history in Britain and is sometimes called 'the sport of kings'. Famous horse racing events include Royal Ascot, the Grand National (held at Aintree near Liverpool), and the Derby (held at Epsom). The Grand National is one of the most famous steeplechase races in the world. Horse racing is also associated with betting.
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