📙 Chapter 4: A Modern, Thriving Society
Which TWO statements correctly describe the relationship between the UK and its territories?
Correct answers: The UK is responsible for the defence and foreign affairs of its overseas territories.; Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man are examples of Crown Dependencies.
A The Crown Dependencies are considered part of the United Kingdom.
✓ The UK is responsible for the defence and foreign affairs of its overseas territories.
✓ Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man are examples of Crown Dependencies.
D Overseas territories like Gibraltar have no form of self-government.
💡 Explanation
The paragraph specifies that the UK is responsible for the defence and foreign affairs of its overseas territories, and lists Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man as Crown Dependencies.
Key facts to remember
- Crown Dependencies: Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man — not part of UK
- Overseas territories include Gibraltar, Falklands, Bermuda
- UK responsible for defence and foreign affairs of territories
Why this is the answer
From the official Life in the UK study material — 4.1.2 The regions of the UK and their characteristics:
The Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man) are not part of the UK but are self-governing dependencies of the Crown. The UK also has several overseas territories, including Gibraltar, the Falkland Islands, and Bermuda. These territories have their own governments but the UK is responsible for their defence and foreign affairs.
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