Do Amricans know how the UK is split up geographically and politically?

Question

This question is prompted by the fact that Americans seem to ask questions only about London sometimes.

Answer 1

No we dont actually. Most Americans barely know about their own country... its sad to admit. I really think that the only reason why I know as much as I do about my country or the world in general is because Im a teacher.

Answer 2

First off, you spelt Americans wrong.

Well, I guess I would assume that the only reason why London is mentioned more than the rest of the UK is because it is the epicentre of events (in the UK). Americans aren't great at geography. But then again, most people aren't. However, I'm Canadian and I know how the UK is divided geographically and politically, and also because I was born there.

Cheers~

Answer 3

I know. It is a 'United' Kingdom, like we are 'United' States. It is made up of England, scotland, wales, and Ireland. Maybe Northern Ireland, but that depends on who you ask ;)

I know there are different parties, and the major ones are Labour, of which PM Blair is a part, and Conservatives.

But London is the capital of the UK, and is considered the "hub" of the country. So I think it makes sense we ask questions about London most of the time.

Answer 4

Probably not very well. A fair number probably know who Tony Blair is, but I doubt that one in a thousand could name the current leader of the opposition. (I can't.) I know where Stoke is in Devonshire, because an ancestor came from there, but I would be hard pressed to point out the Lake District on a map.

Answer 5

To complicate it all, a primary source of information for U.S. Americans who are trying to get a clue is the BBC. And the BBC is often a wee bit confused on the matter themselves.