1.Due to what is the climate of the British Isles mild?-due to the warm Gulf Stream 2.What countries are British Isles divided into politically?-into the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Nothern Ireland and the Irish Republic(Eire) 3.When did the United Kingdom of Great Britain appeare?-in 1707 4.What is the longest river in the UK?-The Severn(354 km) 5.On what river does London stand?-on the Thames 6.Who is the Head of the Government in Great Britain?-Prime Minister 7.Who precides over the House of Lords?-the Lord Cancellor 8.What are the two major parties in Great Britain?-The Laabour Party and The Conservative Party 9.What newspaper is called the paper of Establishment?-"The Times" 10.How many official public holidays are there in Great Britain?-8