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Great Britain.

The official name of the country is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The United Kingdom consists of four countries: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

The capital of Great Britain, London, stands on the Thames. The Thames is the busiest and the most important river in Great Britain, but it is not very long.

The climate of Great Britain is mild.

British popular sports are football, tennis, golf and cricket. Football is the most popular sport in England. English football teams Manchester United are famous all over the world.

British people are keen on gardening. They spend much time working with their flowers, trees and vegetables.

British national food is fish and chips, pudding, tea with cream and porridge. British people are fond of tea drinking.

There are many famous landmarks in Great Britain: Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and the National Portrait Gallery.

The UK is a monarchy: the head of the state is a king or a queen. In practice, the Queen governs, but does not rule. The present Queen is Elizabeth II.

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