- United Kingdom - Composed of four countries - England - Largest and most populous - Contains London - Scotland - Wales - Northern Ireland - Terminology for citizens - English (from England) - Scottish (from Scotland) - Welsh (from Wales) - Northern Irish (from Northern Ireland) - Full official name - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland - Great Britain - Geographical term - Largest island in the British Isles - Includes three nations - England - Scotland - Wales - British Isles - Two main islands - Great Britain - Ireland - Republic of Ireland - Independent country on the island of Ireland - Historical Context - Former British Empire - Colonies included Canada, India, etc. - Many colonies gained independence - Commonwealth - Includes countries like Canada, Australia - Remnant of former empire connections - Additional Notes - British Royal Family - Symbolic role in governance - Overseas Territories - Small territories globally - Remnants of colonial past